Get a head start on the next level, have an in-depth review and practice! The Kick-start FrenchProgram
is a 4-day intensive brush-up class (2.5 hours per day) offered for A1, A2 and B1 level students. Each class will focus on grammar,
vocabulary and conversation skills. Scroll down for schedule and registration.
The 4-day program price is $237. Early registration price is $204 until February 22. Use
code Kickstart at checkout.
True Beginner
Immerse yourself in French from day one in this dynamic class designed for beginners and A1 learners seeking extra support. Through
engaging stories, everyday conversations, and research-based strategies drawn from second language acquisition, you will build essential
vocabulary and strengthen your listening skills in a natural, intuitive way. Interactive, movement-based activities replace traditional
grammar worksheets, allowing you to listen, respond, read, write, and speak with growing confidence in a supportive community. No homework
required (optional resources provided).
No prerequisites—perfect for complete beginners or anyone looking to reinforce their foundation.
Beginning students (A1)
Kick start your French into action! In this intensive four-day workshop, students will develop essential conversational and communicative
skills for surviving in a Francophone environment. This course is designed for beginners who wish to solidify their understanding of the
language, including basic grammar and vocabulary. Students should have the ability to understand and express themselves at a rudimentary
level.
Prerequisites: 103 or equivalent.
Lower Intermediate students (A2)
Give your French a much needed boost! In this intensive four-day workshop, students will expand their linguistic repertoire and develop
their ability to express themselves with more ease on a variety of familiar topics. This course is designed for learners at A2 level wishing
to review and to bring their language skills to the next level.
Prerequisites: 205 or equivalent.
Intermediate students (B1)
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the French language in our intensive review class, spanning four days with 2.5-hour sessions each day. Our
experienced instructors will guide you through a comprehensive curriculum covering grammar, vocabulary, and conversation skills, all within
small class sizes to ensure personalized attention. You'll participate in interactive learning, gain cultural insights, and develop
practical language skills. This review class for B1 French level will effectively prepare you for the challenges ahead in your learning
journey.
Kick-Start French True Beginners: French Made Easy
Short Programs
This lively and engaging French class uses the Comprehensible Input approach to language acquisition to help beginning French students soak up the language like a sponge, as they become more comfortable understanding commonly used French vocabulary in the context of daily conversations and stories. Perfect for students who would like to kick-start their immersion learning before beginning their first
class, as well as those already studying at the A1 level who would like extra support with their comprehension skills alongside their core
courses, this class will use strategies derived from second language acquisition research to make French accessible to all learners. The
focus will be first and foremost on picking up essential vocabulary through oral comprehension activities with lots of visual aids, and then
putting the learning into practice through guided interaction involving writing, reading, and speaking. Be prepared to put away the
textbooks and grammar worksheets for this course, and come ready to move, laugh, use your imagination, and build your confidence in a
supportive community of learners. (This class will not require any homework, but ample resources will be provided for those who wish to
continue the learning at home.) No prerequisites: Great for pure beginners.
Kick start your French into action! In this intensive four-day workshop, students will develop essential conversational and communicative
skills for surviving in a Francophone environment. This course is designed for beginners who wish to solidify their understanding of the
language, including basic grammar and vocabulary. Students should have the ability to understand and express themselves at a rudimentary
level. Prerequisites: 103 or equivalent.
Give your French a much-needed boost! In this intensive four-day workshop, students will expand their linguistic repertoire and develop
their ability to express themselves with more ease on a variety of familiar topics. This course is designed for learners at A2 level wishing
to review and to bring their language skills to the next level. Prerequisites: 205 or equivalent.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the French language in our intensive review class, spanning four days with 2.5-hour sessions each day. Our
experienced instructors will guide you through a comprehensive curriculum covering grammar, vocabulary, and conversation skills, all within
small class sizes to ensure personalized attention. You'll participate in interactive learning, gain cultural insights, and develop
practical language skills. This review class for B1 French level will effectively prepare you for the challenges ahead in your learning
journey. Prerequisites: 305 or equivalent.
Street parking on SW 20th St. facing the Kamm House is limited. Free parking is available in Lot A at SW 18th and SW Columbia. Please
obtain a parking pass from the office. After 6 pm weekdays, students may park in the Willamette Dental lot at SW 20th and SW
Jefferson as available.
The Alliance office is open 10am-3pm Monday through Friday.
Call us at 503.223.8388 during business hours or leave a message.
Email us at info@afportland.org.
