Mini Classes: May 11 -June 6, 2026


Mini classes are a perfect opportunity to keep studying French without a long commitment. Each class targets a specific area or theme. Mini classes are offered in a 4-week series, with 1.5-hour sessions each week. PLEASE NOTE: French Made is Easy is offered for 3 weeks, with a two-hour session each week.


Registration closes 24 hours before the class begins. While last-minute registrations may be possible, we strongly encourage students to enroll early, as classes that do not meet minimum enrollment requirements may be canceled in advance. For last-minute registration requests, please contact the office at info@afportland.org

Registration opens March 19! Registration opens March 19!


Classes For Beginning Levels

Beginning classes are designed for A1-level students and correspond to the 100 series. Find prerequisites, read full class description, and register by clicking "Read More" in the class descriptions.

A1

French for travelers

Planning a trip to a French-speaking country? Master essential travel skills in four mini-lessons! Learn hotel check-ins, metro navigation, ticket purchases, food ordering, and more. Taught predominantly in French with English support as needed. Perfect for beginners with basic French knowledge.

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A1

French Made Easy: Listen and Speak Naturally

This lively, immersion-style French class helps beginners build confidence and comprehension through listening, stories, and guided interaction. With a focus on high-frequency vocabulary and lots of visual support, students learn naturally—no textbooks, no homework, just engaging, research-based activities. Open to true beginners and A1 learners seeking extra comprehension support.

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A1

Intro to French communication 

This conversation class starts with a quick grammar and vocabulary refresh, then focuses on speaking practice. With personalized support in grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, you’ll build confidence whether preparing for a presentation, a trip, or just improving your conversation skills.

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A1

Grammar workshop

This workshop offers a focused review of essential French verbs and tenses through structured drills and guided conversation, using A1-level vocabulary. Emphasis is placed on mastering present-tense conjugation of regular and common irregular verbs.

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Classes For low Intermediate Levels

Low intermediate classes are designed for A2-level students and correspond to the 200 series. Find prerequisites, read full class description, and register by clicking "Read More" in the class descriptions.







A2

The essentials of A2 grammar 

Take your A2 French to the next level by strengthening essential verb forms and structures used in real conversations. Through engaging activities and interactive practice, you'll gain confidence expressing ideas, making comparisons, and talking about possibilities while communicating more naturally in everyday French.

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A2

Conversation starters 

Build confidence and fluency in everyday French through interactive A2-level conversation practice. In a small-group setting, you'll practice real-life situations such as introductions, daily routines, shopping, making plans and expressing opinions. Come ready to speak, have fun, and enjoy communicating in French in a supportive environment.

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Classes For Intermediate  Levels

Find prerequisites, read full class description, and register by clicking "Read More" in the class description.


B1


Sounding french

Improve your French pronunciation and listening skills in this interactive phonetics course. Through guided practice  you'll explore key sound patterns, liaisons, the French "h," and how sounds change in natural speech. Build confidence by training your ear and refining your pronunciation in a supportive, hands-on environment.

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B1


French  Gastronomy: A Journey Through Escoffier's Legacy and Regional Delights

Discover the art of French cuisine in this special class celebrating France’s rich gastronomic heritage. Explore the foundations of modern French cooking through the legacy of Auguste Escoffier, then journey through France’s main culinary regions to uncover their distinctive flavors, traditions, and worldwide influence.

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Classes For Intermediate  and Upper Intermediate Levels

Find prerequisites, read full class description, and register by clicking "Read More" in the class descriptions

B1/B2

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B1/B2

The 8 Essential Grammar Points in French

This B1/B2 grammar course reviews key French structures used in everyday and formal communication, including major tenses, the conditional and subjunctive, object pronouns, hypotheses, indirect speech, and the passive voice, helping learners build accuracy and confidence through clear explanations and guided practice.

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B1/B2

understanding modern france: Key moments of the 20th century

This course explores the major periods of 20th-century French history, examining the key political, social, and historical events that shaped modern France, from the Belle Époque and the World Wars to decolonization, the Fifth Republic, and France’s role in a changing Europe.


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Classes for
Upper Intermediate and Advanced Levels

Upper Intermediate Classes are designed for B2-level students and correspond to the 400 series. Advanced classes are designed for C1-level students adn correspond to the 500 series. These classes are for B2/C1 -level students, B1 graduates, or current 400-level learners. Find prerequisites, read full class description, and register by clicking "Read More" in the class descriptions.

B2/C1

Hidden treasures of france

Discover France's best-kept secrets! Explore charming villages, forgotten castles, and local traditions through engaging stories and stunning visuals. Perfect for upper-intermediate and advanced learners who want to uncover  the authentic France that locals call home. 

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PARKING

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.

OFFICE HOURS

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.

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