Mini Classes


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 series of 4 weeks, 1h 30 hours per session. 


Registration for summer mini classes is now open! REGISTRATION CLOSES 24H BEFORE CLASS BEGINS. Last minute registrations are possible, but please  contact the office at info@afportland.org.

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Summer Mini Classes

Session 1:June 30-July 26, 2025

Session 2:July 28-August 23, 2025




Classes For Beginning Level

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

Traveling to a French-speaking country? Join our "French for Travelers" mini lessons to master key skills in French with English support.

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A1

French Sounds and spelling basics

This engaging  course helps you master the link between French sounds and spelling. Through hands-on exercises, you’ll improve your pronunciation, recognize French sounds, and see how they match written words. Perfect for learners wanting to sharpen both speaking and spelling skills.

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Mastering French Sentences: Nouns, Verbs and Structure

Master essential French grammar—nouns, verbs, and sentence structure—while building clear and engaging sentences. 

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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

French communication practice for beginners

Build your spoken French through interactive activities, role play, and real-life scenarios. After a brief grammar and vocabulary review, the focus shifts to speaking practice with personalized support. Gain confidence in a supportive, low-pressure environment—perfect for travel, presentations, or everyday conversation.

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A1

A1 Grammar workshop

This two part workshop reviews key French verbs and tenses through drills and conversation, using vocabulary from the A1 level. In the first four weeks, you’ll focus on present tense conjugation of regular and common irregular verbs. In the next four weeks, you’ll explore compound verb forms like the future proche and modal verbs (pouvoir, vouloir, devoir), as well as introductory past tenses including passé composé and passé récent. 

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A1

Mastering verbs 

In this four-week workshop, you’ll review key French verbs and tenses through drills and conversation. Practice present, modal, and basic past tenses while strengthening your vocabulary and speaking skills. Build a solid foundation and gain confidence in using verbs!

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Everyday French vocabulary builder

Get ready to boost your French vocabulary in this lively A1 class! Each week, we’ll dive into fun themes like daily routines, shopping adventures, and work life, helping you speak confidently in everyday situations. Join us to explore new words, practice real-life conversations, and make learning French enjoyable and practical!

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Classes For Lower Intermediate Level

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

A2

The Essentials of A2 Grammar

This course builds on key A2 grammar points: adjectives, adverbs, comparisons, the present conditional, and indirect discourse—helping you communicate more confidently in everyday French through interactive practice.

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Communication Practice 

Strengthen your spoken French through interactive activities, role play, and real-life scenarios. With minimal reliance on written materials, this course helps you build confidence, refine your skills, and enjoy speaking in a supportive environment.

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A2

French flow: dictation practice

La dictée is how the French learn their language—famous for sharpening spelling, grammar, and listening skills. In this 4-week workshop, you’ll improve these areas through dictation exercises and focused discussions on tricky grammar, just like French students do.

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A2

Traveling in french: communication skills for a2 learners 

Want to travel to a French-speaking country? In this 4-week course for A2 learners, you’ll learn to plan your trip—from choosing destinations to booking and planning activities. Through fun exercises and role-plays, you’ll gain the confidence to speak about your travel plans and get ready to explore the Francophone world.

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Discovering the French Speaking World 

Discover the global world of French in this fun, 4-session class! Explore how French is spoken around the world, then create a short presentation on a Francophone country’s unique culture and language.

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Classes For low Intermediate and Intermediate  Levels

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

A2/B1

Practice your french 

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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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

Human stories, french voices: exploring odette toulemonde 

Discover four moving stories from Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt’s Odette Toulemonde et autres histoires as we explore love, identity, and transformation in contemporary French literature. 4 different stories are covered for each session.

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everyday french idioms

This fun, hands-on mini-course helps learners master 15–20 common French idioms through interactive activities, role plays, and cultural exploration. Each session introduces new expressions.

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B2

Histoires de migrations 

France is a vibrant mix of cultures you don’t want to miss! Ever wondered why couscous is a favorite or why Arabic words pop up in daily chats? Join us to explore France’s rich migration history through music and documentaries, and discover the stories behind its unique, diverse culture. Get ready to be amazed!

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B1/B2

Gender and sexuality in contemporary french 

Dive into how French expresses gender and sexuality, from shifting terms to inclusive language. Perfect for curious minds eager to explore identity through language.

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Storytelling in french

Love stories and unique experiences? This course is for you. Using video clips from current media, you’ll practice French past tenses while learning how grammar and word choice create powerful, memorable stories.
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B1/B2

cinema: The margins of french society

In this mini cinema course, you’ll journey through four powerful French-language films that spotlight life on the margins: vagabonds, immigrants, prisoners, and the working poor. Through lively discussion and analysis, we’ll explore how cinema brings their voices and struggles to the screen, revealing stories of resilience, identity, and hope.

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B1/B2

Stimulate your brain while learning french

Boost your brain and your French in this fun mini-course! With memory games, puzzles, and creative language activities, you’ll sharpen your mind while building real French skills. Perfect for curious learners who love a challenge!

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Classes for
Upper Intermediate  to Advanced levels

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

Les grands musées de france

Discover the rich history and hidden stories of France’s most iconic museums—from the Louvre to the MUCEM—while exploring their art, architecture, and cultural impact. This course is perfect for curious minds and culture lovers eager to deepen their understanding of the institutions that preserve France’s artistic and historical legacy.

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B2/C1

Mysteries and Beliefs: Between legends and reality

Explore mysterious phenomena and uniquely French legends in this fun, interactive mini-course. Through lively discussions, you’ll build vocabulary and practice spoken French while diving into fascinating cultural themes. 

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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.

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