Adult French Classes – Washington DC
Learn French in Washington DC with Native Teachers
If you are looking for high-quality French classes in Washington DC, our adult program offers structured learning in a small-group setting designed for real progress.
French Academy DC MD VA has been serving the DC metro area for over 10 years, helping professionals, students, and lifelong learners build confidence in speaking and understanding French. Our Washington DC location is convenient for students coming from downtown DC, Dupont Circle, Capitol Hill, Foggy Bottom, Georgetown, and surrounding neighborhoods.
Adults Group classes are held at 1629 K Str., Suite 300, Washington DC 20006: we use several offices and a conference room.
We intentionally limit our adult French classes to small groups (typically 3–6 students). This ensures:
• Active participation
• Personalized feedback
• Pronunciation correction
• Stronger conversational confidence
If you don't know your level, you can do this self-evaluation or contact us for a short assessment.
Schedule of all classes offered at 1629 K str here.
French for Beginners (A1) (101 and Survival classes)
French for Elementary Speakers (A2) (Conversation Classes or Grammar Classes)
French for intermediate Speakers (B1) (Conversation Classes or Grammar Classes)
French for Advanced and Bilingual Speakers (B2- C1)
Schedule Adult French Classes in Washington DC
A-0 Prep Workshops
* French 101 Grammar - for complete beginners (slow pace)
An essential guide to understanding some basic concepts of French Grammar (not in immersion).
-> EVENING In Person - French 101 Grammar workshop in DC - Wed Nov 18th 6-7:25pm - $55.
* French 101 Phonetics - for complete beginners (slow pace)
An essential guide to understanding the phonetics of the French language and gain a lot of clarity (not in immersion).
-> EVENING In Person - French 101 Phonetics in DC - Thu Nov 19th 7:35-9pm - $55.
* French 101 For Travel - for complete beginners (slow pace)
Learn essential French sentences that you'll frequently use during your travel (not in immersion).
-> EVENING In Person - French 101 travel workshop in DC - Wed Dec 16th 6-7:25pm - $55.
NEW !! * Discover French – 5-Week Slow-Paced Workshop
A gentle introduction to French sounds, numbers, basic vocabulary, and simple sentences for complete beginners who want extra preparation before starting Survival 1 (A1-1). Without full immersion.
-> EVENING In Person - Discover French in DC - Mon 7:35-9pm - Dec 7th to Jan 11th - 5 sessions - $160.
(No class Dec 28th)
Choose your Beginner Class A1
A1-1 in Person
* Survival 1 (A1 -0/1) for complete beginners
Learn the basics (presentation, numbers, key sentences) in a fun interactive way using a full immersion communicative methodology (for complete beginners fast-paced).
-> EVENINGS In Person - Survival 1 DC - Tuesdays 6-7:25pm - Jan 5th to Feb 23rd - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
-> SATURDAYS In Person - Survival 1 DC - Saturdays 9-10:25am- Jan 9th to Feb 27th- 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
(No class Nov 28th, Dec 26th and Jan 2nd)
Survival 1 Classes are offered every 3 to 6 weeks, more classes will be posted soon.
A1-1 Online
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 1 - Mon 6-7:25pm - Nov 16th to Jan 11th - 8 sessions of 1.5 h - $248.
(No class Dec 28th)
- ONLINE MORNINGS INTENSIVE - Survival 1 INT - Mon and Wed 8-9:30am - Nov 18th to Dec 16th- 1.5 h x 2 days x 4 weeks - $248.
(No class Nov 25th)
- ONLINE MORNINGS - Survival 1 - Fri 8-9:25am -Dec 4th to Feb 5th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
(No class Dec 25th and 31st)
- ONLINE SATURDAYS - Survival 1 - Sat 9-10:25am - Dec 5th to Feb 6th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
(No class Dec 26th and Jan 2nd)
A1-2 in Person
** Survival 2 (A1 -2) for beginners with some knowledge
Learn more basics to be able to survive in a French speaking country! (You must have some knowledge to register for this class).
-> EVENINGS In Person - Survival 2 DC - Thursdays 6-7:25pm - Dec 3rd to Feb 4th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
(No class Dec 24th and 31st)
-> SATURDAYS In Person - Survival 2 DC - Saturdays 10:30-11:55am - Jan 9th to Feb 27th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
Survival 2 Classes are offered every 6 weeks, more classes will be posted soon.
A1-2 Online
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 2 - Wed 6-7:25pm - Nov 18th to Jan 27th - 1.5 h over 11 weeks - $248.
(No class Nov 25th, Dec 23rd and 30th)
- ONLINE INTENSIVE - Survival 2 INT - Mon and Wed 8-9:30am - Nov 30th to Jan 4th - 1.5 h x 2 days x 4 weeks - $248.
(No class Dec 23rd, 28th and 30th)
- ONLINE MORNINGS - Survival 2 - Fri 8-9:25am - Dec 4th to Feb 5th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
(No class Dec 25th and 31st)
- ONLINE SATURDAYS - Survival 2 - Sat 9-10:25am- Jan 9th to Feb 27th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
A1-3 in Person
*** Survival 3 (A1-3) for advanced beginners
Learn more to be an elementary speaker! Must have done Survival 1 and 2 or have finished A1-2 level.
-> EVENINGS In Person - Survival 3 DC - Wednesdays 6-7:25pm - Jan 6th to Feb 24th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
-> SATURDAYS In Person - Survival 3 DC - Saturdays 10:30-11:55am - Jan 9th to Feb 27th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
A1-3 Online
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 3 - Tue 6-7:25pm - Jan 5th to Feb 23rd - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE MORNINGS INTENSIVE - Survival 3 INT - Mon and Wed 8-9:30am - Jan 6th to Feb 3rd - 1.5 h x 2 days x 4 weeks - $248.
(No class Jan 18th)
- ONLINE SATURDAYS - Survival 3 - Sat 10:35am- 12pm - Jan 9th to Feb 27th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
Choose your Elementary Class A2
A2 minus in Person
**** Survival 4 (A1-4) for starting elementary
Learn to use all the past and future tenses! For students who have done A1-3.
-> EVENINGS In Person - Survival 4 DC - Thursdays 6-7:25pm - Dec 3rd to Fev 4th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
(No class Dec 24th and 31st)
-> SATURDAYS In Person - Survival 4 DC - Saturdays 9-10:25am - Jan 9th to Feb 27th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
**** Survival 5 (A2-1) for low elementary
Learn to use the conditional and the subjunctive. For students who have done the Survival 4 or are A2 minus (low elementary).
-> EVENINGS In Person - Survival 5 DC - Tuesdays 7:35-9pm - Jan 5th to Feb 23rd - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
A2 minus Online
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 4 - Mon 6-7:25pm - Dec 7th to Feb 1st - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
(No class Dec 28th)
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 5 - Thu 6-7:25pm - Jan 7th to Feb 25th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
Conversation A2 in Person
***** Conversation and Grammar (A2)
For Elementary (A2) students who want to train and perfect their conversation skills and fluidity of the language, while learning and reviewing grammar rules. 1.5 hours over 5, or 8 weeks.
NEW EVERY SESSION
-> In Person - Conversation (A2) Workshop - Mondays 6-7:25pm - Dec 7th to Jan 11th - 1.5h over 5 weeks - $175.
(No class Dec 28th)
Conversation A2 Online
- ONLINE - Conversation and Grammar (A2 and +) Workshop - Mon 7-8:30pm - Nov 30th to Jan 4th - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $160.
(No class Dec 28th)
NEW ! Conversation Bits A2/B1
***** Conversation Bits : Noël - For strong Elementary (A2+) to strong Intermediate (B1+) students.
A fun 1.5-hour French conversation workshop for A2+ to B1+ students exploring the history, traditions, and cultural importance of Noël, while practicing practical conversation skills in French.
Wed Dec 9th 6-7:30pm - $55.
Choose your Intermediate Class B1 to B2
B1 to B2 in Person
***** Conversation and Grammar B1 and B2
This class is for confirmed Intermediate students and above (B1 to B2+) who want to improve their conversation skills and strengthen some grammar points at the same time. The focus of the class is oral presentation.
B2 students are welcome too! You must be confirmed B1 for that class, not starting B1.
We have a new program every session, so you can repeat this class several times as long as you are B1 or above.
NEW EVERY SESSION
-> In Person - Conversation intermediate to advanced workshop B1/B2 - Wednesdays 6-7:25pm - Jan 6th to Feb 3rd - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $175.
B1 to B2 Online
- ONLINE - Conversation and Grammar (B1) Class Workshop - Tue 6-7:30pm - Dec 1st to Jan 5th - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $160.
(No class Dec 29th)
- ONLINE - Conversation and Grammar (B1 to B2+) Workshop - Wed 6-7:30pm - Dec 2nd to Jan 13th - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $160.
(No class Dec 23rd and 30th)
Choose your Advanced Class B2/C1
B2 and + Online
Why Choose Our French Classes in Washington DC?
- Native French-speaking instructors
- Small groups
- Structured curriculum
- Immersive, interactive methodology
- Over a decade of experience in the DC metro area
FAQ French Group Classes Washington DC
- Do you offer French classes for beginners in Washington DC?
Yes. Our beginner French classes in Washington DC are designed for adults with no prior French experience. We offer structured Survival levels and introductory 101 workshops throughout the year.
We also offer the same French group classes online and in Alexandria. Go here for more information.
- How large are the classes?
Most adult French classes in Washington DC are intentionally limited to 3–6 students to ensure active participation, pronunciation correction, and meaningful conversation practice.
- How do I know my level?
We can guide you with a placement recommendation before registration. New students who are not complete beginners are encouraged to complete a short placement assessment. Contact us here.
- Do you also offer private French lessons in DC?
Yes, we offer private French lessons in Washington DC for adults seeking one-on-one instruction or a flexible schedule. We also offer private lessons online. More info here.
- Do you offer French classes for children?
Yes. In addition to adult classes, we offer French classes for kids and teens in Washington DC, Alexandria, and online. Our children’s program is structured by age and level, with small groups and native French teachers. Discover more here.