Specialized Courses are designed to complement standard language levels by focusing on specific skills, targeted g oals (arts, cinema, literature...), and consolidation .
Pace: Once a Week, 2.5-lesson

Your very first French workshop!

Are you interested in learning French but feeling hesitant to start in our general curriculum? Our A1.0 Intro Course is the perfect starting point for complete beginners who want to learn at a slow and steady pace. Designed to provide a relaxed and supportive learning environment, this workshop will help you master the basics of French without feeling overwhelmed.

Alternatively, if you're comfortable with a regular beginner's pace, our A1.1 Complete Beginner course is also available. Our expert instructors will guide you through the fundamentals of French, helping you develop the skills you need to succeed no matter which course you choose.

Pace: Once a week, 1.5h-lesson

A1.1 Welcome beginners !

This class is designed as an introduction to the French language. You’ve chosen to learn French, and your teacher will guide you on a journey of discovery through its rich linguistic and cultural landscape.

By the end of A1.1, you’ll be able to introduce yourself, spell your name, greet others naturally, count from 0 to 99, and talk about where you’re from. You’ll share basic personal information, express likes and dislikes, and hold short, practical conversations about everyday topics.

You’ll also learn to introduce someone else, fill out simple forms, name countries and cities, and find your way around a city — building the solid foundations needed to communicate in French.

This course is designed for complete beginners. No previous knowledge of French is required. Please note: A1.0 is not a prerequisite. You can start directly with A1.1

Pace: Once a week, 1.5h-lesson

A1.1 Welcome beginners !

This class is designed as an introduction to the French language. You’ve chosen to learn French, and your teacher will guide you on a journey of discovery through its rich linguistic and cultural landscape.

By the end of A1.1, you’ll be able to introduce yourself, spell your name, greet others naturally, count from 0 to 99, and talk about where you’re from. You’ll share basic personal information, express likes and dislikes, and hold short, practical conversations about everyday topics.

You’ll also learn to introduce someone else, fill out simple forms, name countries and cities, and find your way around a city — building the solid foundations needed to communicate in French.

This course is designed for complete beginners. No previous knowledge of French is required. Please note: A1.0 is not a prerequisite. You can start directly with A1.1

Pace: Once a Week, 2h-lesson

A1.1 Welcome beginners !

This class is designed as an introduction to the French language. You’ve chosen to learn French, and your teacher will guide you on a journey of discovery through its rich linguistic and cultural landscape.

By the end of A1.1, you’ll be able to introduce yourself, spell your name, greet others naturally, count from 0 to 99, and talk about where you’re from. You’ll share basic personal information, express likes and dislikes, and hold short, practical conversations about everyday topics.

You’ll also learn to introduce someone else, fill out simple forms, name countries and cities, and find your way around a city — building the solid foundations needed to communicate in French.

This course is designed for complete beginners. No previous knowledge of French is required. Please note: A1.0 is not a prerequisite. You can start directly with A1.1

Pace: Once a week, 1.5h-lesson

This class is designed for false beginners who already have basic foundations in French.

By the end of A1.2, you’ll be able to locate places on a map, talk about transportation, accommodation, and travel situations, and ask questions to get to know people along the way. You’ll describe your family and others, discuss your likes and dislikes, hobbies, work, passions, and future dreams, and explain a simple health issue.

Prerequisite: A1.1 or placement test.

Pace: Once a Week, 2.5-lesson

This class is designed for false beginners who want to keep building confidence and fluency in French.

By the end of A1.3, you’ll be able to talk about time, schedules, and daily routines, including your work life. You’ll make plans, invite someone out, and accept or decline invitations naturally. You’ll also talk about past events, recent experiences, and projects, understand a simple biography, and describe someone physically.

Prerequisite: A1.2 or placement test.

Pace: Once a Week, 2.5-lesson

Congratulations on reaching the final stage of the A1 level! You’ve made great progress, and now it’s time to take your skills to the next level.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to share childhood memories, describe life experiences, understand a biographical profile, and describe someone’s physical appearance. You’ll also learn to give simple advice and talk about travel plans and practical needs.

Prerequisite: A1.3 or placement test.

Pace: Once a Week, 2.5-lesson

Welcome to the A2.1 course! You’ve built a solid foundation in French, and now it’s time to continue your learning journey with us.

By the end of this level, you’ll be able to talk about past and current events, give advice, and discuss travel plans from choosing a destination to understanding an itinerary. You’ll describe cities, places, and accommodation, talk about seasons, climate, feelings, and sensations, and navigate everyday situations like reading a menu, sharing opinions, and interacting at the grocery store.

Prerequisite: A1.4 or placement test.

Pace: Once a Week, 2.5-lesson

A2.2 is designed to help you express opinions and interact more naturally in everyday and cultural situations.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to compare habits, talk about how things have changed over time, and share your learning experience. You’ll interact confidently in stores and restaurants, describe and qualify people and objects, give positive or negative opinions, recommend a movie or show, and organize a social event.

Prerequisite: A2.1 or placement test.

Pace: Once a Week, 2.5-lesson

A2.4 is the final step of the Elementary level, preparing you for greater autonomy in French.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to express feelings and emotions, organize a weekend getaway, and describe meaningful travel or life experiences abroad. You’ll also learn to understand job ads, search for work, offer your services, and give advice with confidence.

Prerequisite: A2.3 or placement test.

Pace: Once a Week, 2.5-lesson

Intermediate B1.1 - First Class of the Independant Level This class focuses on expressing ideas and reactions more clearly and naturally in French. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to express necessity and obligation, describe friendships and family relationships, talk about past events, and react to problems by offering or asking for help. You’ll also learn to express feelings and disagreement with confidence.

Pace: Once a Week, 2.5-lesson

You’re Almost at B2 — Finish B1 Strong!

You’ve come a long way in your French journey! B1.4 is the final course of the B1 level and your last step before moving on to B2.

Continue strengthening your speaking, listening, grammar, and vocabulary while developing the confidence and fluency you’ll need for the next level.

Pace: Once a Week, 2.5-lesson

From C1 Autonomous:  Students are able to express themselves spontaneously and fluently in social, professional or academic situations without any apparent difficulty in finding the right words.


Pace: Once a Week, 2.5-lesson

Boost your confidence and fluency in French with our lively conversation classes, designed for intermediate to advanced speakers. Join a friendly group setting to practice real-life language skills through engaging, topic-based discussions.
Pace: Once a Week, 2h-lesson

Boost your confidence and fluency in French with our lively conversation classes, designed for intermediate to advanced speakers. Join a friendly group setting to practice real-life language skills through engaging, topic-based discussions.
Pace: Once a week, 1.5h-lesson

Boost your confidence and fluency in French with our lively conversation classes, designed for intermediate to advanced speakers. Join a friendly group setting to practice real-life language skills through engaging, topic-based discussions.
Pace: Once a week, 1.5h-lesson

A selection of 10 films by 10 contemporary French women directors. A great opportunity to discover their major films, which are part of the history of contemporary women's cinema in France today, and which all speak in a distinctive way about women of different generations, most of them contemporary.

From level A2 (elementary / advanced beginner)
Pace: Once a Week, 2.5-lesson

Discover French wine one glass at a time! 🍷

Our Wine Workshops offer a relaxed and convivial introduction to the world of French wine. Explore different regions, grape varieties, traditions, and tasting techniques while enjoying a carefully selected selection of wines.

No expertise required — just curiosity and a love of good conversation. Santé!

Discover French wine one glass at a time! 🍷

Our Wine Workshops offer a relaxed and convivial introduction to the world of French wine. Explore different regions, grape varieties, traditions, and tasting techniques while enjoying a carefully selected selection of wines.

No expertise required — just curiosity and a love of good conversation. Santé!

Discover French wine one glass at a time! 🍷

Our Wine Workshops offer a relaxed and convivial introduction to the world of French wine. Explore different regions, grape varieties, traditions, and tasting techniques while enjoying a carefully selected selection of wines.

No expertise required — just curiosity and a love of good conversation. Santé!

Discover French wine one glass at a time! 🍷

Our Wine Workshops offer a relaxed and convivial introduction to the world of French wine. Explore different regions, grape varieties, traditions, and tasting techniques while enjoying a carefully selected selection of wines.

No expertise required — just curiosity and a love of good conversation. Santé!

The Alliance Française de La Nouvelle-Orléans offers professional development and training for French teachers at all stages of their careers.

Ce stage d’habilitation examinateur-correcteur DELF est une formation destinée aux enseignants de français qui souhaitent être officiellement habilités à faire passer et à corriger les épreuves du DELF.
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