Private French Lessons
If you've always dreamed of learning French in a way that feels natural, insightful, and truly effective, you're in the right place. My lessons offer more than just grammar, preset sentences, and vocabulary—they are designed to help you think, speak, write, and express yourself confidently in French through a unique and personalized approach.
With a focus on conversation and creative writing, each session is tailored to your unique goals, interests, and learning style. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, you'll enjoy a dynamic balance of structure and spontaneity while learning is both intellectually stimulating and fun.
Let’s make your journey to French fluency not only successful, but deeply enjoyable.
At any level you will...
• Integrate grammar in an organic manner
• Expand your personal vocabulary
• Find a learning system that works for you
• Learn to better communicate
• Develop your writing voice...in any language
• Increase confidence at every level
• Blossom into your vibrant French self
Schedule a free conversation to evaluate your French level and find out if I am the right teacher for you or your child. Je me réjouis de parler avec vous.
Packages for adults and teens
Five one-hour lessons packages: $625
Five 45-minute lessons package: $500
In person in Oakland, CA and everywhere with Zoom or WhatsApp
Claude's classes go well beyond excellent language instruction to become explorations of the world we live in, of ourselves, and of our roles in the world.
— James Ransom, Professor Emeritus Haverford College
French Group Classes
If your idea of conversation is to have fun and be intrigued, inspired and uplifted this group is for you. During our French conversation classes, you will have the space to express and share of yourself in profound and meaningful ways, you will be nurtured by creativity and connection, you most likely will laugh quite a bit and you will gain insights that will never cease to surprise you.
Join us if you wish to...
• Expand your French vocabulary and knowledge
• Be inspired by stimulating conversations
• Interact in French with increased confidence
• Share your ideas and experience of the world we live in
• Enjoy a warm, creative and supportive environment
Contact me for a free French evaluation to find out if this group is for you. Je me réjouis de notre conversation.
Conversation Group Info
2 to 5 intermediate level participants
$75 per person, per class
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