Adult French Classes – Alexandria VA
Learn French in Alexandria VA with Native Teachers
If you are looking for high-quality French classes in Alexandria, VA, 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, government employees, and lifelong learners build confidence in speaking and understanding French.
Our Alexandria adult French classes are conveniently located and accessible for students coming from Kingstowne, Old Town Alexandria, Franconia-Springfield, Fairfax, Arlington, and surrounding areas.
Group French Classes for Adults in Alexandria
Our Alexandria location at 5749 Governors Pond Circle is ideal for adults living or working near Kingstowne, Franconia-Springfield, Huntington, and Fairfax County. Many of our students choose this location because it offers easy parking and avoids commuting into Washington DC.
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Our French courses in Alexandria VA are designed for adults seeking structured progression in a supportive small-group environmen to ensure:
• Active participation
• Personalized feedback
• Pronunciation correction
• Strong conversational progress
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 in Alexandria here.
French for Beginners (A1)
French for Elementary Speakers (A2)
French for intermediate Speakers (B1)
French for Advanced and Bilingual Speakers (B2- C1)
Class Schedule – Adult French Classes Alexandria
Choose your Beginner Class A1
A1-0 - Prep Workshops
* French 101 For Travel (1.5h) - for complete beginners (slow pace)
Learn essential French sentences that you'll frequently use during your travel (not in immersion).
-> In Person - French 101 travel Alexandria - Mon May 4th 7:35-9pm - $55.
* French 101 Phonetics explained (1.5h) - 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)
-> In Person - French 101 Phonetics Alexandria - Wed May 6th 6-7:25pm - $55.
* French 101 Grammar - for complete beginners (slow pace)
An essential guide to understanding some basic concepts of French Grammar (not in immersion).
-> In Person - French 101 Grammar Alexandria - Mon May 18th 6-7:25pm - $55.
A1-1 in Person
* Survival 1 (A1 -0/1) for complete beginners
Learn the basics in a fun interactive way using a full immersion communicative methodology / for complete beginners but fast-paced.
-> In Person - Survival 1 Alexandria - Mondays 7:35-9pm - May 11th to Jul 6th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
(No class May 25th)
We offer all classes regularly, they are posted about 6 weeks before start on the schedule.
A1-1 Online
- ONLINE MORNINGS INTENSIVE - Survival 1 INT - Mon and Wed 8-9:30am - May 4th to Jun 1st - 1.5 h x 2 days x 4 weeks - $248.
(No class May 25th)
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 1 - Tue 6-7:25pm - May 5th to Jun 23rd - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE MORNINGS - Survival 1 - Fri 8-9:30am - May 15th to Jul 10th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
(No class Jul 3rd)
- ONLINE SATURDAYS - Survival 1 - 10:35am-12pm - May 30th to Jul 25th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
(No class Jul 4th)
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).
-> in Person - Survival 2 Alexandria - Thursdays 7:35-9pm - May 14th to Jul 2nd - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
A1-2 Online
- ONLINE INTENSIVE - Survival 2 INT - Mon and Wed 8-9:30am - May 4th to Jun 1st - 1.5h x 2 days x 4 weeks - $248.
(No class May 25th)
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 2 - Thu 6-7:25pm - May 14th to Jul 2nd - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE MORNINGS - Survival 2 - Fri 8-9:30am - May 15th to Jul 3rd - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE SATURDAYS - Survival 2 - Sat 10:35am-12pm - May 30th to Jul 25th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
(No class Sat Jul 4th)
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.
-> in Person - Survival 3 Alexandria - Thursdays 6-7:25pm - May 14th to Jul 2nd - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
A1-3 Online
- ONLINE MORNINGS - Survival 3 - Fri 8-9:30am - May 8th to Jun 26th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 3 - Tue 6-7:25pm - Jun 16th to Aug 4th - 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.
-> in Person - Survival 4 Alexandria - Wednesday 6-7:25pm - May 13th to Jul 1st - 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 (elementary minus).
A new Survival 5 will be comunicated soon.
A2 minus Online
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 4 - Mon 6-7:25pm - Jun 1st to Jul 27th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 5 - Wed 6:30-8pm - Jun 17th to Aug 5th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
Conversation A2
***** Conversation and Grammar (A2 and above)
For Elementary (A2) students who want to train and perfect their conversation skills and fluidity of the language, while learning and reviewing grammar rules.
NEW EVERY SESSION
-> In Person - Conversation and Grammar (A2) Workshop - Tuesdays 6-7:25pm - Jun 16th to Jul 14th - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $175.
A2 ONLINE
- ONLINE - Conversation and Grammar (A2) Workshop - Mon 6-7:30pm - Jun 1st to 29th - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $160.
Choose your Intermediate Class B1
B1 in Person
***** Conversation and Grammar B1
This class is for Intermediate (B1) to advanced students, who want to improve their French conversation skills and strengthen some grammar points at the same time. 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 and Grammar (B1-B2) Class - Mondays 6-7:30pm - June 1st to 29th - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $175.
B1 and above online
- ONLINE - Conversation and Grammar (B1) Class Workshop - Tue 6-7:30pm - Apr 14th to May 12th - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $160.
- ONLINE - Conversation and Grammar (B1 to B2+) Workshop - Wed 6-7:30pm - May 6th to Jun 3rd - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $160.
Choose your Advanced B2/C1 Class
B2 and above online
****** Conversation and Grammar B2 and above
This class is for advanced students who want to improve their French conversation skills and strengthen some grammar points at the same time. 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
- ONLINE - Advanced Conversation and Grammar (B2-C1) Workshop - Tue 7:35-9pm - Apr 14th to May 12th - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $160.
FAQ Adult French Classes in Alexandria
- Do you offer beginner French classes in Alexandria VA?
Yes, we offer Survival levels designed for complete beginners. Each level is generally over 8 weeks of class. We also have short 101 workshops.
- How large are your adult French classes?
Most adult groups have between 3 and 6 students.
- Do you offer placement guidance?
Yes, we can help determine your level before registration. In fact new students that are not complete beginners need to do a placement test. Contact us here.
- Do you offer French group classes in Washington DC as well?
Yes, we also offer small group French classes for adults in Washington DC, as well as online options for students who prefer more flexibility.
You can view our Washington DC adult class schedule here.
- What about classes for kids? Do you offer them?
Yes, French Academy DC MD VA offers French classes for children and teens in Alexandria, Washington DC, and online.
Our kids’ program is structured by age and level, with small groups and native French teachers. You can learn more here.
- Do you also offer private French lessons in Alexandria?
Yes, we offer private French lessons in Alexandria VA for adults at all levels. You can schedule them in Alexandria or closer to your home in Arlington, DC, Fairfax, Mclean, Fallchurch, near Washington DC or online. More info here.