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 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 Mar 23rd 7:35-9pm - $55.
* 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 workshop Alexandria - Tue Apr 7th 6-7:25pm - $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 - Tue Apr 7th 7:35-9pm - $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 - Wednesdays 7:35-9pm - Apr 22nd to June 10th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
We offer all classes regularly, they are posted about 6 weeks before start on the schedule.
A1-1 Online
- ONLINE SATURDAYS - Survival 1 - Sat 10:35am-12pm - Mar 21st to May 9th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE MORNINGS INTENSIVE - Survival 1 INT - Mon and Wed 8-9:30am - Mar 23rd to Apr 15th - 1.5 h x 2 days x 4 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 1 - Thu 6-7:25pm - Apr 9th to May 28th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE MORNINGS - Survival 1 - Fri 8-9:30am - Apr 17th to June 5th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
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 - Mar 23rd to Apr 15th - 1.5h x 2 days x 4 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 2 - Tue 6-7:25pm - Mar 31st to May 19th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE SATURDAYS - Survival 2 - Sat 9-10:25am - Apr 4th to May 30th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
(No class Sat May 23rd)
- ONLINE MORNINGS - Survival 2 - Fri 8-9:30am - May 15th to Jul 3rd - 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.
-> 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 EVENINGS - Survival 3 - Mon 6-7:25pm - Mar 23rd to May 11th - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE INTENSIVE - Survival 3 INT - Mon and Wed 8-9:30am - Mar 30th to Apr 22nd - 1.5 h x 2 days x 4 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.
A new Survival 4 in person will be communicated soon
**** 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).
-> in Person - Survival 5 Alexandria - Tuesdays 6-7:25pm - Apr 14th to June 2nd- 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $280.
A2 minus Online
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 4 - Wed 6:30-8pm - Apr 15th to June 3rd - 1.5 h over 8 weeks - $248.
- ONLINE EVENINGS - Survival 5 - Tue 7:35-9pm - Apr 7th to May 26th - 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 7:35-9pm - Apr 14th to May 12th - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $175.
A2 ONLINE
- ONLINE - Conversation and Grammar (A2) Workshop - Mon 6-7:30pm - Apr 20th to May 18th - 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 - Apr 13th to May 11th - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $175.
B1 and above online
- ONLINE - Conversation and Grammar (B1) Class Workshop - Tue 6-7:30pm - Apr 7th to May 5th - 1.5 h over 5 weeks - $160.
- ONLINE - Conversation and Grammar (B1 to B2+) Workshop - Wed 6-7:30pm - Apr 22nd to May 20th - 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 7th to May 5th - 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.