As Canada’s largest French-speaking city, Montreal is the perfect place to learn French. From chatting with locals at a café on Boulevard Saint-Laurent to handling professional conversations in bilingual workplaces, mastering French makes daily life smoother and more rewarding.
By joining French classes in Montreal with Berlitz, you’ll benefit from the renowned Berlitz Method, which puts communication first. Guided by native-fluent instructors, you’ll learn in a dynamic, immersive way that blends practical vocabulary, cultural insights, and real-life practice. Every lesson helps you feel more confident navigating both the language and the unique Montreal lifestyle.
Why learn with Berlitz Montreal
At our French school in Montreal, your learning experience is designed around you. Whether you want one-on-one coaching, the motivation of a small group, or the flexibility of online study, Berlitz makes it possible. You can even combine formats for a blended learning path that fits your pace, budget, and goals.
Options include:
- Private in-person or online French lessons
- Small group courses for interactive learning
- Intensive immersion (30–45 hours per week)
- Flexible online self-study with coaching support
Create your own schedule
Life in Montreal moves quickly, and your French lessons should adapt to it. Berlitz gives you full scheduling flexibility:
- Join classes at our language school in Montreal, steps from McGill metro
- Learn online with live instructors, from anywhere in Québec
- Or choose a hybrid approach combining both
Morning, evening, and weekend French courses are available—so you can learn when it works best for you.
Berlitz language center in Montreal
- Conveniently located downtown at 2075 Robert-Bourassa Boulevard, Suite 1701, across from McGill University
- 10 modern classrooms with air conditioning and large windows
- Fully wheelchair accessible, with elevators and secure entry
- Connected to McGill metro station via Montreal’s underground pedestrian network (RÉSO)
- Paid parking available nearby, with cafés, restaurants, and shops all within walking distance
- Multiple learning formats: private, group, intensive, online, or blended
Find your ideal French course with Berlitz Montreal
No two learners are the same—which is why our French classes in Montreal are designed to adapt to your age, level, and learning goals.
Get started learning French at any level with Berlitz Montreal
Whether you’re completely new to the language or already advanced, our French courses in Montreal adapt to your current level and learning goals.
Beginner French courses
Berlitz Level 1 & Level 2 (A1-A2.1)
Our beginner French programs help you build a solid foundation: everyday vocabulary, pronunciation, and basic sentence structures. By the end, you’ll be able to manage simple conversations and daily tasks in French.
Online French classes in Montreal with Berlitz
If you want the freedom to learn French in Montreal without the commute, our online programs are the ideal solution. You’ll join live sessions led by native-fluent instructors, practicing real conversations and cultural scenarios from day one.
Through our interactive student platform, you’ll also get access to:
- Self-paced digital modules for extra flexibility
- Comprehensive learning resources available anytime
- Speaking practice in live sessions to boost fluency
- Cultural lessons that help you adapt to life in Quebec and beyond
Prefer to go at your own pace? Our self-study options let you progress independently, while still benefiting from professional coaching whenever you need support.
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French classes Montreal: Frequently Asked Questions
Since Montréal is a bilingual city, the fastest way to learn is to immerse yourself in real conversations. At Berlitz Montréal, we offer in-person French classes downtown as well as live online courses, so you can choose the format that best fits your lifestyle. From day one, you’ll be speaking and listening in French with the support of native-fluent instructors.
If you’re new to Québec, you probably want to feel comfortable quickly—whether it’s finding housing, handling government services, or applying for jobs. Many newcomers start with our intensive French courses (30–45 hours per week) for rapid progress. If you prefer a slower pace, private lessons or small group classes are also available to help you build confidence step by step.
Absolutely. Our French courses in Montreal include preparation for TEF Canada, TCF Canada, and the SLE (Second Language Evaluation), which are required for immigration or government positions. We provide personalized coaching, practice tests, and strategies tailored to your level and goals.
Yes. Our business French courses are designed for Montréal’s key industries such as finance, healthcare, technology, and government. You’ll practice workplace communication—emails, meetings, presentations, negotiations—so you can feel confident in your professional environment. Training is available at our downtown centre, online, or directly at your office.
Yes. Berlitz Montréal offers French lessons for children and teenagers, either in person or online. Programs are adapted to their age and level, with engaging materials that make learning enjoyable. We also run seasonal courses during school holidays and summer breaks.
Our programs are designed to fit your life. You can:
- Take morning, evening, or weekend classes
- Choose private, group, or intensive formats
- Combine in-person lessons with online training for extra flexibility
If your schedule changes, you can easily switch between formats.
Not necessarily. While many students enjoy learning at our downtown French school near McGill University, you can also choose to study 100% online from anywhere in Québec. Both formats follow the Berlitz Method and give you access to expert instructors.
Your progress depends on the intensity of your program and how much you practice outside of class. With our intensive French courses, many students see major improvements in just a few weeks. For steady, long-term results, private or group lessons provide consistent practice and gradual fluency.