Take beginner French lessons with expert instructors and discover the joy of a new language. At Berlitz, we specialize in making the initial steps into the French language easy, engaging, and highly effective.
Learning French is easier with the right method.
Why Get Started with Our French Lessons for Beginners?
More than 300 million people speak French across five continents, making it a truly global language. Knowing French unlocks new opportunities for you to find work, explore new cultures, and socialize in key regions like Canada, of course, but also France, Belgium, Switzerland, the African continent. French is also the language of culture: fields like fashion, gastronomy, literature, and the visual arts are intrinsically linked to its origins.
At Berlitz, we offer the right French course for every learner, regardless of their pace or goals. We have many flexible courses that beginners can perfectly integrate into any daily routine to learn French from scratch.
If you need to master French quickly, we also offer intensive French courses.
What Will You Learn in Our French Lessons for Beginners?
Our basic French classes for beginners are the gateway to your new language. Divided into four levels, this course helps you acquire the basics of French and enables you to communicate in simple, everyday situations. Classes are taught 100% in French from day one, and learners communicate in the new language immediately. This immersive method builds communicative confidence right away.
Berlitz Level 1 | CEFR Level A 1
Level 1
- Describe other people and ask for descriptions
- Say the date, time, and days of the week Introduce oneself with personal details such as name, address, and phone number
- Give and ask for directions
- Make calls and receive or leave short messages
- Describe the seasons and weather
Find the Perfect Learning Environment
Whether you prefer in-person lessons or the flexibility of online learning, our beginner French classes cater to your learning style by offering both options.
French Lessons for Beginners at All Ages
Our beginner program is the perfect place for anyone who wants to start their French language-learning journey. Immerse yourself in the language, connect with fellow beginners, and build your skills in a positive and supportive environment. Our expert instructors will guide you every step of the way.
Further French Levels
| Intermediate French | Professional French |
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Learning French for Beginners: Frequently Asked Questions
If you already have French knowledge, we will conduct a language test with you before starting your language course. After the needs analysis, we will discuss your learning goals so that we can find the right French course for you.
That depends on which course you choose. All course participants can see significant learning success after just a few weeks and advance at least one Berlitz level per course. If you choose one of the intensive courses, you can improve your language level even faster.
For those who travel a lot and are looking for a flexible solution, our online French courses are perfect. You can start learning French from scratch no matter where you are, as long as you have a stable internet connection.
You can take in-person language courses in Canada at various locations:
- At one of our language centres in major cities like Montreal or Toronto.
- For more flexibility, you can choose online French language classes as well, or learn with our online self-study courses.
If you want to learn to speak French, it is important to speak the language actively. You can enroll in language learning with Berlitz Canada and study with a native-fluent instructor, starting speaking French from your very first class.
Our French lessons for beginners consist of 4 language levels, where the number of lessons varies depending on whether you choose private or group classes.