Winter 2025 Classes

Are you ready to enroll in our Winter 2025 French classes? Regular registration is now open! Browse our rich offerings of General French, Specialized French, Youth Classes, Reviews and Workshops.

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December Mini-Session

Join us from December 2-20 for our Mini-session! A variety of specialized French courses, intensive reviews and workshops will be offered. Whether you're looking to improve your grammar, dive into French literature, or enjoy holiday-themed classes, we have something for every interest and level. 

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Join our Holiday Market

Save the date! Our European Holiday Market is on December 14—enjoy festive fun with FREE admission: holiday music and youth choirs, storytime, Santa's visit and many exciting vendors!

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Give the Gift of French!

This holiday season, give the gift of French culture with our memberships and class certificates! Valid for 2 years, they can be used for classes, workshops, or membership fees.

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Join Our Team!

We are looking for passionate French as a Foreign Language instructors to teach in-person evening classes for the 2024-2025 academic year. If you love teaching and sharing French language and culture, we’d love to hear from you!

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Frello: French Beyond the Classroom

This blended-learning platform proposes high-quality exercise modules to practice your French skills outside of the classroom. AFSeattle students enrolled in General French classes (A1 to B2) receive an invitation to join from their instructor! 

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Office Closure & No Classes from Thursday, November 28 to Sunday, December 1. Happy Thanksgiving!

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French Comedy in Film

This fun 2-hour workshop will focus on the French holiday film "Santa & Cie by Alain Chabat. We’ll watch key scenes from the movie and discuss its humor, themes, and cultural references. You'll improve your French skills while enjoying the festive spirit of this modern French Christmas classic. 

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Explore Holiday News in French

Practice your French with weekly RFI news reports focused on end-of-year events and celebrations! You will read and listen to news content at the A2+ level, and work on new vocabulary and grammar points to strengthen your skills.

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December Book Club

In this course, students will dive into the magical poetry of Jacques Prévert with Contes pour enfants pas sages. Weekly assigned readings will be followed by in-class discussions on various themes, and students will be encouraged to share their questions and impressions on our e-learning plateform throughout the course.

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Christmas Traditions

Discover Christmas traditions from three beautiful regions of France: Provence, Alsace, and Brittany. In this course, you will learn about how people in these regions celebrate Christmas, including the *13 desserts* tradition from Provence, Christmas markets in Alsace, and special stories from Brittany

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The Magic of Fairy Tales

Discover the enchanting world of Charles Perrault! This engaging 3-part workshop will allow you to delve into Perrault's classic fairy tales, explore key language concepts, and learn more about the society that influenced his writing. 

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Les musiques des fêtes

Explore classic French holiday songs as well as contemporary favorites, analyzing lyrics and cultural significance. Through listening exercises, vocabulary building, and group discussions, you’ll improve your listening comprehension and fluency!

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Fantastic Folklore of Québec

Explore the magic of Québécois folklore! Students will read enchanting stories from Quebec, and analyze themes such as supernatural encounters, rural life, and cultural identity to deepen their understanding of Québécois heritage.

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Kids Holiday Workshop

Workshop held over 2 Saturdays (1h per session). Celebrate the magic of the holidays and winter season while exploring the wonders of the French language and culture!

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Brush up on your French skills

Our intensive reviews are the perfect opportunity to review and strengthen your skills before advancing to the next level!

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Haikus in French

This reading and writing course wil explore "Neige" by Maxence Fermine, a poetic novel that explores themes of snow, beauty, and art through the story of a young haiku poet in Japan. 

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[Free for members] Crossing the Cultural Divide | Dec 12 Community

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Online Happy Hour | Dec 13 Community Happy Hours

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Study French at AF Nice

The Alliance Française de Seattle is proud to partner with the Alliance Française de Nice Côte d'Azur, offering our community the opportunity to learn and practice French on the stunning French Riviera.
AFSeattle members receive a 15% discount on classes!

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Practice your French with Frantastique

1 month free! Practice your French with these fun daily lessons adapted to your level. Each day, a bespoke episode of just 10 minutes will let you explore the language and its culture. Infused with humor!

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France Channel

20% discount on the France Channel streaming platform!
Explore the most extensive library of popular French films and series while learning more about French culture and the French sense of humour! 

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Bonjour Paris

50% off the annual subscription!
Love Paris? Want to learn all about the culture and intriguing history? Or what about getting the scoop on all the latest shows, boutiques, and top tables in the City of Light? A Bonjour Paris membership is a must for you.

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France Today Free Trial

AFSeattle members can enjoy an exclusive trial offer and experience France Today for FREE for three months!

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The Alliance Française de Seattle's 2024 cultural programs are supported by arts Fund.