Beginner French Foundations Reboot
Speak French with confidence in real-life situations
A step-by-step group class designed to help you actually speak French, not just recognize it.
By the end of this class, you’ll be able to talk about your travel, hobbies, likes, dislikes, and daily routines, out loud and with confidence.
February 2-April 10, 2026
By the end of this class, you'll be able to…
01.
Order at cafés and restaurants with confidence
Understand the most common questions servers ask and respond naturally, without freezing up or switching to English.
02.
Talk about your hobbies and interests
Share opinions and make small talk in everyday French situations.
03.
Ask and answer common questions for conversation and travel
Talk about your day, make plans, make reservations, and handle travel interactions with ease.
04.
Speak comfortably in the present, past, and future
Make basic conversations across time frames using a clear, step-by-step approach to verbs and grammar.
05.
Go shopping and get around town
Buy groceries, ask for your size, pay for purchases, and ask for directions in real-life situations.
06.
Understand the people you speak to
Follow the main ideas in everyday conversations with French and Québécois speakers, and recognize key differences between French in France and Québec.
Is this class a good fit for you?
Beginner French Foundations Reboot is designed for adults who already know some French, but don't yet feel comfortable using it in conversation.
We'll solidify the foundations so that everything clicks. Then we'll build step-by-step towards speaking comfortably in everyday interactions for travel, work, and daily life.
You're a great fit for this class if you are:
✅ Someone who has learned some French before (in school, on apps, or on your own), but you don't feel confident speaking
✅ A traveler who who wants to interact with locals in France or Québec. You're ready to move beyond “Bonjour” and into real conversations for travel
✅ A language lover who wants to enjoy French and Francophone food, films, music, and culture with more confidence
✅ A life-long learner looking to strengthen your memory – a proven benefit of language learning
✅ A professional hoping to add French to your résumé to expand career opportunities in Canada or France
If one of these sounds like you, you're in the right place!
Beginner French Foundations Reboot will give you the structure, support, and speaking practice you need to confidently navigate everyday French conversations and get one step closer to your dream French-speaking self!
Wanda
100% recommended! The course definitely took me out of my comfort zone and gave me that push to keep going in my journey to becoming proficient in speaking French.
Crissy
I'm an anxious introvert and Dr. Nat was still able to make me feel comfortable within the class. I really appreciated that Dr. Nat is a native English speaker who's attained fluency in French. She can relate to the common issues that English speakers struggle with, whether it's pronunciation or grammar structures. The course is well organized, the live classes were incredibly helpful, and my French has improved.
Debra
The course gave structure to the process of language-learning, which is the most important thing for me. Scheduled meetings and weekly goals were instrumental in just “getting down to business.” Also, the friendly and supportive group of like-minded people enabled me to practice my spoken French without any fear of judgement.
Enrollment is now open!
Beginner French Foundations Reboot is a 10-week French program designed to help you start speaking French with confidence - with structure, practice, and support every step of the way.
The live component of the class runs from February 2-April 10, 2026 and includes:
$347USD
Payment plan available
I would definitely recommend this course for someone who has said "I've always wanted to learn some French.." but hasn't taken the leap.
It really does set you up for success to, not only to complete the course, but to keep up the motivation to continue learning after.
Victoria W.
Beginner French Student
Everything you need to start speaking French
It helps to learn from someone who’s been in your shoes. I know what it's like to learn French and I’ve built this program to reflect what actually works. I've incorporated the best practices from the science of language learning: clear structure, guided speaking practice, and feedback at each step.
Here's what's included in Beginner French Foundations Reboot.
Module 01: Bienvenue
Module 02: Ta famille et tes amis
Module 03: Qu'est-ce que tu aimes faire?
Module 04: Ta routine matinale
Module 05: Faisons du shopping
Module 06: Au café et au restaurant
Module 07: L'année dernière
Module 08: Les vacances
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Beginner French Pronunciation Workshop
Learn to pronounce key French sounds clearly — including the French R — and avoid common pronunciation mistakes to sound more confident.
Private WhatsApp Community
A supportive space to ask questions, practice French, and connect with classmates.
10 Weeks of Feedback on Your Speaking
Weekly personalized feedback on your spoken French and live support for all your questions.
Still not sure if this course is for you?
Book a call with Natalie and we'll chat to see if this course is right for you!
Inside Beginner French Foundations Reboot
A clear, step-by-step path to using French in real life:
Step-by-step grammar lessons
Learn French phrases and grammar step-by-step with short on-demand video lessons and exercises that will prepare you to speak in our live classes.
Weekly Zoom Conversation Class for 10 Weeks
Improve your speaking with our weekly Conversation Class live on Zoom. You'll receive the discussion questions in advance so that you know exactly what to prepare. Live sessions are recorded so that you can still practice even if you have to miss class.
Zoom Conversation Classes are Thursdays, 4:00-5:00 pm ET (New York / Toronto) and replays are available.
Weekly Zoom Q&A for 10 Weeks
Get your grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation questions answered and practice speaking French more with your peers. Q&A sessions are recorded so that you can catch the replay.
Zoom Q&As are Mondays, 4:30-5:00pm ET (New York / Toronto) and replays are available.
Dozens of practice activities with immediate feedback
Practice vocabulary and grammar with quizzes and activities. You'll get immediate feedback on how you're doing.
Plus, weekly personalized feedback on your spoken French.
Lifetime access to the course
Over 35 lesson videos and 40 exercises in the lesson library - so you can keep improving your French long after the course ends.
Encouragement, support, and a safe place to practice
You'll be part of a judgment-free zone for your to practice speaking with other learners in our live Zoom classes, 1-1 speaking homework, and private WhatsApp community.
14-Day Risk-Free Guarantee
Choosing to invest in your language learning journey can feel like a big step!
You can set your nerves aside with this risk-free 14-Day Guarantee.
If you put in the work during the first two weeks and find the course isn't right for you, you can get a refund by following these steps:
If you find that you're better suited to the Intermediate French Class you can transfer courses free of charge by February 6, 2026. Email [email protected] to request a refund or to transfer courses.
FAQ
What your fellow Learners are asking
When does class start and when are the live sessions?
The live portion of the classes runs for 10 weeks (February 2-April 10) and includes the twice weekly live classes on Zoom, WhatsApp community, and weekly 1-1 speaking feedback. You'll maintain lifetime access to our course platform of lessons and quizzes.
There are two lives classes each week: Q&A and Conversation Class.
All live sessions are recorded and replays are shared after class.
The weekly Q&A meets Mondays, 4:30-5:00pm ET (New York / Toronto)
The weekly Conversation Class meets Thursdays, 4-5pm ET (New York / Toronto)
All live sessions are recorded and replays are shared after class.
Is this level right for me?
This level is for you if any of the following sound like you:
If you feel like more of an intermediate learner, check out the Intermediate French Class. You can transfer courses free of charge by February 6, 2026. Email [email protected] to transfer courses.
Will I get lifetime access?
Oui! You have lifetime access to the course platform, including the video lessons and exercises.
Can I get a refund if this class is not for me?
I get it - this is a big investment in your French learning! Yes, you can get a refund on this course for the first 14 days if you follow the steps outlined in the section above.
Can I talk to someone about my questions?
Oui! Set up a video chat with Natalie if you want to chat about your level or see if this course is right for you.
Can I take the class if I can't attend the live sessions?
Oui! Many previous students have completed the course successfully without attending live. All live sessions are recorded and you'll receive the replays.
You'll also have access to course library, with 4-5 short video lessons per week that you can do on your own time. These videos break down the vocabulary and grammar that will help you respond to the weekly speaking assignments, which you'll submit on our course community at a time that works for you.
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Imagine yourself living your goals in French: ordering your favorite pastry at a café, watching the passersby, and understanding the main ideas of the conversations floating around you on the cobblestoned streets.
Imagine yourself speaking French with a strong and clear voice, without nerves.
Imagine what it would feel like to be able to hold daily conversations in French with your French co-workers and Francophone friends.
Imagine how you would feel if you heard a French song and you understood the refrain. If you read a recipe in French and you thought “I've got this”!
I know you can meet your goals in French and I'm here to teach you step-by-step, to give you personalized feedback, and to give you the encouragement you need.
I'm Dr. Natalie Amgott. Just like you, I learned French from scratch as a non-native speaker.
I began learning French at a young age and it was a coup de foudre (love at first sight). I continued learning French with a B.A. in French and an M.A. in French linguistics. While studying in Québec and teaching French in Paris, I lived immersion experiences that enabled me to communicate proficiently in both Québec French and French from France.
But it wasn’t always an easy path! For my first 5 years learning French, I got told that I spoke “like a textbook,” because I’d mainly learned from textbooks!
When I began teaching French 12 years ago, I realized I wanted to teach without emphasis on textbooks. I wanted to use research-backed teaching methods to help you speak French like real French speakers, without the awkwardness or formality of textbook French.
During my PhD in Second Language Acquisition & Teaching, I taught and researched technology-enhanced teaching practices and went on to establish my business, Elevate French, LLC. Now I weave the efficient and research-informed practices into Elevate French lessons to help you feel more confident, competent, and comprehensible when speaking French.
In Beginner French Foundations Reboot, I’ve laid out a 10 week path for you to follow. All you’ll need to do to see your French improve quickly is to set aside a few hours each week to engage with the lesson library and to attend the live speaking practice.
I’ll be here, rooting for you every step of the way!
Allons-y, c'est parti - let's go!
Dr. Natalie Amgott
Start speaking French today!
$347 USD
A payment plan is also available at checkout