Introducing the New Workshop
Mastering the Subjunctive in Everyday French
The most practical training for using the subjunctive in real French conversations
Monday, May 13
2:00-4:00pm Eastern Time (New York/Toronto)
11:00am - 1:00pm Pacific Time (Los Angeles/Vancouver)
More dates available
The ultimate step-by-step framework for ditching the conjugation sheets and speaking the subjunctive with confidence. This new program is the only research-backed approach that will help intermediate learners to speak about doubt, emotion, obligation, and desire in French with the grammatical conjugation called the subjunctive.
Looking for another date? Sign up for Wednesday, May 8 or Thursday, May 9.
During the workshop, you’ll learn to…
Conquer the conjugations
Based on the pre-workshop lesson and cheatsheet that will help you to focus on speaking in context.
Master the trigger phrases
Through the “trigger guide” and live practice opportunities that will help you distinguish which phrases require the subjunctive versus the regular verbs you’re used to (“the indicative”).
Speak the subjunctive with confidence
In our live role-play activities where you’ll practice using the subjunctive to voice doubt, obligation, emotion, and desire.
Speak French more fluidly
With key phrases to use in a variety of daily contexts that require the subjunctive.
Accelerate your learning after the workshop
With post-workshop activities and resources for you to keep your skills fresh going forward.
Who is this workshop for?
The Mastering the Subjunctive workshop will give you the step-by-step tools, live practice, and feedback from Dr. Nat, who learned French from scratch just like you.
If any of these sound like you, make sure not to miss Mastering the Subjunctive in Everyday French!
You want to say “au revoir” to your your French speaking fears and say “bonjour” to communicating comprehensibly in your next French conversation.
You’re searching for the key to give you the confidence you need to speak French without the jitters!
You’re an intermediate French learner (level A2, B1, or B2) who has heard of the French subjunctive, but you don’t feel sure when to use it or how to conjugate it.
You’re a lifelong learner who knows how to “fill in the blanks” when it comes to the subjunctive, but you freeze up when you need to use it in speaking contexts.
You’re a tenacious French learner with big dreams of having full length French conversations on your next trip to France or Québec.
You’re a goal-setter aiming to improve your spoken French to work, travel, or live in France or Québec.
What other French learners are saying
Dr. Nat is the most enthusiastic language instructor I've encountered! Her love for the subject-matter is motivating and infectious. I would recommend her to anyone looking to learn more French!
—Jeremy
Working with Dr. Natalie was a pleasure. Her bright smile and open manner gave me so much confidence to branch out.
—Donna
Dr. Nat created an space to try out new French in a supportive environment.
—Charlie
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.
—Crissy
A very positive experience, especially Natalie's focus on how French is spoken in everyday life.
—Rod
$87USD
Mastering the subjunctive in everyday French
is officially open for enrollment!
Monday, May 13, 2:00-4:00pm ET
(11:00am-1:00pm PT)
What's included in the workshop?
Bonus! Pre-Workshop On Demand Video Lesson
As soon as you sign up for this workshop, you’ll receive a pre-workshop video lesson that you can watch anytime before the workshop. You'll learn:
Bonus! Pre-Workshop Conjugation Cheatsheet
You’ll receive a printable Subjunctive Conjugation Cheatsheet with:
Live Two-Hour Workshop
Bonus! After the workshop
With bonuses, this workshop is a total value of $167 USD.
Reserve your spot today for only $87 USD!
Foire aux questions (FAQ)
What are the dates and times of this workshop?
You have three dates to choose from. Each of the three workshops is the same.
Do I need to show up live?
If you can’t show up live, you can watch the replay of the course. However, showing up live on Zoom is highly recommended. You’ll get the opportunity to speak and get feedback on your speaking. The pre-workshop lesson will prepare you to interact in the live class even if you’ve never heard of the subjunctive before! And chances are, you’ll make a new friend who’s learning French at your level.
However, if life gets in the way and you'd still love to join, make sure to register anyway in order to get the replay recording of the workshop.
Do I have the right level of French for this workshop?
If you feel comfortable speaking or reading in the present in French, you’ll be ready for this workshop. This workshop is geared toward intermediate learners (levels A2, B1, B2). If you’re an advanced learner (level C1), but are still avoiding using the subjunctive in your speech (I know because I’ve been there!), you will also benefit from this workshop.
Have a question about your level? Shoot me (Dr. Nat) an email at natalie@elevatefrench.com and I’ll get back to you soon!
Will there be a chance to ask questions during the workshop?
Mais oui! The last section of the live workshop is dedicated to your questions about the subjunctive.
Do I have to speak during this workshop?
The goal of this workshop is to give you confidence speaking in French while using the subjunctive. If you want to get the maximum benefit of this workshop, it’s recommended that you speak during the small breakout sessions where you’ll get to practice in a group with 2-4 other learners. If you still prefer not to speak during the workshop, just send me a chat during the live and I’ll do my best to leave you out of the practice breakout sessions.
Do I need to have my camera on during this workshop?
This is totally up to you! Feel free to leave your camera on for a personal touch with the other learners you'll be chatting with, or to turn it off if you prefer.
Do you have a refund policy?
There is no refund for this live workshop because it is a live, one-time event commitment. Not only do you get access to the live workshop, but also to the following bonuses: on demand video lesson, the Subjunctive Conjugation Cheatsheet, the replay, and the post workshop bank of practice activities.
Une note de
Dr. Nat
I can remember the “subjunctive chapter” year after year in French class. After the first iteration, I felt confident conjugating it if you gave me a fill-in-the-blank activity. After the second iteration, I could use certain expressions like “Il faut que,” but I still wasn’t sure when to use the subjunctive with doubt or emotion. It wasn’t until 5 years of learning French that I felt confident using the subjunctive in my everyday speech.
But this doesn’t have to be you!
I was disenchanted by the way that grammar was taught in the French classes I took. There was no emphasis on being able to actually use the grammar in real conversation. This was the case not only with the pesky subjunctive, but with most of the grammar that I learned. If your French schooling experience was anything like mine, maybe you’re in the same boat.
This lack of practical grammar guidance is what inspired me to pursue a PhD in Second Language Acquisition and Teaching from the University of Arizona. I wanted to understand how I could help adults achieve their dreams of speaking French without spending a decade on fill-in-the-blank activities.
My mission today is to give you the tools you need to speak French on your next trip to France or Québec or in your next work meeting with a Francophone.
This brand-new workshop, Mastering the Subjunctive in Everyday French, is related to my favorite topic to teach. Because I too struggled to learn the subjunctive, I know what you’re going through. My doctorate and 10 years teaching French have further equipped me with the research-backed tools to help you speak with more confidence and to retain what you’ve learned.
Your chance to take the leap into speaking French more fluidly and naturally is available to you right now!
You don’t need to know what the subjunctive is or how to use it, but you do need to be ready to step a foot or two outside of your comfort zone and speak French in our small group sessions in the workshop in order to reap the benefits. I always say “You can’t learn to speak French without speaking French,” and this holds true when it comes to using the subjunctive to speak about your dreams, desires, doubts, and needs.
J’ai trop hâte de te rencontrer et je sais que tu peux le faire!
I’m so excited to meet you and I know that you can do it!
Dr. Nat
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