About our conversation classes:

 

"I recommend learning French with Bernard and Dominique and found their teaching methods just right for me. No stress, lots of patience and quiet encouragement plus the bonus of listening to native french speakers. Somewhat new vocabulary is absorbed in context. Far better than trying to memorize a list!"

Jane (Topsham)

 

 

"Both Bernard and Dominique are excellent native French teachers. Their online French Conversation Classes are informative, helpful and enjoyable. The mix of friendly conversation , grammar and encouragement has enabled me to make good progress in both my listening and pronunciation skills.

In addition, I have enjoyed the opportunity to attend well presented workshops on different aspects of French culture. These complement the classes and afford extra opportunity to be immersed in French."

Janet (Birmingham)

 

 

"Dominique and Bernard helped me unearth my forgotten basic school French and carefully supported me to improve my oral skills, build my vocabulary an painlessly absorb some grammar. Their emphasis is on learning through speaking. Listening to their conversation is an added bonus. I also enjoy their workshops on history and culture. They have given me the self-confidence to travel to France and talk to people without anxiety about making mistakes."

Alexis (Woodbury)

 

 

About our immersive holidays

 

   in the French Southern Alps:

 

"We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and thought you [Bernard and Dominique] organised a really good French immersion holiday. We visited interesting places, learnt a lot, practised our French and had a good time. The preparation was good and it was useful to have the detailed schedule of activities."

Robin & Marian

 

"The choice of the beginning of September was perfect - we were still able to enjoy the warm weather but the roads and transport links were not as busy as in 'peak season'.

For me personally the duration of one week was ideal - the intensity was quite tiring. I felt truly immersed in all things French for the whole week -language, customs, people. It was so interesting to meet ordinary French people. A big thank you for creating this unique opportunity.

Carole

 

 

"I would like to thank you both for providing a well-organised week which included a variety of very interesting visits. Also for your very warm welcome and consideration during my time in France. I would also like to thank you for showing me your beautiful part of France and for sharing it with me for a week. A wonderful experience!"

Mary

 

 

"I found the French immersion very useful. I enjoyed the opportunity to speak French at the market, at the farm, at the various cafés, etc."

Joy

 

 

 

"I enjoyed the week very much. Thank you for making us welcome and for all your hard work!"

Jane

 

 

"I really enjoyed the different activities and the variety you offered was great because your included different aspects of France, past and present. The free time felt well interspersed with the activities.

The meals played a really enjoyable part - the food, drinks and socialising were all great. Speaking in French at the meals was very helpful because I felt so relaxed."

Carey

 

  in Aix-en-Provence :

 

 “September is a good time of year and one week is ideal. Our gite was superb and it was good that everyone was within walking distance of each other. It was useful to have two French speakers to help out with new words and expressions. The variety of restaurant venues and meal types was fine and the quality of food excellent.”

Robin and Marian

 

 “There was the right balance between sightseeing and free time. I think it was well paced.”

Carey

 

 

“The choice of restaurants was excellent. As a self confessed 'foodie' mealtimes are a very important part of my French experience and I was impressed by the choices, the quality and the value for money, so much so that I would love to revisit the area.

I would like to say a huge personal 'thankyou' to you both for choosing such a beautiful part of France for our immersion. I absolutely love the atmosphere, the ambiance and the entire way of life in Aix and the surrounding area and I definitely intend to return one day."

Carole