French Language Courses
French is well-known for its fluid sounds and air of romance. It is not only popular in France, but also widely spoken throughout West Africa. At Bend Language Institute you can learn the basics of French to prepare for upcoming travel, or master your language skills by studying French literature and art. We currently offer private tutoring sessions for students of all levels. Stay tuned for upcoming interactive (and tasty) workshops this fall as well as future course offerings.
French Courses 2024-2025
Summer 2024
French Travel Essentials Saturday 9-12pm 6/22
French I Mondays and Thursdays 5-6pm 7/8 – 8/29
French III Mondays 3:15-4:45pm 7/8 – 8/26
French IV Tuesdays 5-6:30pm 7/9 – 8/27
Fall 2024
French Travel Essentials Thursdays 1:15-2:45 pm10/3-10/24
French II Mondays and Thursdays 4:30-5:30pm 9/30 – 11/21
French III Mondays 2:45-4:15pm 9/30 – 11/18
French IV Tuesdays 1:15-2:45pm 10/1 – 11/19
Winter 2025
To be announced
Please scroll below to see courses that are open for registration. On a desktop computer you can click on the tabs on the left for detailed descriptions of each course. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact us at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or 541-728-3022.
French Travel Essentials
In this workshop you will learn the essentials for conversational French to prepare for an upcoming trip. We will learn to make restaurant reservations and order food, purchase tickets and items, navigate train schedules, and more. This course is designed for beginners to the French language who are looking for ease when traveling.
Sessions – Fall 2024
French Travel Essentials will meet once at our institute on Thursdays from 1:15-2:45 pm on October 3, 10, 17 & 24. The course is limited to 10 people so please register in advance.
Send us an email at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or call us at 541-728-3022 if you would like more details or have any questions.
Introductory French I
Introductory French I is designed for people who are new to the French language. In this course we will learn the basics of the French language. We will cover fundamentals of sentence structure, vocabulary of food, hobbies, weather, as well as simple conversations for daily situations. You will also be introduced to basic French grammar and verb conjugations. Whether you are planning a trip or would like to learn something new for the fun of it, join us in this casual atmosphere.
Sessions – Fall 2024
Introductory French I will meet again in Winter 2025. This class will meet at our institute (416 NE Greenwood Ave). This course is limited to 10 people so please sign up in advance. Please email bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or give us a call at 541-728-3022 if you have any questions. We will be happy to give you a free language level assessment to help find the course that best fits your needs.
French II
Sessions – Fall 2024
French II will be on Mondays and Thursdays from 4:30-5:30 pm, September 30 – November 21. This class will be in-person at our institute. This class is limited to 10 people so please sign up in advance.
Please email bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or give us a call at 541-728-3022 if you have any questions. We will be happy to give you a free language level assessment to help find the course that best fits your needs.
French III Conversation
Sessions – Fall 2024
French III Conversation will meet on Mondays from 2:45-4:15 pm, September 30 – November 18. Please email bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or give us a call at 541-728-3022 if you have any questions. We will be happy to give you a free language level assessment to help find the course that best fits your needs.
French IV
This class is for students familiar with most verb forms and able to converse about different topics. We will increase vocabulary knowledge through conversation practice around subjects of literature, debate, reading articles, presentations , games. The class will also include some grammar tips and review of some of the more advanced structures of the language.
Sessions – Fall 2024
French IV will meet on Tuesdays from 1:15-2:45pm from October 1 – November 19. Please be sure to register in advance. Send us an email at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or call us at 541-728-3022 if you would like more details or have any questions.
French for Kids
French for Kids will engage your children’s conversation skills in an interactive environment. In this class, students will develop their French language skills through games, short stories, writing and artwork. This class is designed for kids in 3rd – 5th grade. As an immersion class, youth who have had a range of exposure to the French language (beginner to intermediate) are welcome to join. In the class we will introduce verb conjugation, while encouraging conversation using vocabulary about home life, school and activities.
Sessions – Fall 2024
French for Kids will meet Mondays from 2:45-3:45pm from September 30 – November 21. This class is limited to 10 people so please sign up in advance.
Please email bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or give us a call at 541-728-3022 if you have any questions. We will be happy to give you a free language level assessment to help find the course that best fits your needs.
Advanced French
In this course, we draw on a variety of literature to improve our French vocabulary and conversation skills. Each class we will practice reading out loud, review grammatical structures, analyze meaning and discuss subjects, opinions and ideas. Specific literature and themes will be selected closer to the start of the term based on course enrollment and student interest. This class is designed for people conversant in French who are familiar with verb conjugations in the past, present and future tenses. Come join us for this lively group of French learners at the end of the workday!
Sessions – Spring 2024
Advanced French will meet Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30pm from April 9 – May 28. We will meet at our institute and this class is limited to 10 people, so please sign up in advance. If you have any questions, please contact us at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com.
Individual Tutoring
Private tutoring with an experienced teacher can help you improve your language skills while working around your schedule. We offer both in-person and remote one-on-one lessons to help you meet your language learning needs. Our language tutoring rate is $55 dollars per hour, and when you purchase your time in advance you can reduce that rate down to $50 per hour.
We also offer semi-private tutoring small groups youth and/or adults at an affordable price, so you can have fun learning with your friends. If this is something that would interest you, contact us and we will be happy to arrange this. You can see more about small group tutoring here: https://bendlanguageinstitute.com/product/small-group-private-lessons/
If you are new to Bend Language Institute, just send us an email at bendlanguageinstitute@gmail.com or give us a call at 541-728-3022 and we will be happy to put you in touch with a local teacher to discuss your language level and interests.
Translation & Proofreading Services
Bend Language Institute is currently offering translation services in Spanish, Italian, French, and Mandarin. With written translation services we can assist individuals and organizations with professional emails exchanges, translation of documents and articles, and full-length books. Our translation price ranges from $0.12-$0.18 per word in the original language depending on language, document type, and length of document. Proofreading services are also available, and pricing varies according to document type and length. We charge a minimum of $50 per service.
If you are interested in our translation service, please contact us at 541-728-3022 or bendlanguageinstitute@
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