Beginner 2 Online French Group Classes
You've got a foundation. Now it's time to use it. This 8-week live course is designed for learners who have completed a beginner course (A0-A1 or Beginner 1 at Hello French) and are ready to start navigating real French situations with more confidence. In a small group of up to eight students, you'll move from knowing the basics to actually using French: ordering food, asking for directions, handling everyday interactions, and talking about past events.
Led live by Marie-Lola, with occasional support from Cécilia, each session builds on the last with grammar, pronunciation, and cultural context woven throughout.
How It Works
BOOKING POLICIES
Is This the Right Level for You?
How It Works
1️⃣ Purchase the Beginner 2 Class: Complete your booking to secure your spot in the program. Enrollment is confirmed upon purchase.
2️⃣ Receive your welcome guide: You'll receive a confirmation email with your welcome guide and next steps.
3️⃣ Get ready to start: One week before the program begins, you'll receive a detailed onboarding email with access information, including Zoom links, and guidance on how to prepare for your first class.
4️⃣ Join weekly live sessions: Participate in your scheduled live classes and track your progress through shared whiteboards, assignments, and curated resources.
5️⃣ Review with recordings: When available, class recordings will be accessible in your Classroom portal for review.
Booking Policies
- Limited refunds. Group course purchases are eligible for refunds or credits only before the program start date and in accordance with the refund schedule outlined in our Lessons Terms & Conditions. Once the program has begun, all sales are final.
- Attendance. Group lessons do not include make-up sessions for missed classes.
- Recordings. When available, class recordings are provided for personal review only and are accessible through the Classroom portal.
- Language of instruction. Beginner group lessons are taught primarily in English. Students must have sufficient English proficiency to follow instructions, participate in discussions, and engage with course materials.
- Instructor structure. Group courses are led by the instructors listed on the sales page. Instructor participation may change if needed due to illness, emergencies, or operational requirements.
- Content use. All course materials, recordings, and shared resources are proprietary and may not be copied, shared, or redistributed.
- Conduct. Disruptive or inappropriate behavior may result in removal from the program without refund.
By enrolling, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to the full Lessons Terms & Conditions applicable to group lessons.
Is This the Right Level for You?
Beginner 2 is a great fit if:
- You've completed a beginner French course (A0-A1) or Beginner 1 at Hello French.
- You can introduce yourself, use basic present-tense verbs, and handle very simple exchanges. You're ready to move beyond survival French into everyday communication. You feel solid on the basics but not yet comfortable in real-world situations.
- If you're starting from zero or remember very little French, Beginner 1 is the right place to start. If you already feel comfortable holding basic conversations and using the passé composé, but aren't quite ready for an intermediate (B1 level), we recommend our private lessons, which are tailored to your level and goals, or checking back as we open additional group levels.
Not sure about your level? Take our free French Level Test. It only takes a few minutes and will help you find the right fit.
Still not sure? Email us at classes@hellofrenchnyc.com, and we'll help you find the right fit.
What You’ll Get
✅ Eight 2-hour live group lessons via Zoom (90 minutes of class followed by 30 min Speaking Lab)
✅ Led by Marie-Lola, with occasional guest appearances by Cécilia for additional support
✅ Culture-first approach with a focus on grammar, pronunciation, and real conversation
✅ Includes Beginner Bundle digital materials
✅ Access to your class's private Google Classroom
→ Recaps of each lesson
→ Whiteboards and in-class notes
→ Assigned practice & homework
→ Interactive lessons and auto-corrective exercises
→ Songs, films, and culture-based resources
📩 After booking, you'll receive an onboarding email with access to materials and everything you need to prepare for your first class.
After 8 Weeks, You'll Be Able To
🛍 Handle everyday situations
Shops, cafés, restaurants, hotels. You'll know what to say and how to say it.
🗺 Navigate a city
Ask for directions, talk about places, and use basic location expressions.
🍽 Order with ease
Read a menu, pay a bill, and make polite requests without freezing up.
💬 Talk about habits and preferences
With a wider verb range, including common irregular verbs.
🕐 Describe the recent past
Use the passé composé to talk about what you did.
🤝 Adapt your register
Know when to be formal and how to shift your language naturally.
Why You'll Love These Classes
1️⃣ Real-Life French in a Small and Supportive Group
Learn how to use French in everyday situations, from navigating a city to handling practical interactions, while building confidence through structured lessons, cultural context, and native guidance.
2️⃣ The Speaking Lab: 30 Minutes to Put It All Together
Each 2-hour session ends with a 30-minute Speaking Lab: dedicated time to practice out loud what you learned that day. Just real conversation with your classmates and teacher. Can't stay? You're welcome to drop off after the core 90-min lesson. But we highly recommend you stay. This is where real confidence gets built!
3️⃣ A Proven Method, Taught Live
This program is built on a teaching method developed by Cécilia and Marie-Lola, drawing on over 25 years of combined experience and thousands of learners reached through books, videos, and online programs. The live classes are led by Marie-Lola, following this established approach.
4️⃣ Learn Beyond the Classroom
You'll have access to a dedicated live learning portal with lesson recaps, whiteboards, homework, and rich cultural resources. This gives you multiple ways to study, practice, and immerse yourself in French between lessons, so learning continues well beyond class time.
Meet Your Teacher
Marie-Lola has been teaching French for over 10 years, with experience at institutions such as the Alliance Française and the French American School of New York. Originally from the South of France, she holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in French Literature from the University of Toulouse, where she also studied phonetics, grammar, and didactics.
She is a certified DELF examiner and has completed professional training in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. Marie-Lola co-authored three French learning books with Cécilia Jourdan at Hello French, including a phonetics guide designed to help students approach pronunciation with clarity and confidence.
Her teaching is guided by curiosity, connection, and creativity. She focuses on helping students build confidence while engaging with French culture through language, music, literature, and everyday communication. Outside the classroom, Marie-Lola enjoys reading, dancing flamenco, and discovering hidden gems in local bookstores.
Can't Join This Group?
We’d love for you to join us in a future class. Share your ideal schedule below so we can open new spots that actually work for you.
FAQ
These group classes are designed for beginner adult learners (18+) who have completed a beginner French course and are ready to build confidence using French in everyday situations.
Not necessarily. If you've completed any structured beginner French course and feel comfortable with basic present-tense French, introductions, and simple exchanges, you're likely a good fit. If you're unsure, email us at classes@hellofrenchnyc.com.
Yes. This program is conducted primarily in English to support comprehension at the beginner level. You must have professional or fluent English proficiency to fully participate in and benefit from the course.
The classes are conducted live and in real time on Zoom. You will learn and speak alongside your group and me each week.
Absolutely. Classes are interactive and capped at 8 students, so everyone gets plenty of opportunities to speak, ask questions, and participate. Each session also ends with a 30-minute Speaking Lab: dedicated time to practice out loud what you learned that day, with no new grammar and no pressure. Just a real conversation with your classmates and teacher. We highly recommend staying for it.
This course is led by Marie-Lola, our Hello French co-author and trained French teacher. Cécilia will join a few select sessions to support your progress, especially around pronunciation and culture.
Classes are held live on Zoom. You'll receive your personal link and welcome email after booking.
Every session is recorded when possible and added to your private Google Classroom. You'll have access to the replays, whiteboards, and notes for up to 30 days after the course ends. That way, you can review or catch up whenever needed.
Yes! As soon as you join, you'll get instant access to our Beginner Bundle, which includes: Le Bouquin, Le Cahier, and our Hello Pronunciation Class, our beginner-friendly e-books. You'll also find curated extras in your Classroom, like songs, articles, cultural prompts, and weekly recaps to deepen your learning between sessions.
Yes! Since the course is entirely online, you're welcome to join from any country. Just make sure the schedule works in your time zone.
We do! You can split your payment at checkout using Shop Pay or PayPal, depending on your preferences and eligibility.
We get it, plans change. If you email us at classes@hellofrenchnyc.com:
- 14 days or more before your course starts, you're eligible for an 80% refund or a full credit toward a future cohort.
- 7 days before the start date, you're eligible for a 50% refund or credit.
- Less than 7 days before the course begins, bookings are final and non-refundable due to limited class size and scheduling.
Regardless of timing, you'll still get full access to recordings and your Google Classroom once the course begins. By booking, you agree to our Lessons Terms & Conditions regarding group classes.
To begin the cohort, we need at least 6 students enrolled (maximum is 8). If we don’t reach the minimum number of students 3 days before the start date, we’ll cancel the class and fully refund anyone who signed up.