Online French Courses
Online French classes at Live French run as private lessons with a native French teacher over Zoom, Microsoft Teams or Google Meet. You pick the schedule, the focus, and the lesson length (30 or 45 minutes). Your teacher tailors every session to your level and goal, whether that’s holding a meeting in French, passing the DELF B2, or finally feeling confident ordering coffee in Lyon without switching to English.
For expats settling in France | professionals preparing for a French-speaking role | students sitting the DELF or DALF for university admission | travelers planning extended stays in francophone countries | learners returning to French after years off.
The four online French courses
All four courses below are private one-on-one lessons. Pick the one that fits your goal, or scroll down to the comparison table if you’re not sure.
The fastest way to gain fluency is regular speaking practice with someone who corrects you in real time. Conversation classes are for B1 and above and focus on speaking more freely, sounding more natural, and reducing the hesitation gap.
Start from zero or restart after a long break. Your teacher builds the foundation through everyday dialogues, useful phrases, and pronunciation work, so you can ask, answer, and read confidently from the first weeks.
For professionals who work or want to work in French. Run a meeting, write a clear email, present a project, handle calls with clients and partners. Lessons are built around your real work documents and situations.
Prepare for the official French exams (DELF A1 through B2, DALF C1 and C2) administered by France Éducation International. Your teacher walks you through the exact exam format and trains each of the four skills against the official scoring criteria.
Start with a free 30-minute trial lesson
Not sure which course fits your goal? Here's how the four compare.
| Course | Level needed | Best for | Typical objective | Recommended pace |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| French Conversation | B1 to C2 | Speakers who want fluency, confidence, and fewer hesitations | Speak more freely on personal, work, or travel topics | 1 to 2 lessons per week |
| French for Beginners | A0 to A2 | Learners starting from zero or restarting after a long gap | Read, ask, and answer in everyday situations | 2 to 3 lessons per week to start, 1 to 2 to consolidate |
| Business French | B1+ | Professionals using French in meetings, emails, calls, business trips | Run a meeting, write a clear email, present a project in French | 1 to 2 lessons per week, with sprints around deadlines |
| DELF / DALF Prep | A1 to C2 | Students and professionals sitting an official French exam | Pass the targeted exam (DELF A2 / B1 / B2 or DALF C1 / C2) | 2 to 3 lessons per week in the 2 to 3 months before the exam |
Levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). DELF and DALF exams are administered by France Éducation International.
How online French lessons work at Live French
All courses are private one-on-one lessons with a native French teacher. Sessions run by Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Google Meet. You also have the option of French lessons by phone if you prefer audio only or your connection isn’t reliable. Read more about our teachers: all native speakers from France and other francophone countries.
Choose 30 or 45 minutes. 30-minute lessons fit easily into a workday and are a good choice for beginners building the habit. 45-minute lessons give more room for free conversation, exam practice, and longer grammar work. You can mix lengths across the week.
Your trial lesson includes a recommendation based on your goal and timeline. As a rough guide:
- Maintain your level (you already speak French and want to stay sharp): 1 lesson per week.
- Move up one CEFR level (for example A2 to B1, or B1 to B2): 2 to 3 lessons per week.
- Pass an exam with a deadline: 2 to 4 lessons per week in the final 2 to 3 months.
Not sure of your starting point? Take the free level test or let your teacher assess you during the trial.
Why learners choose Live French
- Native French teachers from France and francophone countries. Every lesson is one-on-one with a qualified teacher who teaches French as a foreign language professionally.
- Fully personalized lesson plans. No fixed curriculum. Your teacher builds the plan around your level, goal, and the situations you actually need French for.
- Flexible scheduling across time zones. Book lessons morning, evening, or weekend. Reschedule when life gets in the way.
- No commitment. Choose a course based on your needs.
See pricing options on the pricing page.
Free bonus: a group lesson every week with the Live French Club
Every course package includes a free seat at Live French Club, a weekly group conversation lesson with other Live French members and a teacher. Each week covers a different topic, from current events to grammar refreshers. It’s a relaxed way to practice with other learners and discover the cultures of francophone countries alongside your private lessons.
Frequently Asked Questions about our Online French Classes
For maintenance, 1 lesson per week works. To move up one CEFR level (for example A2 to B1), plan on 2 to 3 lessons per week. For exam prep with a deadline, 2 to 4 lessons per week in the final 2 to 3 months. Your trial lesson includes a recommendation tailored to your goal and timeline.
Both. 30-minute lessons fit into busy workdays and suit beginners building the habit. 45-minute lessons give more room for free conversation, exam practice, and longer grammar work. You can mix lengths across the week.
Yes. You’re not locked in. Many learners start in Beginners, move to Conversation around B1, and add Business French or DELF prep when their goals shift. Tell your teacher and they’ll adjust your plan.
Pricing depends on lesson length and the number of lessons you book per month. There are no contracts and no commitments beyond the lessons you book. Full details on the pricing page.
You don’t have to, but it helps. The free trial lesson itself functions as an oral assessment. If you’d rather get a written estimate first, take the free French level test. Either way, your teacher confirms your level during the trial and adjusts the plan from there.
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