Whether you are an Alliance Francaise student or just want to boost your skills before an exam, join us during one of these special
workshops to gain confidence and improve your speaking and writing skills.
These highly interactive workshops are led by native professors who will help you express yourself with fluidity.
These workshops are open to all levels of students.
Improve your French for professional and business purposes. Get ready to give your career a boost thanks to your new French skills!
Thursday, from 6:30 to 8PM. From April 20 to July 13.
B2/C1
Do you have to speak French in a professional context, or do you want to develop your skills to further your career? Join this professional French course!
In this workshop, you will improve your verbal communication in French, thanks to discussions on the week's business news. Additionally, you will practise through role plays and tasks based on authentic documents used by companies. You will also have the opportunity to make a presentation in French.
Friday, from 8 to 10AM. From June 2 to July 7.
B2/C1
Do you use French in a professional context, or do you want to develop your skills to further your career? Join this professional writing course!
In this workshop, you will learn useful formulas for written communication in French, in email exchanges. You will choose the tone, register and vocabulary adapted to your interlocutor. Improve your grammar to produce clear, effective and professional sentences! You will also learn how to format a CV and cover letter according to French standards.
Wednesday, from 6:30 to 8:30PM.
From January 25 to March 29.
Develop your oral fluency through theatrical games and activities.
In a small group, gain self-confidence in a friendly and fun atmosphere by taking part in improvisation, declamation, position in space,
mime, etc.
You will work on specific vocabulary and learn short texts by heart, to develop your oral fluency.
Friday, from 8:30 to 10AM.
From February 3rd to March 31st
In this workshop, you will learn useful formulas for written communication in French, in email exchanges for example. You will choose the
tone, register and vocabulary adapted to your interlocutor. Improve your grammar to produce clear, effective and professional
sentences! You will also learn how to format a CV and cover letter according to French standards.
Saturday, 18th February, from 10AM to 12PM
Defined by André Breton in 1924, this movement touched many artistic fields: poetry poetry, painting, photography, and many others!
In this workshop, learn more about this movement which had a strong impact on the French cultural and political
landscape.
By studying an extract from Nadja (André Breton, 1928), you will identify the key elements of this movement in literary and artistic
works.
Saturday, 28th January, from 10AM to 12PM
The "Rinascienta", a major artistic movement that emerged in Italy, is embodied in particular by Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci
and Raphael.
It appeared in the 14th century and was a real artistic, but also cultural and intellectual revolution, influenced by classical
antiquity.
In this workshop, you will discover the main lines and characteristics of this artistic period. You will learn to analyse a painting
through a selection of emblematic works.
Wednesday, from 6:30PM to 8:30PM.
26 October - 14 december
Give your French this little je ne sais quoi and come develop your fluency through theatrical games and activities.
This introductory theatre workshop will mix theoretical and practical activities that will help you improve your confidence and fluency
in French and broaden your culture.
Friday, from 8:30AM to 10AM.
28 October - 16 December - Online
Based on professional situations, this class will give you the confidence and strength to take on your new career challenge. You will learn
about the French work-culture and enhance both your written and oral skills.
Friday, from 1PM to 3PM.
07 October - 2nd December - Online
Many advanced students can speak and understand French fluently, but practising the written form at a high level can be challenging. How do
you express nuance and depth in just a few words? How to be convincing and asserting while writing a review, a comment or just an email?
Friday, June 03 and 10.
1PM - 3PM
Are you talking to French speakers and you don't understand certain words? Worse, you can't find them in the dictionary? Don't panic!
This course will give you the keys to finally understand French speakers in conversations, in songs and in films and series.
Friday, from 8:30AM to 10AM.
06 May - 01 July
Based on professional situations, this class will give you the confidence and strength to take on your new career challenge. You will learn
about the French work-culture and enhance both your written and oral skills.
Friday, May 06 and 13.
12PM - 2PM
Give your French this little je ne sais quoi and come enrich your expression with various French idioms that will make you sound
like a native in no time! Improve both your written and oral expression by giving you an overview of the most commonly used French
idioms in all kinds of situations, from a familiar phone-call to a professional work email.
Friday, March 11 and 18.
6:30PM - 8:30PM
Whether you want to work in a French-speaking country or just because you are passionate about cooking, come to our workshop lead by our
teacher Marie. French cooking will no longer hold any secrets for you!
Friday, March 18 and 25.
12PM - 2PM
Discover two female and feminist figures who have marked French history! In this course, come and discover Rosa Bonheur
the first woman artist to receive the Legion of Honour, and Olympe de Gouge considered one of the pioneers of French feminism.
Saturday, April 09 and 23.
10:30AM - 12:30PM
The French presidential elections are on 10 and 24 April. Are you interested in news and politics? Would you like to understand French
politics better? Find out what's at stake in the 2022 campaign and feel more at ease when you consult the French media!
Friday, February 11 and 18.
1PM - 3PM
It's well known that French is the language of love and French culture is full of romantic terms: from films to books, not to mention
gastronomy! In this unique workshop, you will learn more about the culture of love in France and the history of the words used.
Friday, from 8:30AM to 10AM.
11 February - 22 April
Based on professional situations, this class will give you the confidence and strength to take on your new career challenge. You will learn
about the French work-culture and enhance both your written and oral skills.
Thursday, from 7PM to 9PM.
3 March - 31 March
Welcome to an interactive course on the history of French art. With our two French teachers and artists, Charlotte and Margot, discover art
and learn to talk about it.
This course is suitable for anyone who loves art or is simply curious about photography, drawing, painting...
Friday, from 8:30AM to 10AM.
29 April - 17 June
In 2022, France holds the presidency of the Council of the European Union until 30 June. The Alliance Française d'Amsterdam offers you
a unique and original course, which will allow you to better understand the functioning of this institution and its stakes.
