Paint & Sip en français!

Join us for a botanicals-themed Paint & Sip en français led by painter and longtime AFSeattle student Jamie Rawding! As you sip wine and paint your favorite flora and fauna, you will learn essential watercolor techniques and a bit of French along the way.

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CNED Tutoring Program

Our new in-person tutoring program for native French-speaking students is based on the official CNED curriculum. If your child speaks French at home, has attended school in a Francophone country, or is following a bilingual educational path, this program is for them. A few spots are still available for CP, CE1 and CE2!

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Register for Fall Courses

Our Fall session starts on September 14. Are you ready to enroll in your next French course? All courses are now open for registration, join our community of French learners!

BROWSE COURSES

Learn the Art of Macarons

Discover the art of creating elegant French macarons in this hands-on pastry class led by Laurence Boris, founder of Pâtisserie Mon Amour. Taught in French and open to all levels of baking experience.

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Full Immersion Programs

Welcome to our brand-new Full-Immersion Programs in our newly renovated space at the Good Shepherd Center! Join us to move, play, create, and connect entirely in French, no matter your age and level.

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Gala Tickets Are Here!

Tickets are selling fast for our 2026 Fundraising Gala "Soirée Jazz"! Join us on Saturday, October 17 at the iconic Rainier Club for an unforgettable night of spirited jazz, elegant style, and thoughtfully crafted cuisine.

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Join our community of 1500+ members and meet other Francophiles, develop your French knowledge, or discover local arts and culture. We strive to provide our members with unique benefits that will enhance your journey with French and Francophone cultures.

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Complete Beginner? Start Here!

New on-site and online courses just added!
Welcome to our very first French course for complete beginners! Start your French journey with the basics: the alphabet, numbers, greetings and basic vocabulary. 

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Learn French Through Play

Our new onsite immersion program for young learners combines French language learning with hands-on activities, play, movement, storytelling, and exploration.

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Develop Conversation Skills

Build fluency and confidence through immersive conversation practice, presentations and collaborative projects.

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French Literature for Beginners

Expand your French linguistic and cultural knowledge by reading an abbreviated version of the classic adventure novel Le comte de Monte-Cristo by Alexandre Dumas.

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French for Teens

Join our online and onsite French classes for teens, open to all levels from beginners to advanced! Classes include General French, AP exam preparation and French Cinema.

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Discover French Through Film

Enhance your knowledge of spoken French of all levels as well as your French cultural literacy through award-winning films. This course will include The Artist, The Triplets of Belleville and Amélie.

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Dive into Foucault's Theory!

Read and analyze Foucault's History of Sexuality: The Will to Knowledge, and discuss the shifting terrain of sexuality in the West, including the proliferation of sexual and gender identities we see today.

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Perfect your French Skills

Put into practice important grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation to prepare for the next class level.

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Immerse Yourself in French

Join us for a unique half-day immersion experience designed to help you socialize, speak, discover, play, eat, and even breathe in French alongside fellow francophiles.

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Global Seal of Biliteracy

The Alliance Française de Seattle credentials with the Global Seal of Biliteracy, an international certificate that conveys proficiency with language skills in two or more languages for our qualifying candidates. Apply now!

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Upcoming Events

Happy Hour in French [In Person] Sep 4

Happy Hour in French [In Person] Sep 4

When Fall is Coming | Ciné-Salon | Sep 11

When Fall is Coming | Ciné-Salon | Sep 11

Storytime in French | Sep 12

Storytime in French | Sep 12

Paint & Sip with Jamie Rawding: Botanicals with Watercolor

Paint & Sip with Jamie Rawding: Botanicals with Watercolor

Nouvelles Femmes: Breathless (A Bout de Souffle)

Nouvelles Femmes: Breathless (A Bout de Souffle)

Happy Hour in French [Online] Sep 18

Happy Hour in French [Online] Sep 18

Storytime in French | Sep 19

Storytime in French | Sep 19


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Practice your French with Frantastique

1 month free for AF members! Practice your French with these fun daily lessons adapted to your level. Each day, a bespoke episode of just 10 minutes will let you explore the language and its culture. Infused with humor!

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Bonjour Paris

50% off the annual subscription!
Love Paris? Want to learn all about the culture and intriguing history? Or what about getting the scoop on all the latest shows, boutiques, and top tables in the City of Light? A Bonjour Paris membership is a must for you.

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Summer 2026 in Montréal

Enjoy an immersive experience in one of North America’s most vibrant Francophone cities. Participants will strengthen their language skills while discovering Montréal’s dynamic cultural landscape and authentic French-speaking environment. AFSeattle members get 10% off the summer immersion program!

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Study French at AF Nice

The Alliance Française de Seattle is proud to partner with the Alliance Française de Nice Côte d'Azur, offering our community the opportunity to learn and practice French on the stunning French Riviera.
AFSeattle members receive a 15% discount on classes!

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Study French at AF Paris

In 2025, discover the Alliance Française de Paris! Become a member and receive an exclusive 15% discount on all French classes at AF Paris.

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France Today Free Trial

AFSeattle members can enjoy an exclusive trial offer and experience France Today for FREE for three months!

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The Alliance Française de Seattle acknowledges that we are on the traditional land of the first people of Seattle: the Coast Salish people, including the Duwamish people past and present, and that we occupy this land. We honor with gratitude the land itself and the Duwamish Tribe.

The Alliance Française de Seattle's 2025-27 ARTS AND cultural programs BENEFIT FROM 4CULTURE'S SUSTAINED SUPPORT GRANT.

The Alliance Française de Seattle's 2025-2026 cultural programs are supported by artsFund.