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Learn French with AF Classes in 2026
The Alliance Française de Tulsa offers small, intimate, relaxed lessons, emphasizing rapid immersion in French.
- You must first become a member of AF de Tulsa by joining online here (paid once per year).
- Next, choose your class and pay that tuition by clicking that payment button for a separate transaction (Select a choice, below).
- And finally, complete the Student Information Form at the bottom of this page and include all required information.
For example, if you are joining as an individual, you would pay $40 and the $200 tuition. If you are joining as a family, you would pay $50 and the $200 tuition for each student. Complete a Student Information Form for each student enrolling.
Also, if you are interested in individual classes, we can possible make a referral. Contact classes@aftulsa.org.
Any questions about classes also contact classes@aftulsa.org.
Our Instructors
Nan Melton
Nan Melton received her B.A. in French (Honors) from Rockhurst University, and worked for French multinational companies for many years. She has hosted summer interns from TOTAL and enjoys her French family. She has several years of experience teaching for the Alliance Française de Tulsa, and has also taught for the Alliance Française de Kansas City, where she was also a Board member, and worked for the International Visitors Council. She has taught English as a Second Language.
Taylor Grounds
Taylor Grounds received her B.A. in French from the University of Oklahoma, and has 11 years of teaching experience. Between earning her degree and starting to teach full time, she spent a year living and working in our sister city of Amiens, France as an English language assistant. French culture, travel and knitting are her passions. She makes it a goal to make it back to France as frequently as possible, her most recent trip being in the summer of 2024 when she completed a month-long French intensive course at the Sorbonne. Outside of work and travel, she enjoys a slower paced lifestyle with her dogs.
Beginner
French for Travelers
Planning a trip to France—or simply dreaming of one? This course is designed for adult learners who want to build practical “survival French” skills while deepening their understanding of French culture, customs, and everyday life.
The class emphasizes conversational French, reading authentic and adapted texts, and guided discussion of cultural highlights in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Students will practice language you can use immediately while traveling—whether dining out, shopping, sightseeing, navigating public transportation, or interacting with locals.
Grammar is introduced as a practical support tool, helping learners move beyond memorized phrases and develop the confidence to read, understand, and create their own sentences. The focus is on comprehension, communication, and cultural awareness rather than perfection.
Instructor: Taylor Grounds
Next session begins: Thursday, March 5, 2026
DATES: Thursdays Mar 5th – May 14th (10 week session with no class 3/19)
TIME: 6:00 – 7:30PM
Location: TBA (details on location will be sent out one week before the start date)
Class length: 90 minutes
NOTE: Choose this payment button to register
Price: $200
Please complete the Student Information Form at the bottom of this page after enrolling.
Intermediate to Advanced Conversational French
A lively, intimate group reading and discussing culture, arts, society and global current events in French, using authentic French materials. A casual, stress-free way to improve your fluency and ease in conversation.
Instructor: Nan Melton
Next Session Begins: Wednesday, Feb 11, 2026
DATES: Wednesdays, Feb 11 – May 6 (10-week session)
TIME: 7:00 – 8:30 pm
LOCATION: Virtual Zoom class
CLASS LENGTH: 90 minutes
NOTE: Choose this payment button to register for this virtual class and to receive an invitation to the Zoom
Price: $200
Please complete the Student Information Form at the bottom of this page after enrolling.
Conversation à la carte - add-on to Beginner French Course
An optional 30-minute conversation extension to the “Beginner French for Travelers” course for those ready to speak more confidently. Read a more detailed description of the course here.
This extension is ideal for learners who want to move beyond structured exercises, actively practice speaking, and gain confidence using French in everyday situations. This extension is available to those students registered in the Beginner French class.
Instructor: Taylor Grounds
Next session begins: Thursday, March 5, 2026
DATES: Thursdays Mar 5th – May 14th (10 week session with no class 3/19)
TIME: 7:30pm – 8:00pm
Location: same location as Beginner class
Class length: 30 minutes
NOTE: Choose this payment button to register
Price: $70
Student Information Form
Please complete the following form after enrolling in a class. Submit a new form for each individual student who is enrolling.
If you are submitting this form on behalf of someone else, please include the student’s contact information AND your phone number at the end of the form.