About us
Hi, and welcome. I'm François Normandeau, founder of The French Club.
If you understand more French than you can comfortably speak, you're in the right place. That gap between understanding and speaking is the one thing we're built to close. You've joined a community of 36,000+ members across 24 Meetup groups worldwide, adults who want the same thing you do: real, practical French they can actually use out loud, learned alongside others instead of alone.
Your free gift is ready: the full A1 French course, 50 modules, the equivalent of 1,200+ pages of lessons, exercises, and homework, with audio and video to build your pronunciation and speaking reflexes. No catch, no obligation, no credit card.
Start here, today:
Create your account and open the free A1 course → https://www.frenchclub.net/
Step-by-step setup guide → https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fSyoLZDxM2QdHXO0TnDh1UVFP_QjWTXA1Hj-qwcIIMM/
Most members begin with the free A1 course and our free live events, then go further when they're ready:
* Semi-private courses, A1 to B2. Ten-week sessions capped at five students, so you actually speak and get corrected every class, on a clear path where you always know what to work on next.
* The Momentum Lab. A 10-week speaking-performance program with recorded checkpoints, so you can see your fluency and confidence improve, proof, not promises.
* Our book club, Liseurs et Raconteurs. The Francophone world one book at a time, starting with seven Québécois authors, and growing in 2027 into a paid Québec-literature course with Librairie Pantoute.
* Immersion experiences. Small-group trips lived entirely in French, from Quebec City to Nice, Paris, and beyond.
Whatever brought you to French, you're welcome.
See you at an event soon. ツ
— François Normandeau
Founder, The French Club
Meetup hub → https://www.meetup.com/pro/learning-speaking-french/
Upcoming events
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French Conversations with Gaffar — for B1 & B2 learners ONLY
·OnlineOnline⭐ French Conversations with Gaffar — for B1 & B2 learners ONLY ⭐
Conversations in French with Gaffar (a French learner based in Dubai). Practice French with other French learners.
MINIMUM LEVEL OF FRENCH REQUIRED: B1 or B2 level in French IS NECESSARY & REQUIRED in order to attend, PLEASE note that if you can barely talk in French, you will be
asked to not participate in these events hosted by Gaffar.Whether you can speak somewhat easily or with some difficulty,
this is a fun and relaxed way to practice and improve your French
with other French speakers based in different countries.Gaffar is a serious student, already well established in the UAE, working in the accounting field. His desire to improve in French is noticeable and he'd like to use these practice sessions in order to raise his oral comprehension and oral expression. Other learners are welcome. Gaffar wants to practice and improve and this can be a fantastic opportunity for others to join and have a conversation in French.
***
Sujets de discussion:
1. Politique
• Les gouvernements devraient-ils limiter l’utilisation des réseaux sociaux ?
• Le vote devrait-il être obligatoire ?
• Les jeunes s’intéressent-ils suffisamment à la politique ?
• Faut-il donner plus de pouvoir aux organisations internationales ?
• La transparence politique est-elle réellement respectée ?2. Voyage
• Voyager est-il une nécessité ou un luxe ?
• Le tourisme de masse est-il bénéfique ou nuisible ?
• Vaut-il mieux voyager seul ou en groupe ?
• Les voyages contribuent-ils à l’ouverture d’esprit ?
• Faut-il limiter les voyages pour protéger l’environnement ?3. Vie quotidienne
• Le rythme de vie moderne est-il trop stressant ?
• Faut-il privilégier la vie en ville ou à la campagne ?
• Les nouvelles technologies améliorent-elles notre quotidien ?
• Est-il important d’avoir une routine ?
• La consommation excessive est-elle un problème dans notre société ?4. Éducation
• L’école prépare-t-elle vraiment au monde du travail ?
• Faut-il supprimer les examens ?
• L’apprentissage en ligne est-il aussi efficace que l’apprentissage en classe ?
• Les parents doivent-ils être plus impliqués dans l’éducation ?
• Faut-il enseigner plus de compétences pratiques à l’école ?5.Télétravail
• Le télétravail est-il plus efficace que le travail au bureau ?
• Le télétravail nuit-il aux relations professionnelles ?
• Faut-il rendre le télétravail obligatoire dans certaines situations ?
• Le télétravail améliore-t-il l’équilibre entre vie professionnelle et personnelle ?
• Les entreprises doivent-elles continuer à proposer le télétravail après la pandémie ?5.Ambiance dans les bureaux
• Une bonne ambiance au travail est-elle essentielle à la productivité ?
• Les managers doivent-ils être proches de leurs employés ?
• Les conflits au travail sont-ils inévitables ?
• Faut-il privilégier le travail en équipe ou individuel ?
• Les entreprises doivent-elles investir dans le bien-être des employés ?***
Participants: 10 participants maximum.
You need to have a B1 or B2 level in French in order to join.If you are a native French speaker, we kindly ask you not to join, as space is limited and our focus is assisting learners.
***
Google Meet Link: https://meet.google.com/ihz-svxv-smj
Please turn your camera on during the session,
for a more engaging experience.***
Important: No-Show Policy for Gaffar’s Meetings
Please note that The French Club (Montreal)’s no-show policy applies to all events including this.
If you book a spot and do not attend and do not cancel in advance, it counts as a no-show. After two no-shows, you will be removed from The French Club (Montreal) Meetup group.
If you book, please either attend or cancel before the meeting so someone else can take the spot. Thank you for your cooperation.
***
About The French Club
The French Club is a global French-learning community focused on real, practical fluency. Founded in September 2024, it has grown into 24 international Meetup chapters across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with 36,000+ members and a structured curriculum built in-house (200 modules, from A1 to B2, about 4,000 pages).
Here on Meetup, you’ll find our FREE live events including the full 10-week A1-B1 courses, A1-B1 homework sessions, student-led events, and occasional special sessions with partner companies.
You’ll also see free learning events hosted by members of our teaching team, community leaders, and student collaborators.If you’re looking for a more guided experience, we also offer paid options on our website (https://www.frenchclub.net) such as semi-private group classes (A1 to B2), the 'Atelier de Conversation', various other workshops for different language skills, and French immersion experiences (Nice in Dec. 2026, Montreal and Quebec city in 2027, etc.).
Our long-term home is https://www.frenchclub.net
Free events are still featured on Meetup but the above mentioned paid options are only available on our website. Come and take a look!See you at an event soon! ⭐
— François Normandeau
Founder, The French ClubOur MeetUp hub:
https://www.meetup.com/pro/learning-speaking-french/Our language learning platform:
https://www.frenchclub.net/***
10 attendees
📝 Writing Practice Workshop with Gabriel 📚
·OnlineOnline📝 Writing Practice Workshop with Gabriel 📚
Join Gabriel, one of our B2-level student collaborators, and your other fellow French clubbers in this event if you would like to practice focused writing in French!
To find the meeting link and passcode, please read the FULL description.
During this workshop, attendees will have access to a document listing the topics shown in the Format section below. Two of them are inspired by the TCF exam format. The third is a paragraph rich in grammatical structures to be incorporated (direct/indirect objects, various verb tenses, relative clauses, conditionals, etc.).
Gabriel is NOT a French teacher or examiner. There will be no teacher/examiner present to give professional feedback.
***
Format:
- A subject
- An opinion/point of view
- A translation***
Objective:
Set aside a moment in the day to be present and write. For some, carving out time for that purpose is itself a challenge.***
Structure:
- 5 to 10 min to introduce and welcome attendees
- 30 to 40 min for writing
- 10 min for reading, for anyone who feels like sharing
- Final thoughts and end of the session***
Notes:
- No one is obligated to share their text
- Anyone, at any level, is welcome
- The host is not a professional teacher in any language
- The event will be held in English
- Students with A2 level or higher can participate comfortably.***
Event Details
Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7954470291
Meeting ID : 795 447 0291
Passcode: frenchclubThese meetings with Gabriel are free.
We look forward to seeing you there! 😎
***
About The French Club
The French Club is a global French-learning community focused on real, practical fluency. Founded in September 2024, it has grown into 24 international Meetup chapters across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with 36,000+ members and a structured curriculum built in-house (200 modules, from A1 to B2, about 4,000 pages).
Here on Meetup, you’ll find our FREE live events including the full 10-week A1-B1 courses, A1-B1 homework sessions, student-led events, and occasional special events.
You’ll also see free learning events hosted by members of our teaching team, community leaders, and student collaborators.If you’re looking for a more guided experience, we also offer paid options on our website (https://www.frenchclub.net) such as semi-private group classes (A1 to B2), the 'Atelier de Conversation', the 'Atelier de Prononciation', the Momentum Lab, various other workshops for different language skills, and French immersion experiences (Nice in Dec. 2026, Quebec city in 2027, etc.).
Our long-term home is our website https://www.frenchclub.net.
Free events are still featured on Meetup but the above mentioned paid options are only available on our website. Come and take a look!See you at an event soon! ⭐
— François Normandeau
Founder, The French ClubThe French Club — Academic Program Fall 2026
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gSPYxjFOoFDOCYLSkgU3UgWAWjl7nTHatB_snvM6GA0/Our MeetUp hub:
https://www.meetup.com/pro/learning-speaking-french/Our language learning platform:
https://www.frenchclub.net/***
2 attendeesFrench Conversations with Gaffar — for B1 & B2 learners ONLY
·OnlineOnline⭐ French Conversations with Gaffar — for B1 & B2 learners ONLY ⭐
Conversations in French with Gaffar (a French learner based in Dubai). Practice French with other French learners.
MINIMUM LEVEL OF FRENCH REQUIRED: B1 or B2 level in French IS NECESSARY & REQUIRED in order to attend, PLEASE note that if you can barely talk in French, you will be
asked to not participate in these events hosted by Gaffar.Whether you can speak somewhat easily or with some difficulty,
this is a fun and relaxed way to practice and improve your French
with other French speakers based in different countries.Gaffar is a serious student, already well established in the UAE, working in the accounting field. His desire to improve in French is noticeable and he'd like to use these practice sessions in order to raise his oral comprehension and oral expression. Other learners are welcome. Gaffar wants to practice and improve and this can be a fantastic opportunity for others to join and have a conversation in French.
***
Sujets de discussion:
1. Politique
• Les gouvernements devraient-ils limiter l’utilisation des réseaux sociaux ?
• Le vote devrait-il être obligatoire ?
• Les jeunes s’intéressent-ils suffisamment à la politique ?
• Faut-il donner plus de pouvoir aux organisations internationales ?
• La transparence politique est-elle réellement respectée ?2. Voyage
• Voyager est-il une nécessité ou un luxe ?
• Le tourisme de masse est-il bénéfique ou nuisible ?
• Vaut-il mieux voyager seul ou en groupe ?
• Les voyages contribuent-ils à l’ouverture d’esprit ?
• Faut-il limiter les voyages pour protéger l’environnement ?3. Vie quotidienne
• Le rythme de vie moderne est-il trop stressant ?
• Faut-il privilégier la vie en ville ou à la campagne ?
• Les nouvelles technologies améliorent-elles notre quotidien ?
• Est-il important d’avoir une routine ?
• La consommation excessive est-elle un problème dans notre société ?4. Éducation
• L’école prépare-t-elle vraiment au monde du travail ?
• Faut-il supprimer les examens ?
• L’apprentissage en ligne est-il aussi efficace que l’apprentissage en classe ?
• Les parents doivent-ils être plus impliqués dans l’éducation ?
• Faut-il enseigner plus de compétences pratiques à l’école ?5.Télétravail
• Le télétravail est-il plus efficace que le travail au bureau ?
• Le télétravail nuit-il aux relations professionnelles ?
• Faut-il rendre le télétravail obligatoire dans certaines situations ?
• Le télétravail améliore-t-il l’équilibre entre vie professionnelle et personnelle ?
• Les entreprises doivent-elles continuer à proposer le télétravail après la pandémie ?5.Ambiance dans les bureaux
• Une bonne ambiance au travail est-elle essentielle à la productivité ?
• Les managers doivent-ils être proches de leurs employés ?
• Les conflits au travail sont-ils inévitables ?
• Faut-il privilégier le travail en équipe ou individuel ?
• Les entreprises doivent-elles investir dans le bien-être des employés ?***
Participants: 10 participants maximum.
You need to have a B1 or B2 level in French in order to join.If you are a native French speaker, we kindly ask you not to join, as space is limited and our focus is assisting learners.
***
Google Meet Link: https://meet.google.com/ihz-svxv-smj
Please turn your camera on during the session,
for a more engaging experience.***
Important: No-Show Policy for Gaffar’s Meetings
Please note that The French Club (Montreal)’s no-show policy applies to all events including this.
If you book a spot and do not attend and do not cancel in advance, it counts as a no-show. After two no-shows, you will be removed from The French Club (Montreal) Meetup group.
If you book, please either attend or cancel before the meeting so someone else can take the spot. Thank you for your cooperation.
***
About The French Club
The French Club is a global French-learning community focused on real, practical fluency. Founded in September 2024, it has grown into 24 international Meetup chapters across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with 36,000+ members and a structured curriculum built in-house (200 modules, from A1 to B2, about 4,000 pages).
Here on Meetup, you’ll find our FREE live events including the full 10-week A1-B1 courses, A1-B1 homework sessions, student-led events, and occasional special sessions with partner companies.
You’ll also see free learning events hosted by members of our teaching team, community leaders, and student collaborators.If you’re looking for a more guided experience, we also offer paid options on our website (https://www.frenchclub.net) such as semi-private group classes (A1 to B2), the 'Atelier de Conversation', various other workshops for different language skills, and French immersion experiences (Nice in Dec. 2026, Montreal and Quebec city in 2027, etc.).
Our long-term home is https://www.frenchclub.net
Free events are still featured on Meetup but the above mentioned paid options are only available on our website. Come and take a look!See you at an event soon! ⭐
— François Normandeau
Founder, The French ClubOur MeetUp hub:
https://www.meetup.com/pro/learning-speaking-french/Our language learning platform:
https://www.frenchclub.net/***
6 attendees
French Between the Lines: Your Window into the French-Speaking World
·OnlineOnlineFrench Between the Lines: Your Window into the French-Speaking World
Do you enjoy exploring meaningful topics and current events while improving your French in a practical way?Join us for a dynamic and interactive workshop where French comes to life through real online articles, as we take turns reading them in French and translating them into English, and vice versa.
This workshop is for A2-B2 learners although the content used will be B1–B2 level.
Each session offers a unique opportunity to experience French beyond textbooks, by engaging with a wide range of topics including art, culture, society, lifestyle, international news, and more. Whatever your interests are, there is something for everyone.
***
What to Expect
This free weekly workshop is designed primarily for A2 and B1 learners who want to strengthen their reading comprehension, speaking ability, and ability to translate their thoughts from English to French, in a structured and supportive environment. Beginners will also benefit by hearing French read aloud and broken down into clear English.As participants gain confidence, English articles may also be read and translated into French. These sessions aim to build confidence in reading, pronunciation, and vocabulary by understanding words and expressions in context.
Beginners are welcome to attend, listen, and benefit from exposure to spoken French and guided explanations.
***
How the Workshops Work
- Participants take turns reading short engaging French articles aloud.
- Sentences are translated and discussed as a group including clarification of meaning and vocabulary review.
- Participants may summarize ideas in their own words (in French or English) or react to the content to spark discussion and deepen understanding.
- A short “focus point” is introduced each session (grammar, expressions, sentence structure, or cultural nuance) emphasizing how everyday concepts and ideas are expressed differently in French.
- The emphasis is not on word-for-word translation, but on expressing meaning naturally and clearly.
- The sessions will conclude with a brief time for conversation about the article, prompted by discussion questions.
***
Event Details
Schedule: Every Friday
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (New York time)
Duration: 10 weeks
Dates: September 19 to November 20, 2026
Zoom link: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/82917921669
Meeting ID: 829 1792 1669
Passcode: DwQ7hZ
Group Size: Maximum 12 participantsLanguage & Level
• Main Level: A2-B2 but content used will be B1–B2.
• Beginners are welcome to observe and learn.
• The session is conducted in both French and English***
Workshop Goals
- Become more comfortable with the natural flow and rhythm of French.
- Expand vocabulary through meaningful real-world context.
- Learn to decode French phrases and translate ideas naturally.
- Strengthen reading, speaking, and comprehension skills
- Improve communication skills and build overall confidence.
***
Important Notes
• Please arrive on time to ensure a smooth start
• Active participation is encouraged but never forced
• A respectful and supportive atmosphere is essential***
Step into French “between the lines” and discover how meaning, culture, and language come together.
We look forward to seeing you there.
***
About The French Club
The French Club is a global French-learning community focused on real, practical fluency. Founded in September 2024, it has grown into 24 international Meetup chapters across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, with 35,000+ members and a structured curriculum built in-house (200 modules, from A1 to B2, about 4,000 pages).
Here on Meetup, you’ll find our FREE live events including the full 10-week A1-B1 courses, A1-B1 homework sessions, student-led events, and occasional special events.
You’ll also see free learning events hosted by members of our teaching team, community leaders, and student collaborators.
If you’re looking for a more guided experience, we also offer paid options on our website (https://www.frenchclub.net) such as semi-private group classes (A1 to B2), the 'Atelier de Conversation', the 'Atelier de Prononciation', the Momentum Lab, various other workshops for different language skills, and French immersion experiences (Nice in Dec. 2026, Quebec city in 2027, etc.).
Our long-term home is our website https://www.frenchclub.net.
Free events are still featured on Meetup but the above mentioned paid options are only available on our website. Come and take a look!See you at an event soon! ⭐
— François Normandeau
Founder, The French ClubThe French Club — Academic Program Fall 2026
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gSPYxjFOoFDOCYLSkgU3UgWAWjl7nTHatB_snvM6GA0/Our MeetUp hub:
https://www.meetup.com/pro/learning-speaking-french/Our language learning platform:
https://www.frenchclub.net/***
4 attendees
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