⭐ THE 5-DAY CONFIDENCE BREAKTHROUGH: BORDEAUX 2026 ⭐

French Immersion Experiences in 2026

⭐ MONTRÉAL (March 16–20) ⭐
Speed it Up: daily conversation workshops + real-life immersion.
https://www.meetup.com/the-french-club-montreal/events/312669341/

⭐ QUÉBEC CITY (June 10–12) ⭐
Old Québec on foot: culture, community, confidence.
https://www.meetup.com/the-french-club-montreal/events/312399148/

⭐ BORDEAUX (Aug 31–Sept 4) ⭐
Confidence Breakthrough: get unstuck with guided speaking immersion.
https://www.meetup.com/the-french-club-montreal/events/312577280/

⭐ Nice (Dec 7-11) ⭐
French Riviera: boost your French in 5 unforgettable days in France.
https://www.meetup.com/the-french-club-montreal/events/312903493/

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⭐ THE 5-DAY CONFIDENCE BREAKTHROUGH: BORDEAUX 2026 ⭐

Stop "studying" French in a basement or on an app. Come live it in the vineyards of Saint-Émilion. If you’ve reached a plateau, this is how you break it.

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DATES: Monday, Aug 31 – Friday, Sept 4, 2026
HOME BASE: Bordeaux, France
GROUP SIZE: Max 9 travelers

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SECURE YOUR SPOT WITH A $250 DEPOSIT

You can lock in your participation today with a $250 USD deposit rather than the full amount. This ensures your spot is reserved while giving you time to plan your travel.

Note: These 9 spots are being promoted across 13 different French Club chapters and on Substack. Once the 9 deposits are in, the event will close.

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SPECIAL MEETUP PRICING AND MARKET VALUE

Regardless of where it is advertised, a fair and professional price for a 5-day specialized coaching immersion in a premium location like Bordeaux is $1,250 USD (tuition and coaching only).

However, I am offering a $300 Meetup Member Discount, which brings the final price to $950 USD. This is my way of rewarding the community that supports The French Club.

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EXCLUSIVE BONUSES INCLUDED FOR 2026

To ensure you get the most out of this experience, all participants receive:

• The Bordeaux Wine Masterclass: A two-part live online workshop held before the trip covering the history, geography, and vocabulary of Bordeaux wines.
• The Bordeaux Insider’s Wine Guide: A handy bilingual (English/French) document to use in restaurants and wineries so you can order and taste like a local.
• The 21-Day Momentum Plan: A pre-trip guide to help you warm up your French skills so you arrive feeling ready and confident.

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BUDGET REALITY CHECK

To help you plan with confidence, here is an estimated total trip cost (including lodging, food, and the coaching fee): $1,800 – $2,300 USD. Knowing the full range helps you stay in control of your budget. Flights not included.

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LODGING ASSISTANCE

Immediately upon booking your spot, I will provide you with a "Recommended Hotels & Airbnbs" list to help you find the perfect home base in the heart of Bordeaux.

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WHY THIS IMMERSION WORKS

Perfect for solo travelers—you’ll arrive alone but leave with a supportive community of 8 new friends. Based on reflections from our recent trip to Nice, this experience is built on four pillars:

• A Lived Cultural Connection: Connect language to real contexts—local markets, wine culture, and historic landscapes.
• The Power of Community: A shared journey in a safe, warm environment where you feel comfortable taking risks.
• A Shift in Confidence: Move from "studying" French to realizing it is something you can live in and through.
• Personal Growth: Resilience and maturity gained from navigating a new culture with a supportive group.

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THE DAILY JOURNEY: BORDEAUX & SURROUNDING REGIONS

• Day 1 (Mon, Aug 31): Bordeaux on Foot + First Group Lunch. Orientation and practical needs (SIM cards/shopping).
• Day 2 (Tue, Sept 1): Vineyard Outing (Médoc region). Practice listening and asking questions in a real-world setting.
• Day 3 (Wed, Sept 2): Bordeaux Culture + Group Lunch. City walk and museums or shopping.
• Day 4 (Thu, Sept 3): Saint-Émilion Outing. A prestigious region for a major confidence jump.
• Day 5 (Fri, Sept 4): Final Reflections + Momentum. Plan how to keep your progress going once home.

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LOGISTICS AND PRACTICAL DETAILS

Logistics made easy: I will guide the group on which trains to take or how we will book our own rides together, so you never have to worry about the "how"—only the "French."

My Role: I am your linguistic coach, French teacher, guide and interpreter and I'll act as the cultural bridge. I handle the group's learning flow and coaching, while participants maintain independence for personal travel. Available 10 hours/day (8:00 am–6:00 pm).

Coaching Fee Only: The $950 USD fee covers 5 days of coaching, the pre-trip workshops, and the wine guide.

Not included: Flights, lodging, all meals, airport transfers, transportation (trains, buses, uber service) and personal expenses.

Transportation & Entry Fees: I do not provide Uber rides, train tickets, or vineyard/museum entry fees. We navigate these as a group, but each participant pays their own way.

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PAYMENT AND REGISTRATION

1. Stripe $950 USD payment link:
https://buy.stripe.com/aFa28saJfgAf9vgfnAgbm09

2. PayPal: @M2TradingUniversity

3. Interac E-Transfer (Canada): f_normandeau@protonmail.com

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REFUND POLICY

• Full refund if canceled on or before July 31, 2026.
• Partial refund ($450 USD) if canceled between Aug 1 and Aug 15, 2026.
• No refund if canceled on or after Aug 16, 2026.

— François Normandeau
Founder, The French Club

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