Becoming you in French
A 3-Month Private Program
You understand a lot of French.
But when you speak, you don’t quite recognize yourself.
You hesitate. You translate in your head.
You rearrange sentences mid-thought.
Your brain can’t quite keep up.
You sound more limited than you really are.
You don’t feel like yourself in French.
That gap can be frustrating.
This program is for that stage.
Not beginners. Not already fully fluent.
You’ve gathered the pieces.
Now it’s time to bring them together.
There’s more of you waiting to come alive in French.
Who This Is For
This is for upper beginner and intermediate learners who:
– Can communicate the basics, but freeze when trying to really express yourself
– Struggle to assemble your thoughts naturally in real time
– Feel stuck at a plateau – and unsure what to focus on next
– Want real structure and accountability
– Are ready to commit for three months
My Approach
I don’t see language as neat A2 or B1 boxes.
Fluency isn’t about reaching a certain level on paper. It’s about feeling like yourself when you speak.
Most learners are stronger in some areas,
and blocked in others.
I’ve worked with hundreds of learners over the years, and I see this pattern constantly.
Maybe your comprehension is solid, but your sentence structure feels messy.
Or maybe you avoid certain tenses.
Maybe you know the rule, but can’t access it quickly enough when speaking.
We’ll identify exactly where your French feels uncertain, and build a personalized plan from there.
What We’ll Work On
Over three months, we will:
– Diagnose your specific weak points
– Strengthen sentence structure and flow
– Build layered, nuanced sentences that reflect how you actually think
– Practice real-life speaking and listening situations so conversations feel fluid, not rehearsed
– Reduce hesitation so your sentences flow without second-guessing
– Build speed and confidence
The goal is simple:
Longer, clearer sentences.
More ease in conversation.
Less second-guessing.
Becoming fully you in French.
How It Works
– Weekly 60-minute 1:1 online sessions via Zoom
– A personalized roadmap tailored to your level, goals and interests
– Direct access to me between sessions for questions and guidance
– Detailed feedback on written and spoken work
– Post-session progress reports
– Customized exercises based on your recurring patterns
– Voice note corrections between sessions to help you internalize rhythm and flow
– Ongoing accountability and structure
– 12 weeks of focused, structured membership
Why I Created This
There was a moment in my own French journey when I realized I understood a lot… but I didn’t quite feel “fluent.”
I could get by. I could hold basic conversations. But something still felt unfinished.
I remember not feeling fully like myself in French: Less quick. Less nuanced. Less expressive.
That gap between who you are and how you sound can be deeply frustrating.
I know that plateau well.
And I know how different it feels when things finally click.
This program is the kind of focused, structured support I wish I had at that stage.
Investment
€2,000 for 3 months of private 1:1 online coaching.
50% deposit to secure your spot.
Remaining balance due before the program begins.
Applications close March 1st.
Only 5 private spots available.
The program begins in March and sessions are scheduled individually upon acceptance.