FRENCH IMMERSION – NORTHERN BEACHES

Immerse Yourself in French on Sydney’s Northern Beaches!

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MONDAY 14 – WEDNESDAY 16 APRIL 2025

Join us for an unforgettable three-day French immersion experience in one of Sydney’s most stunning coastal regions! This immersion is conducted entirely in French, offering a unique opportunity to boost your fluency while enjoying carefully curated activities, engaging lessons, and delicious French cuisine.

You’ll explore Manly, Mona Vale, Avalon and Newport, discovering local history, art, and gastronomy through guided experiences, all in the company of fellow French learners and expert instructors from French à la Carte. With small-group classes, hands-on workshops led by native French professionals, and meals in authentic French restaurants, this immersion is the perfect blend of learning and leisure.

Whether you're looking to refine your conversational skills, gain cultural insights, or simply experience the joy of speaking French in real-life settings, this immersion promises to be enriching, fun, and unforgettable!

What is a French à la Carte Immersion?

A French à la Carte immersion is a unique experience designed to fully engage participants in the French language and culture.

Over the course of three days, you will be surrounded by French conversation, guided activities, and hands-on experiences that enhance your fluency and confidence.

This immersion is conducted entirely in French and is best suited for participants with a B1 level or above, ensuring a truly enriching linguistic and cultural journey.

If you are below B1, please register your interest here. We're planning immersions for Elementary levels later in the year.

PROGRAMME

DAY 1 – Monday 14 April - MANLY

9am | Icebreaker Café Gathering

Start your immersion experience with a friendly coffee session to get to know your fellow participants and warm up your French conversation skills.

10am | Guided Walk with Véronique

Discover Manly and the Northern Beaches’ rich history and stunning coastal landscapes through a guided walk in French. Starting from the old Manly Town Hall, we will explore Fairlight, Eastern Hill, The Bower, and loop back to the Corso and Manly Beach while learning many interesting facts and anecdotes about the presence of French people and culture in this part of Sydney. 

Lunch  | Free Time

Choose from many of the cafés and restaurants available in Manly's Corso -- including a French crêperie!

2pm | French Art Class

Join us for an exclusive painting workshop at Paint in French studio in Manly! Inspired by iconic French artists, this immersive session includes a guided presentation by Corinne of one French painter, followed by a hands-on acrylic painting session. Each participant will create their own masterpiece to take home. No art experience needed, pas de panique ! 

6pm | Apéritif at a local Manly bar

Unwind with a pre-dinner drink in a relaxed atmosphere

7pm | Dinner at Hemingway’s in Manly

Enjoy a delicious dinner of shared entrées, main courses, and desserts at this charming French bistro by the sea. Our favorite restaurant on the Beaches! 

DAY 2 – Tuesday 15 April - MONA VALE

9am | French Class with FALC teachers

Engage in an interactive French class tailored to improve your fluency and confidence in speaking, hosted ion our Mona Vale School.

Lunch | Free Time

Explore Mona Vale’s many French bakeries, cafés, and boutiques at your leisure.

2pm | French Pastry Workshop with Vanessa from VLJ Pastry

Indulge in a gourmet pastry-making experience! Vanessa will embark you on a culinary journey in this pastry workshop en français where you'll learn patisserie techniques that are easy to reproduce at home but will definitely impress your guests.
No experience needed.

7pm | Dinner at La Bouitte in North Willoughby

Savor a refined three-course French dinner with multiple entrées, mains, and dessert choices.

DAY 3 – AVALON - MONA VALE - NEWPORT

9am | Pétanque at Avalon Bowlo

Join the local pétanque club for a fun and friendly game in a relaxed setting.

Lunch | Free Time

Choose from a variety of nearby cafés and restaurants.

2pm | French Class with FALC teachers

A second engaging session to deepen your French language skills, hosted in Mona Vale.

4:30pm | Fun Wine Tasting Trivia with Pierre from Stay N Sip

Enjoy an interactive wine-tasting experience with a fun trivia component, discovering French wines in a relaxed atmosphere.

7pm | Dinner at Bert’s, Newport

End your immersion with a gourmet dining experience at Bert’s, a stylish waterfront venue offering exquisite French-inspired cuisine.

TOTAL COST: $1,350

Deposit to secure your booking: $500

Spaces are limited - Book your spot today!
Bookings are on a first come first serve basis. We will reserve your spot once we receive payment of the deposit.

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Transportation

To make travel easy and convenient, a minivan service will provide daily pick-ups and drop-offs at two meeting points: St Ives, because many of our students live in this area) & Manly.
This allows participants to relax and fully enjoy their immersion experience without the hassle of transportation logistics.

Accommodation

French à la Carte will not organise accommodation for this immersion, as many participants are based in Sydney or have local connections.
However, for those seeking accommodation, we highly recommend Manly Pacific Hotel for its amazing location and stunning ocean views.

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More info

Email us at info@frenchalacarte.com.au or call us at 0400 141 370 for further details about this immersion.

Cancellation Policy

Full payment is required by March 20th.

Cancellation before March 20th: the full deposit will be forfeited

Cancellation after March 21st: no refund possible