ABC Languages is a language learning school that offers group classes for adults and private instruction. With flexible enrollment packages and a focus on individual learning needs, ABC Languages aims to inspire and facilitate language learning.
Take your Spanish skills to the next level with ABC Languages as you dive into the preterite tense and strengthen your conversation skills. Join our interactive online group classes to build vocabulary and engage in verbal interactions. Get ready to speak Spanish with confidence! ¡Hasta pronto!
Next start date:
Saturday, Mar 23rd, 9–10:30am Eastern Time
Take your Spanish conversation skills to the next level and master the imperfect, future, and conditional tenses. Join our interactive online classes and immerse yourself in real-life situations to enhance your vocabulary and fluency. Get ready to speak confidently in Spanish. ¡Hasta pronto!
Next start date:
Monday, Mar 25th, 5:30–7pm Eastern Time
Embark on an exciting language journey and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Spanish with our expert instructors. Get ready to unlock the doors to a new culture and learn basic conversation skills in just 6 weeks. Join us today at ABC Languages and take the first step towards becoming fluent in Spanish!
Next start date:
Thursday, Apr 4th, 6–7:30pm Eastern Time
Learn to build your communication skills and master irregular verbs in our Spanish Beginner 2 course at ABC Languages. Our interactive and conversation-focused approach will help you become confident in speaking Spanish. Join us and start your Spanish language journey today!
Next start date:
Saturday, Mar 23rd, 10:30am–12pm Eastern Time
Immerse yourself in the beautiful language of Italian and discover a whole new world of communication. Join our engaging and interactive group classes designed for students with no background in Italian. Let our professional teachers guide you on your language-learning journey and unlock the doors to conversations and connections.
Next start date:
Monday, Mar 25th, 5:30–7pm Eastern Time
Take your Spanish skills to the next level with our interactive and engaging online classes. Enhance your fluency, accuracy, and vocabulary while focusing on conversation. Join our community and start speaking Spanish with confidence!
Next start date:
Tuesday, Mar 26th, 9–10:30am Eastern Time
Embark on an immersive language journey and unlock the beauty of the French language. Discover a new world of communication with our engaging and professional teachers at ABC Languages. Get ready to experience the joy of speaking French fluently.
Next start date:
Wednesday, Mar 27th, 6–7:30pm Eastern Time
Learn German and improve your communication skills with ABC Languages' German Beginner 2 course. Build on your knowledge of regular verbs and noun cases as you dive into irregular verbs and conversation practice. Join our online classes and immerse yourself in the German language.
Next start date:
Tuesday, Mar 26th, 7:30–9pm Eastern Time
Immerse yourself in fluent French conversation and expand your vocabulary with ABC Languages. Take your language skills to the next level and become a confident French speaker. Enhance your fluency today!
Next start date:
Wednesday, Mar 27th, 4–5:30pm Eastern Time
Immerse yourself in the Italian language with ABC Languages and take your language skills to the next level. Build upon your foundation in Italian grammar and conversation with our interactive and engaging online classes. Join us today and start speaking Italian with confidence.
Next start date:
Saturday, Mar 23rd, 9–10:30am Eastern Time
Take your Arabic skills to the next level and immerse yourself in conversational practice with our interactive online classes. Join our community of language learners and start speaking Arabic confidently today.
Next start date:
Monday, Mar 25th, 7–8:30pm Eastern Time
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the French language as you master complex tenses and elevate your conversational skills. Join our interactive online French course and take your language proficiency to the next level. À bientôt!
Next start date:
Tuesday, Mar 26th, 6–7:30pm Eastern Time
Learn Polish at ABC Languages and achieve fluency with our customized program tailored to your individual needs and goals. Our expert instructors will guide you to success in your language journey. Join our community and embark on an exciting Polish learning experience today!
Next start date:
Monday, Apr 1st, 12–12pm Eastern Time
Learn Hindi at your own pace with personalized lessons designed just for you. Join our online program and get matched with a professional instructor who will help you achieve your language learning goals. Namaste and welcome to the ABC Languages community!
Next start date:
Monday, Apr 1st, 12–12pm Eastern Time
Take your Portuguese skills to the next level with our interactive online classes. Perfect for those comfortable with the indicative tenses and ready to tackle the conditional and subjunctive. Join our vibrant community and start speaking confidently today!
Next start date:
Tuesday, Mar 26th, 6–7:30pm Eastern Time
Discover the perfect way to enhance your Russian language skills with personalized lessons tailored to your specific needs and goals. Join a community of passionate learners at ABC Languages and experience the joy of mastering the Russian language. Privyetand Welcome!
Next start date:
Monday, Apr 1st, 12–12pm Eastern Time
Take your Mandarin skills to the next level with customized online lessons. Our professional instructors will craft a curriculum tailored to your learning needs and goals. Start your Mandarin learning journey today at ABC Languages!
Next start date:
Monday, Apr 1st, 12–12pm Eastern Time
Learn Portuguese from the comfort of your own home with personalized lessons tailored to your needs and goals. Our experienced instructors at ABC Languages will guide you through an immersive online program, helping you to build your Portuguese skills in no time. Join us and become part of the vibrant ABC Languages community!
Next start date:
Monday, Apr 1st, 12–12pm Eastern Time
Master the language of love with personalized French lessons from ABC Languages. Whether you prefer one-on-one instruction or group lessons with friends and family, our experienced instructors will create a curriculum tailored specifically to your needs and goals. Start your language journey today with ABC Languages!
Next start date:
Monday, Apr 1st, 12–12pm Eastern Time
Learn Spanish from the comfort of your own home with personalized lessons tailored to your needs and goals at ABC Languages. Whether you prefer one-on-one instruction or want to form a small group with friends and family, our team of language experts will match you with a professional Spanish instructor who will design a curriculum just for you. Start your Spanish learning journey today!
Next start date:
Monday, Apr 1st, 12–12pm Eastern Time
We know from experience that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to education. Learning a language is about forging your own path at your pace in an environment that, not only encourages, but inspires you. In fact, that is the beauty of it and why we are so passionate about sharing that. We offer group classes for adults and private instruction for students of all ages. In every instance, our goal is to help our students craft a program that best meets their learning needs. In addition to our regular private and group classes, we provide programs for schools, corporations and government agencies as well as dialect coaching for film, television and theater.
Some Highlights of Our Group Programs:
Flexible Enrollment Packages: We offer 6, 8 and 12-week packages for most of our group classes so you can decide how long you want to study.
On-Going Classes: Once a group class starts, it is ongoing as long as there are enough students.
Easy Change Policy: If you find that the pace or schedule of your class is not working for you, no problem! With our open admission policy we are almost always able to find an alternate class for you no matter where you are in your enrollment package.
Who We Are
Founders: ABC Languages has been teaching New Yorkers 20+ languages for over 20 years. ABC was founded by polyglots and language enthusiasts Elizabeth Lunney Zackheim and Rachel Meyer who set out to create a place where students want to learn and teachers want to teach. ABC now serves thousands of students every year in New York, San Francisco, Menlo Park, Westchester/Fairfield Counties, New Jersey, Boston and Washington DC.
About Our Students: At ABC, your goals and your learning process are our priority. Some students come looking for a quick course to prepare for a trip. Others just want to spend a few months gaining or refreshing language skills or dive in for a 25-hour per week intensive in preparation for a move abroad. Then others are here to make this an ongoing practice for self-enrichment. The point is, this is your journey and every single person at ABC Languages wants to help you facilitate that journey.
About Our Teachers: Our teachers are our community and we are lucky and proud to work with such a wonderful, talented and international group of people. ABC teachers are passionate about what they do. Most of our 100+ instructors have been working with us for more than 5 years. Every single one brings their own flavor and the best of themselves to the classroom. Having multiple methods at their disposal enables them to design a creative and learner-centric environment where they can have a direct dialogue with you, the student, and cater their approach to meet your particular learning needs and goals.
Reviews of ABC Languages
(4.4-star rating across
383 reviews)
Spanish - Total Beginner
Reviewed by John D. on 3/7/2024
Our instructor wasn't very good.
Arabic - Total Beginner
Anonymous review on 12/26/2023
Unfortunately the teacher was not very flexible or good with beginners. There was little opportunity to understand how a pronunciation was incorrect, the words were just repeated at the same speed over and over and so students had little improvement. Class exercises were seldom and ineffectively used. I got more from self study of the book than I did from class. Can’t recommend this teacher and I am continuing my Arabic studies at another language school.
Spanish - Total Beginner
Anonymous review on 11/30/2023
Our teacher, Angel Haya, was extremely engaging and interactive. He did an amazing job with following up with our class to provide homework and make the class a fun and educational experience.
Spanish - Total Beginner
Anonymous review on 11/29/2023
I liked the teacher and I liked the class!
This was my first class with you and it wasn’t perfect but it was. Ery very good!
Spanish - Total Beginner
Reviewed by Chaicharn L. on 11/19/2023
I love every minute of the learning experience with Clara. Clara esta inteligente e interesante. I learned how to pronunce the words correctly, I learned how to conjugate verbs "estar" and "ser". I learned many new useful Spanish words that I intent to use in my work settings. I like it so much that I am signing up for more lessons.
French Conversation Practice (High Beginner)
Anonymous review on 9/28/2023
The class was interesting and low stress. The instructor was friendly and patient. She knew just the right moments to drop in with a helpful tip or correction. She also always provided the reason for the correction.
Spanish Conversation Practice (Intermediate/Advanced)
Reviewed by Brittany M. on 8/16/2023
The instructor was great. The class was small, only 2 students including me. I appreciated the immediate feedback and corrections as well as the dialogue. I will take another class soon.
Spanish - Total Beginner
Reviewed by GINA G. on 8/15/2023
Israel is a wonderful teacher and I’ve had such a great learning Spanish. I absolutely will continue with the classes.
Spanish Conversation Practice (Intermediate/Advanced)
Anonymous review on 7/20/2023
I was the only person to show up, so I received an amazing 1on1 session with the instructor! He was incredibly patient and helpful. Will absolutely be booking a second class.
Spanish - Total Beginner
Reviewed by Amber B. on 6/17/2023
I really enjoyed the class! Clara was great! I am going to be out of town the next 2 weeks but if possible I would like to continue classes. Is there an option to do so?
French Conversation Practice (High Beginner)
Reviewed by Tina C. on 4/18/2023
Christine is so patient and lovely! Her writing out what is being said is terribly helpful. I would definitely recommend the class
Russian - Total Beginner
Anonymous review on 3/14/2023
Dimitri is a good teacher
Blends his teaching with a lot of humor.
French Conversation Practice (Intermediate/Advanced)
Reviewed by Amber L. on 3/11/2023
Teacher was so kind and patient
Italian Conversation Practice (Intermediate/Advanced)
Reviewed by Emilia M. on 3/10/2023
The instructor was great, nice conversation fluid easy to talk to everyone. I really enjoyed this class and would love to continue.
Intro to Spanish Crash Course
Anonymous review on 1/20/2023
The class was very fast paced. I understand that it was just a taste of what we would learn in a regular course. At least I hope so.
Intro to Italian Crash Course
Anonymous review on 1/15/2023
My instructor was Claudio and I had so much fun taking the course. He is very passionate, kind, and patient.
I really enjoyed the class and learned so much!
Spanish - Total Beginner
Reviewed by Sherif E. on 10/24/2022
Everything was great and yes I’m looking forward for next class.
Spanish Conversation Practice High Beginner
Anonymous review on 10/20/2022
Loved my session with Juan. He was very friendly, professional and patient. He was clear and guided the conversation naturally. Would definitely want his tutelage again. Thank you Juan!
Italian Beginner 1
Reviewed by Mary F. on 9/16/2022
It is fun and simple enough to follow.
Ciao
Mary
Intro to Spanish Crash Course
Anonymous review on 8/14/2022
Jose was a great Teacher! However, the other participant in the class constantly spoke over and interrupted Jose the entire time. The other participant basically hijacked the class to make it his own. It was very disruptive and very aggravating, and really took away from my ability to participate. Out of the 15 pages of worksheets we were to go over, we only got through 7. At the very END of the class, the other participant let it be known that he is hearing impared and usually needs to read lips. I think more questions need to be asked of participants before being able to sign up for group courses. The other participant clearly needed a one on one class and probably didn't get out of the class everything he needed either, by not indicating he needed more individualized attention.
ABC Languages offers a variety of classes that students have found to be engaging, educational, and enjoyable. The instructors are described as patient, knowledgeable, and skilled at creating a comfortable and interactive learning environment. Students have learned a range of skills, including pronunciation, verb conjugation, and vocabulary. The classes are seen as a practical way to learn a new language without feeling pressured.
Quotes:
1. "I love every minute of the learning experience with Clara... I learned how to pronounce the words correctly, I learned how to conjugate verbs 'estar' and 'ser'. I learned many new useful Spanish words that I intend to use in my work settings."
2. "Our teacher Tiffany was awesome! We learned a lot of words and sentences in our first class. We are excited about continuing our classes!"
3. "The instructor was great, nice conversation fluid easy to talk to everyone. I really enjoyed this class and would love to continue."
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