Language Classes in Chicago, IL

This course is for beginners learning ASL, people with some basic working knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Culture. In this interactive class, students have an opportunity to learn basic vocabulary and focus on the grammatical structure of ASL. Lessons and activities focus on opportunities that help with practice and enhance learning....

Learn the language of the world's greatest artists & lovers, in a format that's easy to master. If you thought French was what they taught in high school, think again. $25 Materials Fee will be collected at the time of the class

Take advantage of this window of opportunity and give your child a head start by providing them with an immersion environment to learn Mandarin Chinese.  We will learn in a fun, interactive and enjoyable environment by discovering Mandarin Chinese through songs, arts and crafts, games, and dances. 

Japanese is a valuable and often essential language in today's world. Learn the basics of grammar and vocabulary. You will be introduced to Hiragana and Katakana as well as the Japanese culture. Japanese is actually one of the simplest and most logical languages in the world. It's possible to learn enough Japanese in six weeks to travel on your own...

This third level of our Spanish language classes is for students who have completed Practical Spanish and Intermediate Spanish or who are at an advanced level. Class will cover reading, writing, conversation and advanced grammar. Develop a more dynamic command of the Spanish language! $25 Materials Fee will be collected at the time of the class

This introductory course is designed to provide students with basic survival German language and cultural awareness skills. It is especially useful for those traveling to a German-speaking country, those needing foundational skills in the language or just for fun. No prior knowledge of German is required. Note: $25 Materials Fee will be collected...

Take this class if you're planning a trip to a Spanish-speaking country, live in a Latino neighborhood or eat out in Mexican restaurants. The course covers basic vocabulary, grammar & sentence composition, and will prepare you to function in an Hispanic community or foreign country. Looking for more Spanish language classes? See our intermediate...

The class is designed for anyone who would like to learn basic conversational Spanish. The class will primarily be conversation, but some reading and writing skills will be included. The class is adaptable to various levels of Spanish from true beginner to intermediate learners. The instructor has two goals for the classroom, to work hard and to have...

If you are comfortable using Pretérito Perfecto and Pretérito Imperfecto tenses, you should register for Level 4. In this course, you will work deeply on direct object and indirect object pronouns as you expand your vocabulary, review the past tenses, and work on the future tense. You will also learn the compound tenses, read stories that will...

This course offers basic Polish vocabulary and grammar as well as an introduction to the historical and cultural aspects of Poland within the family of Slavic languages. It will also enable you to function in Chicago's large Polish community. Note: $25 materials fee will be collected at the time of class.

Explore the language and culture that produced Dante, Michelangelo and Fellini. Learn basic conversational skills and grammar structure, as you become familiar with today's fastest growing language. This class is geared to both potential travelers as well as those with an interest in the language. This is an intensive, full immersion course which will...

If you are confident speaking in the past, present and future tenses and have a wide vocabulary, you should take Level 5.  In this level, you will work hard on the subjunctive mood, the conditional structure, and the commands. You will learn how to approach complex sentences and you will be reading and writing at a relatively high complexity...

Our Intensive English program offers a fast, enjoyable and effective way to improve your English language skills, whatever your current language level. You have the opportunity to customize your course with specific skills lessons, including business English and exam preparation. Intensive English classes allow you to quickly achieve English fluency...

Our General English course is a semi-intensive program that allows you to balance classroom tuition with structured study and free time activities. You will improve your English language ability at a speed you feel comfortable with, while having time to enjoy your destination. This course is available at all levels from Elementary to Advanced and...

If you are comfortable with telling simple stories from the past, for example, saying what you did last week in Spanish, you should register for Level 3. In this level, you will work on the Pretérito Imperfecto tense, its uses, and its differences from the Pretérito Perfecto. You will learn how to use both past tenses combined. You will also start...