TESTIMONIALS
“Learning a second language was something I have never endeavored before...”
I could not be more satisfied with Llyane and with the outstanding program that she offers.
When I met her, learning a second language was something I have never endeavored before, and I thought that it is not my strength compared to my abilities in mathematics, engineering, athletics, etc.
The lessons are consistently challenging but not overwhelming. They are brilliantly interwoven so that the student is introduced to new concepts by leveraging and reinforcing material from previous weeks.
Llyane is an exceptional teacher. She is very patient, and, without a doubt, she knows how to teach the language. She has the ability to take me out of my comfort zone so that we can concentrate on my weaknesses. At the same time, she doesn’t allow me to be critical of myself.
With Llyane, I have learned that my mistakes are not to be loathed but are instead to be embraced as opportunities to learn and to grow. It has been my experience in life that people with such understanding, insight, and guidance are rare.
I give Llyane my highest recommendation to anyone who wants to learn French or to improve upon what they already know. I have not regretted for one second my decision to work with Llyane and to take her course.
I only wish that I would have found her sooner!
Troy Teague - CTO and Board Director - USA
Bilingual Intensif, Avancé, Immersion Retreat
“I'm fluently conversing with native French speakers in Paris”
Llyane has taught me French for 7 years, since I was in grade 5.
Over the years, some of my most memorable French-related accomplishments include fluently conversing with native French speakers in Paris, consistently receiving extremely high marks in my French classes at school, and achieving a perfect score (800) on the SAT French Subject Test.
I would not have been able to achieve any of these results without Llyane. Her expertise and work-ethic are incredible; her teaching methods are effective, fun, and approachable.
Most importantly, she’s far more than just a tutor, she’s a brilliant language coach, a mentor, and a friend. If you want to learn French efficiently and develop a love of the language and culture, I cannot recommend Llyane highly enough.
Dasha Met - Student, Harvard University - Canada
Bilingual Intensif, Avancé
"my French skills have dramatically improved"
I had not studied or practiced my French in several years. I met an older gentleman from church who had lived in Germany and spoke fluent German when he lived there. He told me about how he let his language skills go and now cannot speak German at all. Hearing this story prompted me to seek out a French class to pick back up my language skills and improve them.
I wanted to take an online class due to the flexibility and not having to drive anywhere. In fact, I wound up moving 3000+ miles away from where I was living when I started and I have been able to continue on the same program.
My French skills have dramatically improved in the last months while working with Llyane. By working on a one on one basis with Llyane, she has been able to point out misconceptions about pronunciation and grammar that I have had since beginning to learn the language. For example how to pronounce “huit”, a word that I learned very early, but have been saying incorrectly and no one else ever corrected me! Just today, I had a dream where I was speaking French to a lady on the phone planning a vacation. I directly attribute this experience from my classes with Llyane.
What I like best is that Llyane is ways available to ask questions. Having a flexible schedule and the convenience of online classes. I can still get a weekly class in regardless of where I am.
Being able to speak my native language when necessary has helped immensely to understand grammar constructs that I did not understand previously. It has also helped me in pronunciation like in the word “coudre” where “cou” rhymes with the English word “who”.
Having weekly lessons with Llyane has helped to keep me on track to learn French. Even when I have an extremely busy week and don’t have much time to practice I always have our hour together each week.
My first child was born four months ago. It’s my hope that he will learn to speak French as well. Because all languages are foreign to him, we watch French children shows together like Rue Sésame, Caillou and Monde des petits. It’s a special time for us together and I even pick up lots of new vocabulary. Having Llyane there to ask questions about things that I read or watch and getting further clarification has been invaluable.
If you consider learning french with Llyane and are hesitant, I’d say to you: Do it! Llyane is an excellent coach, and having an online course can fit into your schedule!
If you are someone who wants to maintain and improve your French language skills, especially if you are in danger of losing the skill that you have already gained, you shouldn’t delay for any reason. Llyane is an excellent teacher and available when you need her the most. I’ve experienced a dramatic improvement in my French.
Aaron Conran - Sr. Software Architect - USA
Bilingual Intensif, Avancé
"I am extremely happy with the progress that I have made and continue to make"
I have been studying with Llyane for about a year and a half, and I have never regretted the decision.
Before I found Llyane and her French coaching methods, I had attempted to learn the French language several times through various means such as high school courses, college courses, adult education classes, classes taught through French associations, and self-learning apps. Each time I became more and more discouraged, and I began to believe that I would never be able to not only learn but speak the French language.
There had to be something out there that would work for me.
Out of desperation and frustration late one night, I found Llyane’s website. I decided to give it one last try and filled out the contact form. I am extremely grateful that I did. Llyane is an amazing teacher, mentor, and coach who puts you at ease from the very beginning.
I especially like her Pronunciation Cure course which has helped me become more confident speaking French because I know the rules of pronunciation. I also appreciate her patience, gentle prodding, and encouragement every time we meet.
Llyane’s method is completely different than what I had been used to, but it works!
Initially, she took the time to really know my strengths and weaknesses, to figure out how I learn best, and most of all, to understand my goals. Because of this, she has modified her method to take advantage of my learning style. For instance, I am very analytical and like to understand the mechanics of grammar. Llyane breaks the French language down so that I understand it.
I have progressed farther than I have before, even with years of learning, and it’s because of Llyane and her method.
I also really enjoy the group conversation sessions. While meeting with Llyane once a week for a lesson is wonderful and where I am able to ask all of my in-depth questions, the group lessons build upon what I have learned and the progress that I am making. They encourage active listening since everyone speaks differently and inspires impromptu conversation with those at a similar level which aids in reaching for vocabulary and sentence structure. As a shy, introverted person, this safe place to make mistakes is truly wonderful.
Because of Llyane and her method, I am more confident in speaking French, and I am extremely happy with the progress that I have made and continue to make. I wish that I had found her earlier.
If you are hesitant, I’d urge you to give it a chance. I may just change your life!
Michelle Reiher - University Professor - USA
Bilingual Extensif Diamond, Avancé
"I'm well on my way to becoming fluent in French"
I took advantage of the J'Ouellette program with an eye on generally expanding my work horizons. What I got was a whole new way of looking at the world. I'm well on my way to becoming fluent in French but, in addition, I've learned not to underestimate myself.
Llyane has a way of unlocking one's potential that transcends simply learning another language. Her vast array of experience in a variety of industries translates (excuse the pun) into an exercise in re-examining one's goals and ambitions. Her generosity of spirit allows one to tackle things which may have seemed intimidating in a safe, non-judgemental environment.
I would advise anyone to take advantage of what this lovely lady has to teach. I haven't regretted taking the plunge for a second, and I'm fully confident that anyone else who invests in themselves in this way will agree. Llyane has my 100% endorsement. Elle est un entraîneur incroyable... en français aussi bien que dans des compétences de vie.
Will Scott - Social Media Expert and Public Speaker - South Africa
Bilingual Intensif
"after only three lessons I felt I could already hear the difference in my accent... In 5 short weeks I have noticed a tremendous improvement in my spoken French"
Llyane is a fantastic teacher!
I came to her because even though I went through French immersion and even took some university courses in French, I knew I had a terrible accent and serious problems with grammar. These issues kept me from succeeding in French and made me nervous about speaking. After only three lessons I felt I could already hear the difference in my accent, and I was understanding principles and rules of French grammar that had eluded me through years of education. I had intended to take lessons for only a short period, but I have been having so much fun during her lessons that I can't stop!
In 5 short weeks I have noticed a tremendous improvement in my spoken French abilities - in terms of vocabulary development, accent and grammar, and have started getting lots of compliments from native French speakers on my French! I highly recommend Llyane as an instructor. Her methodology works. At the end of each class my confidence was improved and I had fun doing it. I can't recommend her enough.
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Just wanted to drop you a line to tell you the good news.
I just took a French placement test from the University of Ottawa. The test is composed of three components – listening, reading and grammar. Each component includes three sections – each one varying in length and difficulty. I had taken the test about 8 months ago and I was rated as “F5” which is a true intermediate level. When I took it again today, I was rated “F7” – which is an advanced level!
While taking the test, I just kept reminding myself to go slowly, and was thinking in French with a better accent – I even came across the word ‘mesure’ and knew how to say it properly. Also, all your help with passé composé really helped me with the grammar parts.
Thank you SO MUCH! I credit you ENTIRELY with the new score on the test.
Trish MacDonald - Human Resources Specialist - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"I wish I had the time and space to express all I have learned"
So very happy I found Llyane on Facebook a little over a year ago.
I wish I had the time and space to express all I have learned from her. She is actually more than just a teacher/coach of the French language.
She is also a mentor, cheerleader and someone who understands her clients and really, really wants them to learn. She "pushes" me to do better... for myself. No guilt trips, no games and no harsh retributions when I backslide on occasion. I feel I have to "unlearn" all of my previous lessons/attempts at learning French because Llyane's method is quite different. I have learned... (slowly) to relax, have "fun" and approach this learning not as a typical "class" but, as something goal oriented... for me.
Her approach is different and her ultimate goal for you, the student, is for you to achieve whatever level that you seek.
My only regret is that I did not find this wonderful woman first... before I enrolled in the failed attempts at learning French through the typical structured system that many educational systems use today. I feel blessed to have found her. And, will continue my journey with her help as long as possible.
I encourage any and everyone to give this method a shot before enrolling in structured classes etc. You won't be disappointed!
Jeffery Howard - Self employed - USA
Bilingual Intensif
"I could speak a little bit of French but I was lacking confidence"
I had studied French in India from Alliance Française and have been living in France for almost two years now. I could speak a little bit of French but I was lacking confidence. There were words that I could never pronounce correctly.
Hence, I decided to take French lessons and, since I was interning during weekdays, I could only take either late evening classes or on weekends!
By God's grace I happened to be on Llyane's website and instantly took with her my first Skype session where she listed down all my problems and advised me a customized solution for my needs.
From that day to this day which is only a span of 3 months, I genuinely thank her for being there. She is a Perfect coach that I could ever ask for. Her lessons are so well designed like I always tell her they are "tongue twisting" because your tongue literally gymnasts and the words come out with perfect pronunciation!
I have taken classes before as I mentioned above and they were always in group which probably made me feel shy and never allowed me to even speak in class thus made me hesitant in speaking French! But with Llyane, she is there to correct you with every letter you pronounce and she makes sure that it turns out to be perfect and comes to you naturally with all her magical tricks!
You will always learn something new in her lessons even if you have taken lessons from somewhere else before.The best part is that you are never overwhelmed by the course. It's just up to the mark: not too little and not too much!
Also, she has a very flexible schedule for the Skype classes, you always have choices available as per your comfort even if you are continents away! I'm always excited and look forward for my next session with her. She gives so much personal attention to every detail of your progress and your needs that it is commendable.
I am fortunate to have her as my French instructor. She is in every way a true language Master with an exceptional methodology for language learning.
Thank you Llyane for being my French Guru.
Brinda Gupta - Associate at Ernst & Young - France
Bilingual Intensif, Avancé
"A2 to B2 in days"
After taking the plunge and deciding I need to become really good really fast at French, 13 days before my exam, I had the good fortune of finding Llyane; she is custom-tailoring her creative and pragmatic multi-disciplinary approach specifically for my situation and I am seeing results. Moreover, I see Llyane as not merely offering a service but truly as someone who is in service from their place of empowered expertise. I know that by working with Llyane I have set myself up for success in the best way possible, and regardless of what the test score says, I’ll have a long and rich relationship with French.
David Zangwill - University Student - USA/ Canada
Skype intensive
"the people in my life cannot believe how much I have learned in such a short period of time!"
I am very grateful to have come across Llyane.
I knew almost no French when I began with her nearly 8 months ago. I am now moving to France in one week, and although I am not yet completely fluent, I am confident in my abilities to communicate effectively.
Llyane paid very close attention to my specific needs and gradually geared her style of teaching towards them, becoming a perfect match for me! I was constantly being challenged and being kept on the edge of my abilities, never bored and never overwhelmed. The people in my life cannot believe how much I have learned in such a short period of time! I love learning French now and cannot wait to utilize what I have learned!
I am sure she can do the same for you! Thanks Llyane!
Laura Licata - Self employed - France
Bilingual Intensif
"I am a lot more confident than I was 3 months ago"
I thank you for all the good you have done me. It may not seem like it but I am a lot more confident than I was 3 months ago. All thanks to you.
Josh Schaffer - Pilot - USA
Bilingual Intensif
"after five weeks... I took myself by surprise speaking French"
"This is just to say that after five weeks of taking Llyane’s Intensive Course I took myself by surprise speaking French, automatically and without thinking!
I was in a cafe in an English speaking area and was at the counter ready to order my lunch and pay for it. The woman working at the counter spoke French to me (she is French but speaks English typically as she is in an English area) for some reason (maybe I look French?) and I spoke right away back to her in French, ordering my sandwich and coffee. She asked me a couple of questions about my order and I responded in French! She understood me, and didn’t change to English so I must have spoken correctly! She kept on speaking French, telling me my total amount to pay, and I understood everything she said! There was no fear, no hesitation, no second guessing, no translating in my head first, just plain French coming out of my mouth!
Afterwards, once I sat down, I was so proud of myself.
I started with Llyane by signing up for the Intensive course. I had only elementary school french education, and wanted to finally slay the dragon so to speak and learn to speak fluently! I have always wanted to speak French well and to be comfortable speaking to others, and while I have attempted to it was always with hesitation. My brain would go into lock down, which I think is pretty normal.
So I have been very motivated and interested in the learning of this language, with the intent of being able to have conversations easily. I told Llyane one of my biggest hurdles to overcome was fear.
I really enjoy doing the lessons.
The first few weeks, especially by the third week, my brain felt like it was shutting down. I told Llyane this and she explained to me it was all a normal process and not to worry. Sure enough, the following week my brain had assimilated the knowledge gained thus far, and I felt much more comfortable going forward. It was like my brain was resisting, then it just unlocked!
I am amazed that after five weeks I had an unplanned, spontaneous conversation with a stranger, in French!
All this to say that Llyane is a very patient, kind coach and numerous times I have felt badly about my pronunciation and incorrect spelling and grammar. She has always responded with kindness and patience. I highly recommend her courses!"
Catherine Parker - Designer - Canada
Bilingual Extensif Gold
"fun, personal and personable"
I had my French session and it was a fun fast-moving hour where I got caught up on what I’ve retained from years-ago and what I need to work to keep my Français moving forward.
I highly recommend this fun, personal and personable young lady who’s only there to help.
Nathan Tannenbaum - Show host at KUNV 91.5FM - USA
Conversation
"I was apprehensive because I started with no knowledge of French"
"I signed up with Llyane to learn a little French for a trip to Paris because I wanted to be polite and learn some basic phrases and manners before I went. I was apprehensive because I started with no knowledge of French except for the word “please” and the phrase “thank you very much” (and I was not even pronouncing those correctly). This evolved into me taking additional courses with Llyane so I could converse with people and comprehend practical conversations rather than just knowing a few phrases that I could say to people.
Llyane’s virtual French coaching has helped me learn how to read, write and speak French within a few months, so that I can move on to her more advanced classes.
This is so much more valuable than learning phrases but not knowing what to say after someone responds to you in French.
Her professionalism, patience, and focus on making my experience unique are what motivate me to take additional classes with her. She tailors the learning experience to each person’s needs and level and that is what makes her programs so valuable.
I highly recommend Llyane’s French coaching for any person, no matter what level you are at, because her passion for teaching, flexible schedules and her personal interaction with addressing your specific needs (rather it be verb conjugation, training your ear to hear in French, honing in on what you don’t even recognize that you are weak at or something unique to you) are what makes her programs fun and worth the investment in yourself.
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I also signed up for the Éclair program before a trip to Paris
to really hone in on my ear training as well as get some specific training around useful hotel, restaurant and travel phrases. She not only sent articles of interest to me but also created special documents for me to help with the things I was interested in discussing and learning, even if it was outside of the Intensif program.
It doesn’t matter what level you are at or even if you have a slight hearing loss and think you can’t learn French. With Llyane's coaching, you can learn! She quickly discovers what it is that limits your learning in order to break through that barrier and move past it.
This is a very flexible program that can fit into anyone’s schedule and the focus is on whatever you decide you want to be coached on. It doesn’t get any better than this!
Llyane is an excellent coach and I can recommend her without hesitation. I will continue taking classes with her and that is the ultimate recommendation."
Kathy - Financial Specialist, Board of Directors - USA
Bilingual Intensif, Éclair
"I was quite shy about actually trying to speak French"
My lesson with Llyane was terrific. I learned some French on my own prior to the lesson but never used it in conversation, so I was quite shy about actually trying to speak French.
Llyane was amazingly friendly and encouraging though, and pretty soon we were all but conversing in French!
The atmosphere managed to be both friendly and professional, and Llyane's tips were on point and proved useful later on. All in all a great experience, and highly recommended!
The week after our lesson, I was sitting at a restaurant and a group of Frenchmen were at the table behind me. I turned around and said hello in French, and we actually managed to converse for a bit. They were really impressed and I was really happy to be able to do that! I really think our lesson helped me with the confidence to do it, so thanks again!
Eyal Bukchin - Israel
Conversation
"I was frustrated that nothing I had learned before really stuck"
"I took French for a year but still struggled to understand or string together complete sentences. I was frustrated that nothing I had learned before really stuck and didn't find my classes very motivating.
Llyane puts a lot of emphasis on pronunciation, and I realize now how much it matters! It means the difference between past and present, singular and plural. I also like that Llyane gives etymological context to why some words are spelled a certain way. It really helps me remember how to spell them, and it's just fascinating! Llyane also has great energy, so I always feel motivated to learn French. She doesn't let me get away with mistakes, which is great, because it keeps me from turning into a lazy learner.
After just a couple of months, I'm able to correct my own pronunciation while speaking. My comprehension of spoken French has also improved because I now notice the little nuances in pronunciation. During a recent trip to Paris, I was able to say some things in French without getting puzzled looks from the Parisians. I also realized how much my comprehension of French has improved. I notice subtleties in pronunciation and I'm able to communicate better in French. I also really enjoy reading French magazines out loud and recognizing my own pronunciation mistakes.
I think Llyane is a great coach for people who think they don't like, or aren't good at, language learning. She helps you discover and untangle your bad learning or language habits and tailors a method that works for you. I wish she also taught Spanish and Italian because I'd like to improve those as well! I'd recommend her to my mother and friends who want to travel to France.
Llyane has helped me develop better learning habits, and we incorporate grammatical concepts through conversation practice and pronunciation."
Joni Savage - Web Content Manager - USA
Bilingual Extensif Gold
"you are going to achieve fluency"
“The Bilingual Express audio book starts from the basic and builds up vocabulary very fast. It focuses on sentence structure and teaches you how to make up your own based on your vocabulary. What is amazing about this book is that you can use it to improve your listening skill if you finish all the exercises after each lesson. Llyane uses an excellent methodology to structure the book so that you can easily memorize every word and sentence you learn and apply them to your daily conversation. What is also good is that you can do one lesson each day and improve your French quickly in three months.
If you can take note of sentence structures and new words your learn in this book and apply them to your French conversation, you are going to achieve fluency. You have to work hard to get the most out of it. And never never give it up!
At last, thank you Llyane for creating this excellent resource.”
Mike Zhu - Student, Harvard University - Canada
Audiobook and Skype sessions
"this course has helped me undo French language errors"
"I moved to Paris in 2005 to start and operate my Paris tour company Nuit Blanche Tours. I lived in Paris for a few years, spending 9 months each time for the first few years. As a Western Canadian, I was armed for this adventure with only my spotty (and forgotten) school French and cereal box reading, plus 6 months of listening to language tapes. As a disciple of pure immersion to the French language and culture, I gradually learned French by talking to waiters in cafés, with Parisian friends and from other Anglos whose French was as bad as mine!
Llyane's pronunciation course was brilliant and helped me to finally learn proper rules and break down words very slowly so that I could distinguish between sounds. This course has helped me undo French language errors that tragically I know I had been making and I can't wait to try out my new skills in Paris this June and July. Merci beaucoup Llyane!!"
Karen H. - Communication Strategist - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"we now conduct the lessons in French, something I would not have believed 3 months ago"
I have been learning French with Llyane for 3 months.
I find the lessons fun, friendly and stress free, but most of all very informative. My French has improved so much so, that we now conduct the lessons in French, something I would not have believed three months ago. Llyane is flexible with the times of the lessons and organizes them to suit my needs.
I find Llyane highly engaging and a great teacher, but beware: these lessons and Llyane are highly addictive!!!
Ian Mccaffrey - Owner at Crosby Plasterers - UK
Bilingual Intensif
"this is so valuable when many of us live busy lives but want to make the most of our free time"
I am so grateful to have found Llyane’s “J’Ouellette – Learn Parisian French on Skype”.
I was finding the slow progress of previous large group lessons frustrating, and kept “hitting a wall” with my grammar. This set-up is exactly what I had been looking for, but couldn’t find! An efficient way of learning in my own time, but also incorporating intensive one-to-one sessions with Llyane – fantastic!
Llyane has created a method that is both enjoyable and addictive! In the short time that I have known her she has already been so kind, generous and flexible, working around my schedule and needs, even when we are on different continents! This is so valuable when many of us live busy lives but want to make the most of our free time.
Thank you so much for sharing your passion for the language and creating this excellent programme Llyane, I can’t wait for my next module & looking forward to the rest of my French language journey with you :-)
Sioned Owens - Ski trainer - UK
Bilingual Intensif
"a master in her field"
She is a master in her field. If you are looking for a great coach you have just found her. Believe me there is no better instructor to learn the French language.
Alexander Aton - Self employed
United States
"has helped me gain confidence in speaking French properly"
I have always wanted to learn French as a second language. And with Llyane’s help I have made a huge improvement. Llyane has a wonderful way of explaining the French language.
She takes the time to ensure that you understand and incorporate correct French grammar and pronunciation into your conversation!
She explains the rules of French in a way that makes sense and helps you naturally apply it to your learning.
She has helped me gain confidence in speaking French properly. Llyane has a wonderful way of coaching her students.
I was impressed with the lessons and will recommend her to anyone who is motivated to learn and speak French!
Vanora Reghelini - Registered nurse - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"working with Llyane has been a sure thing"
Llyane has been great to work with, and you will get as much progress out of it as you're willing to put in. Effort doesn't guarantee results in every part of life, but I'd say that working with Llyane has been a sure thing.
It's crazy to think that I have only been working with Llyane for about a year. My only regret is that I didn't start with her sooner.
Jerry Mangona - Financial Advisor, self employed - USA
Bilingual Intensif
"super-impressed with the attention to detail"
Even with two semesters of university level French linguistics courses I still struggled with pronunciation of new words and continued to inflict my American accent on French pronunciation. It was evident that knowing the “rules” hadn’t brought my pronunciation to the level it needed to be because I was still getting puzzled looks from native French speakers as my mispronunciations and/or accent often changed the meanings of the words I was using.
After Llyane’s Master Class in Pronunciation I can hear the difference it has made in my pronunciation! Better still, I have become more aware of my pronunciation errors as I hear myself speak and can self-correct. The pronunciation class filled in the missing pieces for me. For the first time, I now see and hear the patterns, organization and structure behind the pronunciation of French words.
Debbie Cochener - Owner at France Travel Info - USA
Bilingual Intensif, Avancé
"I am more relaxed and ready to become fluent"
I was looking for enjoyable and interesting lessons in French, because I live in Switzerland.
Today, after 5 months of weekly lessons with Llyane, I am more relaxed and ready to become fluent.
I am impressed with her professional skill and teaching abilities, and I have advanced a lot during our work together.
I always recommend Llyane to my friends, in case they are in need of learning French, because she is an expert and she knows how to make French easy for her clients and helps them learn it fast.
My sincere and best wishes to you Llyane. I am so happy that i know you and i have this opportunity that you exist.
Rev. Père Goossan Aljanian - Switzerland
Bilingual Intensif
"I now speak French with greater ease"
Before working with Llyane, I was hesitant to speak French, even though I knew many words and was able to write and read with much more fluency.
My pronunciation often sounded more American, and my lack of confidence made me reluctant to engage in conversations. Llyane's guidance and lessons have been transformative. Her patience and personalized approach helped me not only refine my pronunciation but also build my confidence.
With her support, I now speak French with greater ease, especially when I’m in France.
Mai Libman - United States
Bilingual Extensif Diamond
"I was amazed to blitz through a program designed for 6 months in just half the time"
Back in March 2020, as the COVID pandemic took hold and we were told to stay home, I was seeking employment in the golf tourism market. With travel restricted, the industry was collapsing. I decided to gain new qualifications to boost my chances when things returned to normal and thought about learning French and Spanish. Since I was stuck at home, why not study online? While searching, I came across an ad for J’Ouellette that intrigued me. I contacted Llyane, and after a promising chat, I signed up immediately.
Without a laptop (shops were closed), Llyane and I started lessons via Skype on my phone. Having never studied at university, I found the start challenging, despite considering myself educated. Llyane patiently guided me through my gaps in grammar and other deficiencies. When one method didn’t work, she found another way to make the French language click. This boosted my confidence and unlocked a creative side of me I didn’t know existed. As a former football coach, I was used to motivating others, but now the boot was on the other foot, and I enjoyed learning something new about myself.
At first, I counted down the minutes of each session, fearful of making a fool of myself. I struggled to admit when I didn’t understand, but Llyane taught me to trust her and be honest, emphasizing that she was always in my corner. Thanks to her support, I hope to soon be a confident, French-speaking Scotsman.
I was amazed to blitz through a program designed for 6 months in just half the time. If you doubt your ability to tackle French, take it from me—I’m living proof that it’s possible. Lace up, stay in the game, and keep pushing forward!
Gordon Hindley - United Kingdom
Bilingual Extensif
"she has you speaking in French immediately"
“I am so grateful for Llyane Stanfield and her French immersive program. She is the best French teacher/coach I have found. She is patient, compassionate, knowledgeable and her style of teaching is excellent.
I am not an easy student to work with and she worked with me through all of the challenges with grace.
If you have had language classes before in the typical style that most classes are in, you will be delightfully surprised that Llyane's teaching style is very different and I believe much better than your typical language courses. She has you speaking in French immediately.
Whether you are new to French or want to improve upon your current skills, I highly recommend you work with her. She is a valuable delight!"
Kimberly Palm - The Stress Free Travel Diva™, World Travel Expert and Bestselling Author - USA
Skype Intensive
"everyone is very impressed with my pronunciation"
“I'm in France now, and even though we weren't able to connect the last couple of weeks due to my work and travel commitments, I have been thinking of you and our lessons a lot.
Thank you SO much for the work you did with me! I have been in France for three days so far, and even though my French is not up to speed I am having so much fun. Everyone is very impressed with my pronunciation and is helping me learn new French words. Today, I ordered my first meal entirely in French!
When we are back I'm going to have my boyfriend do your pronunciation course with you.
You really changed my life and have helped make this experience a wonderful one.
All my love from France"
Saarika Varma - MP, Executive Consultant at Varma Initiative Consulting - Canada
Extensif Gold
"A Journey of Growth and Connection
through the J'Ouellette® Société"
I began working with Llyane Stanfield as my French coach in 2020, using her J'Ouellette® Method. While my French degree provided a solid foundation, I sought more verbal practice and pronunciation refinement. Llyane’s J'Ouellette® Extensif was exactly what I needed, offering both expert guidance and a welcoming community of fellow French learners.
The Société Facebook group allowed me to connect with individuals from around the world, which became especially invaluable during the isolation brought about by Covid. Through Llyane’s private coaching, the Club Français group program on Sundays, and ongoing conversations with other members, my fluency and confidence in speaking French have grown immensely. More importantly, I’ve built meaningful relationships within the community. I had weekly conversations with the 'three Debs' — one in Tennessee, another in Pennsylvania, and one in Australia — as well as Kimberly, an American living in Dijon, and Jay from Toronto. I've even had the pleasure of meeting Kimberly twice in France, and I still converse regularly with two of the Debs.
These conversations reflect a shared dedication, with each member bringing their commitment to both language growth and connection. What sets Llyane’s J'Ouellette® Extensif apart is not only the progress I've made but also the lasting friendships. Many coaches charge for access to such networks, making this experience a true privilege for which I’m deeply grateful.
Susan Palmer Marshall - Singer - USA
Bilingual Extensif
"I feel more confident in expressing myself and in understanding others"
I elected to use J'Ouellette because of my need to improve my pronunciation, verbal expression and comprehension of spoken French. I took the Intensif program and benefited greatly from the regular one-on-one lessons.
The Intensif program was a combination of grammar, reading, listening, dictation and self-correction.
The course covered more intensively the areas where I was weak. I was given plenty of time for self-expression both orally and in written stories.
Now, I feel more confident in expressing myself and in understanding others. I recommend J'ouellette Intensif French language coaching for anyone who wants to advance quickly in learning to speak and write French well.
Myrtle Goore - Physician - USA
Bilingual Intensif
"most importantly, thank you for not letting me give up on myself"
Llyane, I just wanted to thank you for helping me get through today’s lesson. The first few minutes into the lesson I truly felt like giving up on my dream of being fluently bilingual. But, by the end of the lesson, I felt much better and that is due to your patience and your wonderful ability to bring out the best in your students.
So, thank you for not giving up on me, but most importantly, thank you for not letting me give up on myself.
Naomi Klazer - Senior Business Analyst - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"anyone wanting to speak french, needing a refresher, or traveling to France!"
Llyane has a wonderful way of letting you try something to see what you are naturally going to say, then coaching you into the correct pronunciation and explaining why. The rules of French build upon themselves and once she teaches you WHY it is said that way, it begins to make sense and you naturally apply it to the new things you are learning. I was most impressed with my lesson and will definitely recommend this to anyone wanting to speak french, needing a refresher, or traveling to France!
Mary Sterk - Artist at "Just Mary Designs" - USA
Conversation
"truly a godsend solution for someone who needs to get somewhere fast and does not have a lot of time"
As a very busy business owner who wants to squeeze in French lessons and practice on a weekly basis... on a schedule that works for me...
I am sooo thankful to have found LLYANE and her “Learn Parisian French on Skype”! I look forward to my homework and look forward to excelling — in part for Llyane, herself, who is so generous and focused in helping ME get to where I want to be… and, more! She is an intuitive and excellent teacher… Truly a godsend solution for someone who needs to get somewhere fast and does not have a lot of time… lots of energy!
So highly recommended!
Hanna Guerra - Owner at "The Busy Genie" - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"with just an hour or two, you can see improvement in yourself and learn to have fun with French!"
Llyane is absolutely amazing!
I am currently a grade 11 student at a French extended school and have been practicing and perfecting my French language skills with Llyane since the summer before grade 9.
She is such a great teacher, since I get a chance to talk freely and practice conversation skills with her on a weekly basis.
My final goal on learning French was to gain the ability of speaking French, a third language, with little to no difficulty.
French extended high school is filled with long writing assignments and pages of grammar work. That is why I think my lessons with Llyane are helping me a lot towards my actual final goal.
She helped me gain confidence in talking and making mistakes to learn from. With her, there are no marks or grades. With just an hour or two, you can see improvement in yourself and learn to have fun with French!
Like I said before, Llyane is absolutely amazing!
HyeJin Park - Student - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"I became aware of mistakes I'd been making for years"
I had tried to sign up with a French language school in my city but just couldn't make my schedule work with theirs. Llyane is super flexible and was able to fit me in at various times throughout the week to meet my needs.
She immediately honed in on my particular issues and I became aware of mistakes I'd been making for years. I also finally really understood why some French rules are the way they are. I had many aha! moments while conversing with Llyane over Skype.
Her method is effective and easy. I always look forward to our sessions.
Kim Alf - Software Trainer - Canada
Avancé
"Today, I'm relaxed and comfortable"
I am learning French because I like the French culture and I think learning the language enhances my enjoyment of it. When I decided to start studying French, I wanted to work with someone directly for my own accountability. I also thought that I would make better progress. Llyane’s program offered 1:1 coaching and focused on speaking which was different from other programs I considered.
When I started learning, I was very nervous and scared to make mistakes. I had no experience with French at all. Llyane coached me through the fear of being in a live group session, the resistance to trying and making mistakes, and the frustration of learning new pronunciation and ways of speaking.
Llyane not only knows French, but also knows about the learning process, about how the brain works when learning a new language, and the challenges that it can bring. I think that is important for a successful language coach.
Today, I am relaxed in the live group sessions and am comfortable making mistakes. This is a big accomplishment for me. I’ve learned to be kind to myself during this process. I actually enjoy learning French now.
In 2022 I went to Paris and I was so excited to be able to read the signs and the menus and understand a little bit of those fast-speaking native speakers. I was even more excited to be able to speak. I was still nervous, yet I learned how to work through those feelings. The French appreciate you trying to speak the language. I learned from Llyane that they see it as a sign of respect.
I felt so accomplished when I bought stamps at the post office and asked a cashier for a pen. Of course, there is still a lot to learn and practice. However, the most important thing is that I'm not afraid to try anymore. I now have the confidence to speak the French that I know. And, I have more confidence in my life because I’ve seen myself work through my insecurities and make progress.
If you’re considering learning French with Llyane, I encourage you to give it a try — a real try. Learning a new language takes time and can feel frustrating, and that’s ok. We’ve all been there, and sometimes still are. Be kind to yourself and remember the reasons why you want to learn. On the other side of the fear and frustration is a lot of fun and new expansive experiences.
I’m so proud of myself for sticking with this and very thankful to Llyane who continues to coach me through it all.
Debbie Novitsky - Self employed - USA
Bilingual Intensif, DIY French Club
"Llyane is the No.1 French language coach I would trust"
Llyane is the expert go to French language coach. In fact she is the only coach I know who clearly says and proves that 1-1 coaching is the only and best way to master conversational French.
Llyane is the No.1 French language coach I would trust to up level my conversational French so that I can speak with my French friends and family confidently in this beautiful language at any time.
I don't want to be that silent person in group conversations, just nodding and going back to English each time because I lack the confidence to include myself in conversation even though I think I understand the language. :)
I look forward to Immersion in Paris with you. Every entrepreneur should consider working with you as part of living a healthy, rich, sexy and fabulous lifestyle.
Looking forward to working together again. Merci beaucoup, mon amie.
Marie Piazza - Self employed - USA
Bilingual Intensif
"she knows how to break learning french down in a super easy and fun way!"
Llyane is a rock star at what she does and is extremely passionate about teaching french! She knows how to break learning french down in a super easy and fun way!
Do yourself a favor if you are even considering learning french, start by LIKING this page, follow Llyane and have a chat with her. You won't regret it!
Carolyn Caputo - Self employed
United States
"a renewed sense of self-confidence in which I find myself saying for the first time in many years, “I can do this”"
I have had the same dream for my life since I was five: to travel and learn. All the steps and measures I have taken thus far were made with this specific goal in mind. I am, to put it lightly, inflexible and resistant to change. The engineering and mathematical side to me prefers systems with consistent structure with practically no deviation. In addition, I have unparalleled expectations of the people in my life and of myself. Llyane took me on as a pupil despite all of this and because of her guidance I am in the terrifyingly surreal position of accepting a renewed sense of self-confidence in which I find myself saying for the first time in many years, “I can do this”.
Llyane marries a systematic approach to learning with a refreshing, whimsical outlook on the subject of the French language as well as life in general. This “multidimensional” method opens the door to seeing the world around you in a new light almost as if by magic. The reality of what is happening to you as you move from the first lesson to the last is reminiscent of that fantastical journey of dreams. In short, the J’Ouellette system is much more than an online class. It is an experience that changes your perspective on life, inspires you to reach new goals and potentials, and allows you to relieve yourself of the rigid walls of traditional learning.
As for Llyane herself, in her you gain a friend and confidante who can simultaneously coax and demand from you only your absolute best. She encourages mistakes, embraces personal quirks, and remoulds herself to fit each of her students in order to become an individualized rock of support. Her “back-to-basics” concept of teaching offers you the chance to experience how appreciating to simple things in life can open your eyes. She dares you to dream, challenges you to push past any misconceptions you may have about yourself, and, when all is said and done, leaves you feeling a little wiser and a little more French.
Leah Downey - Financial Technician - USA
Bilingual Intensif
"my warm and sincere thanks for preparing me for Paris"
Our two weeks on rue Mouffetard in Paris was superb! Best of all, I enjoyed the chance to speak French! It was interesting how formal shop keepers can be. Never heard “salut” – always more formal. I did lots of listening and copying. It was so useful knowing about “future proche” and using it easily.
My warm and sincere thanks for preparing me for Paris. I greatly appreciated all your wise teaching and will enjoy reviewing what I have. I’ll enjoy your newsletter and minute-a-day lessons.
All the best for your trip later this summer. With appreciation and gratitude,
Mary Wilson - Executive Administrator - Canada
Skype Intensive
"colleagues... are impressed"
Excellent work in promoting language learning online, J’Ouellette! Your link was sent to colleagues who are also impressed.
Janette Sedgebeer - Founder and Consulting Director of "Executive Language Tutors"
United Kingdom
"her product... is YOUR SUCCESS "
Llyane is an effective teacher if you want to learn to speak, think, and write French. She has an excellent correcting ear and reinforces you positively. Her accelerated program is very effective. The program builds comprehension and confidence.
Llyane is extremely flexible with your schedule if you are a professional with other time obligations. At the same time she does not compromise her product which is YOUR SUCCESS.
The program is a fine value for what you get.
Michael Craig - Business owner - UK
Bilingual Intensif
"working with Llyane is life changing"
One of my biggest fears of learning another language was having to speak it to others.
Data mining written information, especially day to day or marketing, is relatively doable. Pronouncing? Especially when written in front of me? A whole other story.
So, imagine my delight when Llyane had me discovering words for myself in lesson. And I did.
There it was. On a page. No place to hide or squirm. Just take it slow. Slow-er. Some French pronunciation rules finally made sense. And I could use it. Not overwhelming and not moving on too quickly or jumping on to something that didn't relate in my mind.
And this is one of the many areas she shines. Very quickly upon jumping in, Llyane tailored what we were doing - to me and how she could best help.
Even my sweetie said - "She was really good. She is like what a teacher is supposed to be."
Llyane also starts from a place of "the student can do this". I so appreciate her holding that space. She is very effective and efficient and certainly makes the most of sixty minutes.
Llyane came highly recommended from a friend and still she surpassed what I imagined.
She made me really understand how my saying words or phrases quickly really doesn't fool anyone. Nothing is masked by that technique. And actually just produces gibberish. All that, while-kindly-helping me build confidence.
And I had fun. She never let me sit in "I am overwhelmed", "I want to give up", or the fluster of "I don't know". There is just no room for that when working with her.
I also learned of new strengths and what I am naturally good at and one way to use them strategically. And how to not let that hamper my actual learning.
And at the end of the lesson, she wrote out how I should practice after making sure I understand why that sequence benefits my particular abilities and difficulties.
She was also able to answer a quick cultural question and increase my understanding of the French and other Europeans.
And lastly, in addition to the thrill of discovering room in my subconscious and ear for a new language, I learned so much about me. Working with Llyane is life changing.
I consider the opportunity to work with her to be such a gift.
Deborah - Photographer - USA
Bilingual Intensif
"the way she teaches is what makes learning French for me, enjoyable and fun! "
I have been taking weekly Skype lessons with Llyane for almost 2 months now, and it's been great!
I find her teaching style to be very, very good and extremely helpful. The way she teaches is what makes learning French for me, enjoyable and fun!
I had taken French lessons 2 years ago with another teacher, but that teacher's approach was not fun and she made it extremely difficult for me to retain what I had learned in the class. With Llyane, I am able to retain much of what I have been taught in each class, with some minimal repetition. The class ends with me feeling good about what I learned and motivating me to move to the next lesson each week.
I would highly recommend her to anyone! Her programs are first class, and Llyane knows what she is doing. If you are thinking of signing up with her, do it! You will NOT regret it!
Mike Southwood - National Account Manager at Quinco and Co. Inc. - Canada
Bilingual Extensif Gold
"she has her ways of teaching and, let me tell you - it WORKS!"
I am really impressed with the Skype lessons.
Llyane is well organized and well educated. She definitely knows what she is doing. She is very passionate about French as well as very patient with her student.
She has her ways of teaching and, let me tell you - it WORKS!
Thank you Llyane! All the best for the future :)
Eva Lacna - Account Manager at Dental Mart Sales.com - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"I couldn’t imagine to be able to write the dictée on the third lesson with just two mistakes!"
I couldn’t imagine to be able to write the dictée on the third lesson with just two mistakes! Awesome!
This positive result inspires me to do much more than I expected from myself.
Thanks a lot, Llyane! I really look forward surprising my friends in a few months :)
Natalie Bodnarenko - Business owner - UK
Bilingual Intensif
"a tremendous learning experience"
Llyane has been my super French Guru... so meticulous in her approach towards the language in general and to French pronunciation in particular !!!
Having subjected me to introspection, she opened my eyes to the pronunciation flaws while placing me on track towards correct French pronunciation. I realized how pronunciation can be so critical to speaking French simply because a word even though, spelt the same, could have a different meaning or a similar sounding word with a slightly different pronunciation could have a different meaning.
Imaginez « le livre » et « la livre » ou « le désert » et « le dessert » !!! Her technique to French pronunciation has been extremely interesting and a tremendous learning experience !
Kannan Krishnan - Canada
Conversation
"I'm over the moon!!!"
I did receive my tests results and I received my 'B' level in both my reading and writing tests!!!
I'm over the moon!!!
Thanks so much for all your help - I couldn't have done it without you!!!
Kate Hehir - Human Resources Specialist - Canada
Skype Intensive
"helped and inspired me to do things that I only dreamed of doing"
Dear Llyane,
Thank you again for your incredible kindness.
I so appreciate your concern and caring for me and your all students. You’re a great teacher...
I read all of your sent emails and it helped and inspired me to do things that I only dreamed of doing.
Waheed Hashime - Afghanistan
Free French Crash Course
"quickly I built up my confidence in speaking French"
I have had Skype classes for a few weeks with Llyane.
I got rid of the doubts I usually have with a teacher; she is very keen in detecting what I am missing and brings me on the right track. She provides summarized notes after each lesson, which emphasizes the places that I need to pay attention to. Quickly I built up my confidence in speaking French.
Thanks Llyane! I shall follow you for a long while.
Lucy Liao - Canada
Conversation
"a dream come true"
Llyane is an amazing coach for anyone wanting to learn and improve their skills of French! Her dedication and individualized sessions make the learning process an exciting and enjoyable journey!
As someone who is a beginner, I find one-on-one Skype sessions with Llyane to be a dream come true for someone who dreams of speaking French fluently. At the beginning of one's journey, it is easy to get discouraged and having someone to remind you to focus on the progress you are making instead of the mistakes you are making is so important.
No matter what level of French you are at, I would definitely recommend Llyane as an expert of French you are looking for!
Alena - USA
Audiobook
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Great!
Head over to see how you can work with me here!
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“Learning a second language was something I have never endeavored before...”I could not be more satisfied with Llyane and with the outstanding program that she offers.
When I met her, learning a second language was something I have never endeavored before, and I thought that it is not my strength compared to my abilities in mathematics, engineering, athletics, etc.
The lessons are consistently challenging but not overwhelming. They are brilliantly interwoven so that the student is introduced to new concepts by leveraging and reinforcing material from previous weeks.
Llyane is an exceptional teacher. She is very patient, and, without a doubt, she knows how to teach the language. She has the ability to take me out of my comfort zone so that we can concentrate on my weaknesses. At the same time, she doesn’t allow me to be critical of myself.
With Llyane, I have learned that my mistakes are not to be loathed but are instead to be embraced as opportunities to learn and to grow. It has been my experience in life that people with such understanding, insight, and guidance are rare.
I give Llyane my highest recommendation to anyone who wants to learn French or to improve upon what they already know. I have not regretted for one second my decision to work with Llyane and to take her course.
I only wish that I would have found her sooner!
Troy Teague - CTO and Board Director - USA
Bilingual Intensif, Avancé, Immersion Retreat
“I'm fluently conversing with native French speakers in Paris” Llyane has taught me French for 7 years, since I was in grade 5.
Over the years, some of my most memorable French-related accomplishments include fluently conversing with native French speakers in Paris, consistently receiving extremely high marks in my French classes at school, and achieving a perfect score (800) on the SAT French Subject Test.
I would not have been able to achieve any of these results without Llyane. Her expertise and work-ethic are incredible; her teaching methods are effective, fun, and approachable.
Most importantly, she’s far more than just a tutor, she’s a brilliant language coach, a mentor, and a friend. If you want to learn French efficiently and develop a love of the language and culture, I cannot recommend Llyane highly enough.
Dasha Met - Student, Harvard University - Canada
Bilingual Intensif, Avancé
"my French skills have dramatically improved"
I had not studied or practiced my French in several years. I met an older gentleman from church who had lived in Germany and spoke fluent German when he lived there. He told me about how he let his language skills go and now cannot speak German at all. Hearing this story prompted me to seek out a French class to pick back up my language skills and improve them.
I wanted to take an online class due to the flexibility and not having to drive anywhere. In fact, I wound up moving 3000+ miles away from where I was living when I started and I have been able to continue on the same program.
My French skills have dramatically improved in the last months while working with Llyane. By working on a one on one basis with Llyane, she has been able to point out misconceptions about pronunciation and grammar that I have had since beginning to learn the language. For example how to pronounce “huit”, a word that I learned very early, but have been saying incorrectly and no one else ever corrected me! Just today, I had a dream where I was speaking French to a lady on the phone planning a vacation. I directly attribute this experience from my classes with Llyane.
What I like best is that Llyane is ways available to ask questions. Having a flexible schedule and the convenience of online classes. I can still get a weekly class in regardless of where I am.
Being able to speak my native language when necessary has helped immensely to understand grammar constructs that I did not understand previously. It has also helped me in pronunciation like in the word “coudre” where “cou” rhymes with the English word “who”.
Having weekly lessons with Llyane has helped to keep me on track to learn French. Even when I have an extremely busy week and don’t have much time to practice I always have our hour together each week.
My first child was born four months ago. It’s my hope that he will learn to speak French as well. Because all languages are foreign to him, we watch French children shows together like Rue Sésame, Caillou and Monde des petits. It’s a special time for us together and I even pick up lots of new vocabulary. Having Llyane there to ask questions about things that I read or watch and getting further clarification has been invaluable.
If you consider learning french with Llyane and are hesitant, I’d say to you: Do it! Llyane is an excellent coach, and having an online course can fit into your schedule!
If you are someone who wants to maintain and improve your French language skills, especially if you are in danger of losing the skill that you have already gained, you shouldn’t delay for any reason. Llyane is an excellent teacher and available when you need her the most. I’ve experienced a dramatic improvement in my French.
Aaron Conran - Sr. Software Architect - USA
Bilingual Intensif, Avancé
They did it. So can you.
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"I am extremely happy with the progress that I have made and continue to make"
I have been studying with Llyane for about a year and a half, and I have never regretted the decision.
Before I found Llyane and her French coaching methods, I had attempted to learn the French language several times through various means such as high school courses, college courses, adult education classes, classes taught through French associations, and self-learning apps. Each time I became more and more discouraged, and I began to believe that I would never be able to not only learn but speak the French language.
There had to be something out there that would work for me.
Out of desperation and frustration late one night, I found Llyane’s website. I decided to give it one last try and filled out the contact form. I am extremely grateful that I did. Llyane is an amazing teacher, mentor, and coach who puts you at ease from the very beginning.
I especially like her Pronunciation Cure course which has helped me become more confident speaking French because I know the rules of pronunciation. I also appreciate her patience, gentle prodding, and encouragement every time we meet.
Llyane’s method is completely different than what I had been used to, but it works!
Initially, she took the time to really know my strengths and weaknesses, to figure out how I learn best, and most of all, to understand my goals. Because of this, she has modified her method to take advantage of my learning style. For instance, I am very analytical and like to understand the mechanics of grammar. Llyane breaks the French language down so that I understand it.
I have progressed farther than I have before, even with years of learning, and it’s because of Llyane and her method.
I also really enjoy the group conversation sessions. While meeting with Llyane once a week for a lesson is wonderful and where I am able to ask all of my in-depth questions, the group lessons build upon what I have learned and the progress that I am making. They encourage active listening since everyone speaks differently and inspires impromptu conversation with those at a similar level which aids in reaching for vocabulary and sentence structure. As a shy, introverted person, this safe place to make mistakes is truly wonderful.
Because of Llyane and her method, I am more confident in speaking French, and I am extremely happy with the progress that I have made and continue to make. I wish that I had found her earlier.
If you are hesitant, I’d urge you to give it a chance. I may just change your life!
Michelle Reiher - University Professor - USA
Bilingual Extensif Diamond, Avancé
"I'm well on my way to becoming fluent in French"
I took advantage of the J'Ouellette program with an eye on generally expanding my work horizons. What I got was a whole new way of looking at the world. I'm well on my way to becoming fluent in French but, in addition, I've learned not to underestimate myself.
Llyane has a way of unlocking one's potential that transcends simply learning another language. Her vast array of experience in a variety of industries translates (excuse the pun) into an exercise in re-examining one's goals and ambitions. Her generosity of spirit allows one to tackle things which may have seemed intimidating in a safe, non-judgemental environment.
I would advise anyone to take advantage of what this lovely lady has to teach. I haven't regretted taking the plunge for a second, and I'm fully confident that anyone else who invests in themselves in this way will agree. Llyane has my 100% endorsement. Elle est un entraîneur incroyable... en français aussi bien que dans des compétences de vie.
Will Scott - Social Media Expert and Public Speaker - South Africa
Bilingual Intensif
"after only three lessons I felt I could already hear the difference in my accent... In 5 short weeks I have noticed a tremendous improvement in my spoken French"
Llyane is a fantastic teacher!
I came to her because even though I went through French immersion and even took some university courses in French, I knew I had a terrible accent and serious problems with grammar. These issues kept me from succeeding in French and made me nervous about speaking. After only three lessons I felt I could already hear the difference in my accent, and I was understanding principles and rules of French grammar that had eluded me through years of education. I had intended to take lessons for only a short period, but I have been having so much fun during her lessons that I can't stop!
In 5 short weeks I have noticed a tremendous improvement in my spoken French abilities - in terms of vocabulary development, accent and grammar, and have started getting lots of compliments from native French speakers on my French! I highly recommend Llyane as an instructor. Her methodology works. At the end of each class my confidence was improved and I had fun doing it. I can't recommend her enough.
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Just wanted to drop you a line to tell you the good news.
I just took a French placement test from the University of Ottawa. The test is composed of three components – listening, reading and grammar. Each component includes three sections – each one varying in length and difficulty. I had taken the test about 8 months ago and I was rated as “F5” which is a true intermediate level. When I took it again today, I was rated “F7” – which is an advanced level!
While taking the test, I just kept reminding myself to go slowly, and was thinking in French with a better accent – I even came across the word ‘mesure’ and knew how to say it properly. Also, all your help with passé composé really helped me with the grammar parts.
Thank you SO MUCH! I credit you ENTIRELY with the new score on the test.
Trish MacDonald - Human Resources Specialist - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
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"I wish I had the time and space to express all I have learned"
So very happy I found Llyane on Facebook a little over a year ago.
I wish I had the time and space to express all I have learned from her. She is actually more than just a teacher/coach of the French language.
She is also a mentor, cheerleader and someone who understands her clients and really, really wants them to learn. She "pushes" me to do better... for myself. No guilt trips, no games and no harsh retributions when I backslide on occasion. I feel I have to "unlearn" all of my previous lessons/attempts at learning French because Llyane's method is quite different. I have learned... (slowly) to relax, have "fun" and approach this learning not as a typical "class" but, as something goal oriented... for me.
Her approach is different and her ultimate goal for you, the student, is for you to achieve whatever level that you seek.
My only regret is that I did not find this wonderful woman first... before I enrolled in the failed attempts at learning French through the typical structured system that many educational systems use today. I feel blessed to have found her. And, will continue my journey with her help as long as possible.
I encourage any and everyone to give this method a shot before enrolling in structured classes etc. You won't be disappointed!
Jeffery Howard - Self employed - USA
Bilingual Intensif
"I could speak a little bit of French but I was lacking confidence"
I had studied French in India from Alliance Française and have been living in France for almost two years now. I could speak a little bit of French but I was lacking confidence. There were words that I could never pronounce correctly.
Hence, I decided to take French lessons and, since I was interning during weekdays, I could only take either late evening classes or on weekends!
By God's grace I happened to be on Llyane's website and instantly took with her my first Skype session where she listed down all my problems and advised me a customized solution for my needs.
From that day to this day which is only a span of 3 months, I genuinely thank her for being there. She is a Perfect coach that I could ever ask for. Her lessons are so well designed like I always tell her they are "tongue twisting" because your tongue literally gymnasts and the words come out with perfect pronunciation!
I have taken classes before as I mentioned above and they were always in group which probably made me feel shy and never allowed me to even speak in class thus made me hesitant in speaking French! But with Llyane, she is there to correct you with every letter you pronounce and she makes sure that it turns out to be perfect and comes to you naturally with all her magical tricks!
You will always learn something new in her lessons even if you have taken lessons from somewhere else before.The best part is that you are never overwhelmed by the course. It's just up to the mark: not too little and not too much!
Also, she has a very flexible schedule for the Skype classes, you always have choices available as per your comfort even if you are continents away! I'm always excited and look forward for my next session with her. She gives so much personal attention to every detail of your progress and your needs that it is commendable.
I am fortunate to have her as my French instructor. She is in every way a true language Master with an exceptional methodology for language learning.
Thank you Llyane for being my French Guru.
Brinda Gupta - Associate at Ernst & Young - France
Bilingual Intensif, Avancé
"A2 to B2 in days"
After taking the plunge and deciding I need to become really good really fast at French, 13 days before my exam, I had the good fortune of finding Llyane; she is custom-tailoring her creative and pragmatic multi-disciplinary approach specifically for my situation and I am seeing results. Moreover, I see Llyane as not merely offering a service but truly as someone who is in service from their place of empowered expertise. I know that by working with Llyane I have set myself up for success in the best way possible, and regardless of what the test score says, I’ll have a long and rich relationship with French.
David Zangwill - University Student - USA/ Canada
Skype intensive
"the people in my life cannot believe how much I have learned in such a short period of time!"
I am very grateful to have come across Llyane.
I knew almost no French when I began with her nearly 8 months ago. I am now moving to France in one week, and although I am not yet completely fluent, I am confident in my abilities to communicate effectively.
Llyane paid very close attention to my specific needs and gradually geared her style of teaching towards them, becoming a perfect match for me! I was constantly being challenged and being kept on the edge of my abilities, never bored and never overwhelmed. The people in my life cannot believe how much I have learned in such a short period of time! I love learning French now and cannot wait to utilize what I have learned!
I am sure she can do the same for you! Thanks Llyane!
Laura Licata - Self employed - France
Bilingual Intensif
"I am a lot more confident than I was 3 months ago"
I thank you for all the good you have done me. It may not seem like it but I am a lot more confident than I was 3 months ago. All thanks to you.
Josh Schaffer - Pilot - USA
Bilingual Intensif
They did it. So can you.
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"after five weeks... I took myself by surprise speaking French"
"This is just to say that after five weeks of taking Llyane’s Intensive Course I took myself by surprise speaking French, automatically and without thinking!
I was in a cafe in an English speaking area and was at the counter ready to order my lunch and pay for it. The woman working at the counter spoke French to me (she is French but speaks English typically as she is in an English area) for some reason (maybe I look French?) and I spoke right away back to her in French, ordering my sandwich and coffee. She asked me a couple of questions about my order and I responded in French! She understood me, and didn’t change to English so I must have spoken correctly! She kept on speaking French, telling me my total amount to pay, and I understood everything she said! There was no fear, no hesitation, no second guessing, no translating in my head first, just plain French coming out of my mouth!
Afterwards, once I sat down, I was so proud of myself.
I started with Llyane by signing up for the Intensive course. I had only elementary school french education, and wanted to finally slay the dragon so to speak and learn to speak fluently! I have always wanted to speak French well and to be comfortable speaking to others, and while I have attempted to it was always with hesitation. My brain would go into lock down, which I think is pretty normal.
So I have been very motivated and interested in the learning of this language, with the intent of being able to have conversations easily. I told Llyane one of my biggest hurdles to overcome was fear.
I really enjoy doing the lessons.
The first few weeks, especially by the third week, my brain felt like it was shutting down. I told Llyane this and she explained to me it was all a normal process and not to worry. Sure enough, the following week my brain had assimilated the knowledge gained thus far, and I felt much more comfortable going forward. It was like my brain was resisting, then it just unlocked!
I am amazed that after five weeks I had an unplanned, spontaneous conversation with a stranger, in French!
All this to say that Llyane is a very patient, kind coach and numerous times I have felt badly about my pronunciation and incorrect spelling and grammar. She has always responded with kindness and patience. I highly recommend her courses!"
Catherine Parker - Designer - Canada
Bilingual Extensif Gold
"fun, personal and personable"
I had my French session and it was a fun fast-moving hour where I got caught up on what I’ve retained from years-ago and what I need to work to keep my Français moving forward.
I highly recommend this fun, personal and personable young lady who’s only there to help.
Nathan Tannenbaum - Show host at KUNV 91.5FM - USA
Conversation
"I was apprehensive because I started with no knowledge of French"
"I signed up with Llyane to learn a little French for a trip to Paris because I wanted to be polite and learn some basic phrases and manners before I went. I was apprehensive because I started with no knowledge of French except for the word “please” and the phrase “thank you very much” (and I was not even pronouncing those correctly). This evolved into me taking additional courses with Llyane so I could converse with people and comprehend practical conversations rather than just knowing a few phrases that I could say to people.
Llyane’s virtual French coaching has helped me learn how to read, write and speak French within a few months, so that I can move on to her more advanced classes.
This is so much more valuable than learning phrases but not knowing what to say after someone responds to you in French.
Her professionalism, patience, and focus on making my experience unique are what motivate me to take additional classes with her. She tailors the learning experience to each person’s needs and level and that is what makes her programs so valuable.
I highly recommend Llyane’s French coaching for any person, no matter what level you are at, because her passion for teaching, flexible schedules and her personal interaction with addressing your specific needs (rather it be verb conjugation, training your ear to hear in French, honing in on what you don’t even recognize that you are weak at or something unique to you) are what makes her programs fun and worth the investment in yourself.
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I also signed up for the Éclair program before a trip to Paris
to really hone in on my ear training as well as get some specific training around useful hotel, restaurant and travel phrases. She not only sent articles of interest to me but also created special documents for me to help with the things I was interested in discussing and learning, even if it was outside of the Intensif program.
It doesn’t matter what level you are at or even if you have a slight hearing loss and think you can’t learn French. With Llyane's coaching, you can learn! She quickly discovers what it is that limits your learning in order to break through that barrier and move past it.
This is a very flexible program that can fit into anyone’s schedule and the focus is on whatever you decide you want to be coached on. It doesn’t get any better than this!
Llyane is an excellent coach and I can recommend her without hesitation. I will continue taking classes with her and that is the ultimate recommendation."
Kathy - Financial Specialist, Board of Directors - USA
Bilingual Intensif, Éclair
They did it. So can you.
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"I was quite shy about actually trying to speak French"
My lesson with Llyane was terrific. I learned some French on my own prior to the lesson but never used it in conversation, so I was quite shy about actually trying to speak French.
Llyane was amazingly friendly and encouraging though, and pretty soon we were all but conversing in French!
The atmosphere managed to be both friendly and professional, and Llyane's tips were on point and proved useful later on. All in all a great experience, and highly recommended!
The week after our lesson, I was sitting at a restaurant and a group of Frenchmen were at the table behind me. I turned around and said hello in French, and we actually managed to converse for a bit. They were really impressed and I was really happy to be able to do that! I really think our lesson helped me with the confidence to do it, so thanks again!
Eyal Bukchin - Israel
Conversation
"I was frustrated that nothing I had learned before really stuck"
"I took French for a year but still struggled to understand or string together complete sentences. I was frustrated that nothing I had learned before really stuck and didn't find my classes very motivating.
Llyane puts a lot of emphasis on pronunciation, and I realize now how much it matters! It means the difference between past and present, singular and plural. I also like that Llyane gives etymological context to why some words are spelled a certain way. It really helps me remember how to spell them, and it's just fascinating! Llyane also has great energy, so I always feel motivated to learn French. She doesn't let me get away with mistakes, which is great, because it keeps me from turning into a lazy learner.
After just a couple of months, I'm able to correct my own pronunciation while speaking. My comprehension of spoken French has also improved because I now notice the little nuances in pronunciation. During a recent trip to Paris, I was able to say some things in French without getting puzzled looks from the Parisians. I also realized how much my comprehension of French has improved. I notice subtleties in pronunciation and I'm able to communicate better in French. I also really enjoy reading French magazines out loud and recognizing my own pronunciation mistakes.
I think Llyane is a great coach for people who think they don't like, or aren't good at, language learning. She helps you discover and untangle your bad learning or language habits and tailors a method that works for you. I wish she also taught Spanish and Italian because I'd like to improve those as well! I'd recommend her to my mother and friends who want to travel to France.
Llyane has helped me develop better learning habits, and we incorporate grammatical concepts through conversation practice and pronunciation."
Joni Savage - Web Content Manager - USA
Bilingual Extensif Gold
"you are going to achieve fluency"
“The Bilingual Express audio book starts from the basic and builds up vocabulary very fast. It focuses on sentence structure and teaches you how to make up your own based on your vocabulary. What is amazing about this book is that you can use it to improve your listening skill if you finish all the exercises after each lesson. Llyane uses an excellent methodology to structure the book so that you can easily memorize every word and sentence you learn and apply them to your daily conversation. What is also good is that you can do one lesson each day and improve your French quickly in three months.
If you can take note of sentence structures and new words your learn in this book and apply them to your French conversation, you are going to achieve fluency. You have to work hard to get the most out of it. And never never give it up!
At last, thank you Llyane for creating this excellent resource.”
Mike Zhu - Student, Harvard University - Canada
Audiobook and Skype sessions
"this course has helped me undo French language errors"
"I moved to Paris in 2005 to start and operate my Paris tour company Nuit Blanche Tours. I lived in Paris for a few years, spending 9 months each time for the first few years. As a Western Canadian, I was armed for this adventure with only my spotty (and forgotten) school French and cereal box reading, plus 6 months of listening to language tapes. As a disciple of pure immersion to the French language and culture, I gradually learned French by talking to waiters in cafés, with Parisian friends and from other Anglos whose French was as bad as mine!
Llyane's pronunciation course was brilliant and helped me to finally learn proper rules and break down words very slowly so that I could distinguish between sounds. This course has helped me undo French language errors that tragically I know I had been making and I can't wait to try out my new skills in Paris this June and July. Merci beaucoup Llyane!!"
Karen H. - Communication Strategist - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"we now conduct the lessons in French, something I would not have believed 3 months ago"
I have been learning French with Llyane for 3 months.
I find the lessons fun, friendly and stress free, but most of all very informative. My French has improved so much so, that we now conduct the lessons in French, something I would not have believed three months ago. Llyane is flexible with the times of the lessons and organizes them to suit my needs.
I find Llyane highly engaging and a great teacher, but beware: these lessons and Llyane are highly addictive!!!
Ian Mccaffrey - Owner at Crosby Plasterers - UK
Bilingual Intensif
They did it. So can you.
Ready to speak French confidently from day one, using the innovative J’ouellette® Method, regardless of your knowledge level? Click here!
"this is so valuable when many of us live busy lives but want to make the most of our free time"
I am so grateful to have found Llyane’s “J’Ouellette – Learn Parisian French on Skype”.
I was finding the slow progress of previous large group lessons frustrating, and kept “hitting a wall” with my grammar. This set-up is exactly what I had been looking for, but couldn’t find! An efficient way of learning in my own time, but also incorporating intensive one-to-one sessions with Llyane – fantastic!
Llyane has created a method that is both enjoyable and addictive! In the short time that I have known her she has already been so kind, generous and flexible, working around my schedule and needs, even when we are on different continents! This is so valuable when many of us live busy lives but want to make the most of our free time.
Thank you so much for sharing your passion for the language and creating this excellent programme Llyane, I can’t wait for my next module & looking forward to the rest of my French language journey with you :-)
Sioned Owens - Ski trainer - UK
Bilingual Intensif
"a master in her field"
She is a master in her field. If you are looking for a great coach you have just found her. Believe me there is no better instructor to learn the French language.
Alexander Aton - Self employed
United States
"has helped me gain confidence in speaking French properly"
I have always wanted to learn French as a second language. And with Llyane’s help I have made a huge improvement. Llyane has a wonderful way of explaining the French language.
She takes the time to ensure that you understand and incorporate correct French grammar and pronunciation into your conversation!
She explains the rules of French in a way that makes sense and helps you naturally apply it to your learning.
She has helped me gain confidence in speaking French properly. Llyane has a wonderful way of coaching her students.
I was impressed with the lessons and will recommend her to anyone who is motivated to learn and speak French!
Vanora Reghelini - Registered nurse - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"working with Llyane has been a sure thing"
Llyane has been great to work with, and you will get as much progress out of it as you're willing to put in. Effort doesn't guarantee results in every part of life, but I'd say that working with Llyane has been a sure thing.
It's crazy to think that I have only been working with Llyane for about a year. My only regret is that I didn't start with her sooner.
Jerry Mangona - Financial Advisor, self employed - USA
Bilingual Intensif
"super-impressed with the attention to detail"
Even with two semesters of university level French linguistics courses I still struggled with pronunciation of new words and continued to inflict my American accent on French pronunciation. It was evident that knowing the “rules” hadn’t brought my pronunciation to the level it needed to be because I was still getting puzzled looks from native French speakers as my mispronunciations and/or accent often changed the meanings of the words I was using.
After Llyane’s Master Class in Pronunciation I can hear the difference it has made in my pronunciation! Better still, I have become more aware of my pronunciation errors as I hear myself speak and can self-correct. The pronunciation class filled in the missing pieces for me. For the first time, I now see and hear the patterns, organization and structure behind the pronunciation of French words.
Debbie Cochener - Owner at France Travel Info - USA
Bilingual Intensif, Avancé
They did it. So can you.
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"I am more relaxed and ready to become fluent"
I was looking for enjoyable and interesting lessons in French, because I live in Switzerland.
Today, after 5 months of weekly lessons with Llyane, I am more relaxed and ready to become fluent.
I am impressed with her professional skill and teaching abilities, and I have advanced a lot during our work together.
I always recommend Llyane to my friends, in case they are in need of learning French, because she is an expert and she knows how to make French easy for her clients and helps them learn it fast.
My sincere and best wishes to you Llyane. I am so happy that i know you and i have this opportunity that you exist.
Rev. Père Goossan Aljanian - Switzerland
Bilingual Intensif
"I now speak French with greater ease"
Before working with Llyane, I was hesitant to speak French, even though I knew many words and was able to write and read with much more fluency.
My pronunciation often sounded more American, and my lack of confidence made me reluctant to engage in conversations. Llyane's guidance and lessons have been transformative. Her patience and personalized approach helped me not only refine my pronunciation but also build my confidence.
With her support, I now speak French with greater ease, especially when I’m in France.
Mai Libman - United States
Bilingual Extensif Diamond
"I was amazed to blitz through a program designed for 6 months in just half the time"
Back in March 2020, as the COVID pandemic took hold and we were told to stay home, I was seeking employment in the golf tourism market. With travel restricted, the industry was collapsing. I decided to gain new qualifications to boost my chances when things returned to normal and thought about learning French and Spanish. Since I was stuck at home, why not study online? While searching, I came across an ad for J’Ouellette that intrigued me. I contacted Llyane, and after a promising chat, I signed up immediately.
Without a laptop (shops were closed), Llyane and I started lessons via Skype on my phone. Having never studied at university, I found the start challenging, despite considering myself educated. Llyane patiently guided me through my gaps in grammar and other deficiencies. When one method didn’t work, she found another way to make the French language click. This boosted my confidence and unlocked a creative side of me I didn’t know existed. As a former football coach, I was used to motivating others, but now the boot was on the other foot, and I enjoyed learning something new about myself.
At first, I counted down the minutes of each session, fearful of making a fool of myself. I struggled to admit when I didn’t understand, but Llyane taught me to trust her and be honest, emphasizing that she was always in my corner. Thanks to her support, I hope to soon be a confident, French-speaking Scotsman.
I was amazed to blitz through a program designed for 6 months in just half the time. If you doubt your ability to tackle French, take it from me—I’m living proof that it’s possible. Lace up, stay in the game, and keep pushing forward!
Gordon Hindley - United Kingdom
Bilingual Extensif
"she has you speaking in French immediately"
“I am so grateful for Llyane Stanfield and her French immersive program. She is the best French teacher/coach I have found. She is patient, compassionate, knowledgeable and her style of teaching is excellent.
I am not an easy student to work with and she worked with me through all of the challenges with grace.
If you have had language classes before in the typical style that most classes are in, you will be delightfully surprised that Llyane's teaching style is very different and I believe much better than your typical language courses. She has you speaking in French immediately.
Whether you are new to French or want to improve upon your current skills, I highly recommend you work with her. She is a valuable delight!"
Kimberly Palm - The Stress Free Travel Diva™, World Travel Expert and Bestselling Author - USA
Skype Intensive
"everyone is very impressed with my pronunciation"
“I'm in France now, and even though we weren't able to connect the last couple of weeks due to my work and travel commitments, I have been thinking of you and our lessons a lot.
Thank you SO much for the work you did with me! I have been in France for three days so far, and even though my French is not up to speed I am having so much fun. Everyone is very impressed with my pronunciation and is helping me learn new French words. Today, I ordered my first meal entirely in French!
When we are back I'm going to have my boyfriend do your pronunciation course with you.
You really changed my life and have helped make this experience a wonderful one.
All my love from France"
Saarika Varma - MP, Executive Consultant at Varma Initiative Consulting - Canada
Extensif Gold
"A Journey of Growth and Connection
through the J'Ouellette® Société"
I began working with Llyane Stanfield as my French coach in 2020, using her J'Ouellette® Method. While my French degree provided a solid foundation, I sought more verbal practice and pronunciation refinement. Llyane’s J'Ouellette® Extensif was exactly what I needed, offering both expert guidance and a welcoming community of fellow French learners.
The Société Facebook group allowed me to connect with individuals from around the world, which became especially invaluable during the isolation brought about by Covid. Through Llyane’s private coaching, the Club Français group program on Sundays, and ongoing conversations with other members, my fluency and confidence in speaking French have grown immensely. More importantly, I’ve built meaningful relationships within the community. I had weekly conversations with the 'three Debs' — one in Tennessee, another in Pennsylvania, and one in Australia — as well as Kimberly, an American living in Dijon, and Jay from Toronto. I've even had the pleasure of meeting Kimberly twice in France, and I still converse regularly with two of the Debs.
These conversations reflect a shared dedication, with each member bringing their commitment to both language growth and connection. What sets Llyane’s J'Ouellette® Extensif apart is not only the progress I've made but also the lasting friendships. Many coaches charge for access to such networks, making this experience a true privilege for which I’m deeply grateful.
Susan Palmer Marshall - Singer - USA
Bilingual Extensif
"I feel more confident in expressing myself and in understanding others"
I elected to use J'Ouellette because of my need to improve my pronunciation, verbal expression and comprehension of spoken French. I took the Intensif program and benefited greatly from the regular one-on-one lessons.
The Intensif program was a combination of grammar, reading, listening, dictation and self-correction.
The course covered more intensively the areas where I was weak. I was given plenty of time for self-expression both orally and in written stories.
Now, I feel more confident in expressing myself and in understanding others. I recommend J'ouellette Intensif French language coaching for anyone who wants to advance quickly in learning to speak and write French well.
Myrtle Goore - Physician - USA
Bilingual Intensif
They did it. So can you.
Ready to speak French confidently from day one, using the innovative J’ouellette® Method, regardless of your knowledge level? Click here!
"most importantly, thank you for not letting me give up on myself"
Llyane, I just wanted to thank you for helping me get through today’s lesson. The first few minutes into the lesson I truly felt like giving up on my dream of being fluently bilingual. But, by the end of the lesson, I felt much better and that is due to your patience and your wonderful ability to bring out the best in your students.
So, thank you for not giving up on me, but most importantly, thank you for not letting me give up on myself.
Naomi Klazer - Senior Business Analyst - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"anyone wanting to speak french, needing a refresher, or traveling to France!"
Llyane has a wonderful way of letting you try something to see what you are naturally going to say, then coaching you into the correct pronunciation and explaining why. The rules of French build upon themselves and once she teaches you WHY it is said that way, it begins to make sense and you naturally apply it to the new things you are learning. I was most impressed with my lesson and will definitely recommend this to anyone wanting to speak french, needing a refresher, or traveling to France!
Mary Sterk - Artist at "Just Mary Designs" - USA
Conversation
"truly a godsend solution for someone who needs to get somewhere fast and does not have a lot of time"
As a very busy business owner who wants to squeeze in French lessons and practice on a weekly basis... on a schedule that works for me...
I am sooo thankful to have found LLYANE and her “Learn Parisian French on Skype”! I look forward to my homework and look forward to excelling — in part for Llyane, herself, who is so generous and focused in helping ME get to where I want to be… and, more! She is an intuitive and excellent teacher… Truly a godsend solution for someone who needs to get somewhere fast and does not have a lot of time… lots of energy!
So highly recommended!
Hanna Guerra - Owner at "The Busy Genie" - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"with just an hour or two, you can see improvement in yourself and learn to have fun with French!"
Llyane is absolutely amazing!
I am currently a grade 11 student at a French extended school and have been practicing and perfecting my French language skills with Llyane since the summer before grade 9.
She is such a great teacher, since I get a chance to talk freely and practice conversation skills with her on a weekly basis.
My final goal on learning French was to gain the ability of speaking French, a third language, with little to no difficulty.
French extended high school is filled with long writing assignments and pages of grammar work. That is why I think my lessons with Llyane are helping me a lot towards my actual final goal.
She helped me gain confidence in talking and making mistakes to learn from. With her, there are no marks or grades. With just an hour or two, you can see improvement in yourself and learn to have fun with French!
Like I said before, Llyane is absolutely amazing!
HyeJin Park - Student - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"I became aware of mistakes I'd been making for years"
I had tried to sign up with a French language school in my city but just couldn't make my schedule work with theirs. Llyane is super flexible and was able to fit me in at various times throughout the week to meet my needs.
She immediately honed in on my particular issues and I became aware of mistakes I'd been making for years. I also finally really understood why some French rules are the way they are. I had many aha! moments while conversing with Llyane over Skype.
Her method is effective and easy. I always look forward to our sessions.
Kim Alf - Software Trainer - Canada
Avancé
They did it. So can you.
Ready to speak French confidently from day one, using the innovative J’ouellette® Method, regardless of your knowledge level? Click here!
"Today, I'm relaxed and comfortable"
I am learning French because I like the French culture and I think learning the language enhances my enjoyment of it. When I decided to start studying French, I wanted to work with someone directly for my own accountability. I also thought that I would make better progress. Llyane’s program offered 1:1 coaching and focused on speaking which was different from other programs I considered.
When I started learning, I was very nervous and scared to make mistakes. I had no experience with French at all. Llyane coached me through the fear of being in a live group session, the resistance to trying and making mistakes, and the frustration of learning new pronunciation and ways of speaking.
Llyane not only knows French, but also knows about the learning process, about how the brain works when learning a new language, and the challenges that it can bring. I think that is important for a successful language coach.
Today, I am relaxed in the live group sessions and am comfortable making mistakes. This is a big accomplishment for me. I’ve learned to be kind to myself during this process. I actually enjoy learning French now.
In 2022 I went to Paris and I was so excited to be able to read the signs and the menus and understand a little bit of those fast-speaking native speakers. I was even more excited to be able to speak. I was still nervous, yet I learned how to work through those feelings. The French appreciate you trying to speak the language. I learned from Llyane that they see it as a sign of respect.
I felt so accomplished when I bought stamps at the post office and asked a cashier for a pen. Of course, there is still a lot to learn and practice. However, the most important thing is that I'm not afraid to try anymore. I now have the confidence to speak the French that I know. And, I have more confidence in my life because I’ve seen myself work through my insecurities and make progress.
If you’re considering learning French with Llyane, I encourage you to give it a try — a real try. Learning a new language takes time and can feel frustrating, and that’s ok. We’ve all been there, and sometimes still are. Be kind to yourself and remember the reasons why you want to learn. On the other side of the fear and frustration is a lot of fun and new expansive experiences.
I’m so proud of myself for sticking with this and very thankful to Llyane who continues to coach me through it all.
Debbie Novitsky - Self employed - USA
Bilingual Intensif, DIY French Club
"Llyane is the No.1 French language coach I would trust"
Llyane is the expert go to French language coach. In fact she is the only coach I know who clearly says and proves that 1-1 coaching is the only and best way to master conversational French.
Llyane is the No.1 French language coach I would trust to up level my conversational French so that I can speak with my French friends and family confidently in this beautiful language at any time.
I don't want to be that silent person in group conversations, just nodding and going back to English each time because I lack the confidence to include myself in conversation even though I think I understand the language. :)
I look forward to Immersion in Paris with you. Every entrepreneur should consider working with you as part of living a healthy, rich, sexy and fabulous lifestyle.
Looking forward to working together again. Merci beaucoup, mon amie.
Marie Piazza - Self employed - USA
Bilingual Intensif
"she knows how to break learning french down in a super easy and fun way!"
Llyane is a rock star at what she does and is extremely passionate about teaching french! She knows how to break learning french down in a super easy and fun way!
Do yourself a favor if you are even considering learning french, start by LIKING this page, follow Llyane and have a chat with her. You won't regret it!
Carolyn Caputo - Self employed
United States
They did it. So can you.
Ready to speak French confidently from day one, using the innovative J’ouellette® Method, regardless of your knowledge level? Click here!
"a renewed sense of self-confidence in which I find myself saying for the first time in many years, “I can do this”"
I have had the same dream for my life since I was five: to travel and learn. All the steps and measures I have taken thus far were made with this specific goal in mind. I am, to put it lightly, inflexible and resistant to change. The engineering and mathematical side to me prefers systems with consistent structure with practically no deviation. In addition, I have unparalleled expectations of the people in my life and of myself. Llyane took me on as a pupil despite all of this and because of her guidance I am in the terrifyingly surreal position of accepting a renewed sense of self-confidence in which I find myself saying for the first time in many years, “I can do this”.
Llyane marries a systematic approach to learning with a refreshing, whimsical outlook on the subject of the French language as well as life in general. This “multidimensional” method opens the door to seeing the world around you in a new light almost as if by magic. The reality of what is happening to you as you move from the first lesson to the last is reminiscent of that fantastical journey of dreams. In short, the J’Ouellette system is much more than an online class. It is an experience that changes your perspective on life, inspires you to reach new goals and potentials, and allows you to relieve yourself of the rigid walls of traditional learning.
As for Llyane herself, in her you gain a friend and confidante who can simultaneously coax and demand from you only your absolute best. She encourages mistakes, embraces personal quirks, and remoulds herself to fit each of her students in order to become an individualized rock of support. Her “back-to-basics” concept of teaching offers you the chance to experience how appreciating to simple things in life can open your eyes. She dares you to dream, challenges you to push past any misconceptions you may have about yourself, and, when all is said and done, leaves you feeling a little wiser and a little more French.
Leah Downey - Financial Technician - USA
Bilingual Intensif
"my warm and sincere thanks for preparing me for Paris"
Our two weeks on rue Mouffetard in Paris was superb! Best of all, I enjoyed the chance to speak French! It was interesting how formal shop keepers can be. Never heard “salut” – always more formal. I did lots of listening and copying. It was so useful knowing about “future proche” and using it easily.
My warm and sincere thanks for preparing me for Paris. I greatly appreciated all your wise teaching and will enjoy reviewing what I have. I’ll enjoy your newsletter and minute-a-day lessons.
All the best for your trip later this summer. With appreciation and gratitude,
Mary Wilson - Executive Administrator - Canada
Skype Intensive
"colleagues... are impressed"
Excellent work in promoting language learning online, J’Ouellette! Your link was sent to colleagues who are also impressed.
Janette Sedgebeer - Founder and Consulting Director of "Executive Language Tutors"
United Kingdom
"her product... is YOUR SUCCESS "
Llyane is an effective teacher if you want to learn to speak, think, and write French. She has an excellent correcting ear and reinforces you positively. Her accelerated program is very effective. The program builds comprehension and confidence.
Llyane is extremely flexible with your schedule if you are a professional with other time obligations. At the same time she does not compromise her product which is YOUR SUCCESS.
The program is a fine value for what you get.
Michael Craig - Business owner - UK
Bilingual Intensif
"working with Llyane is life changing"
One of my biggest fears of learning another language was having to speak it to others.
Data mining written information, especially day to day or marketing, is relatively doable. Pronouncing? Especially when written in front of me? A whole other story.
So, imagine my delight when Llyane had me discovering words for myself in lesson. And I did.
There it was. On a page. No place to hide or squirm. Just take it slow. Slow-er. Some French pronunciation rules finally made sense. And I could use it. Not overwhelming and not moving on too quickly or jumping on to something that didn't relate in my mind.
And this is one of the many areas she shines. Very quickly upon jumping in, Llyane tailored what we were doing - to me and how she could best help.
Even my sweetie said - "She was really good. She is like what a teacher is supposed to be."
Llyane also starts from a place of "the student can do this". I so appreciate her holding that space. She is very effective and efficient and certainly makes the most of sixty minutes.
Llyane came highly recommended from a friend and still she surpassed what I imagined.
She made me really understand how my saying words or phrases quickly really doesn't fool anyone. Nothing is masked by that technique. And actually just produces gibberish. All that, while-kindly-helping me build confidence.
And I had fun. She never let me sit in "I am overwhelmed", "I want to give up", or the fluster of "I don't know". There is just no room for that when working with her.
I also learned of new strengths and what I am naturally good at and one way to use them strategically. And how to not let that hamper my actual learning.
And at the end of the lesson, she wrote out how I should practice after making sure I understand why that sequence benefits my particular abilities and difficulties.
She was also able to answer a quick cultural question and increase my understanding of the French and other Europeans.
And lastly, in addition to the thrill of discovering room in my subconscious and ear for a new language, I learned so much about me. Working with Llyane is life changing.
I consider the opportunity to work with her to be such a gift.
Deborah - Photographer - USA
Bilingual Intensif
They did it. So can you.
Ready to speak French confidently from day one, using the innovative J’ouellette® Method, regardless of your knowledge level? Click here!
"the way she teaches is what makes learning French for me, enjoyable and fun! "
I have been taking weekly Skype lessons with Llyane for almost 2 months now, and it's been great!
I find her teaching style to be very, very good and extremely helpful. The way she teaches is what makes learning French for me, enjoyable and fun!
I had taken French lessons 2 years ago with another teacher, but that teacher's approach was not fun and she made it extremely difficult for me to retain what I had learned in the class. With Llyane, I am able to retain much of what I have been taught in each class, with some minimal repetition. The class ends with me feeling good about what I learned and motivating me to move to the next lesson each week.
I would highly recommend her to anyone! Her programs are first class, and Llyane knows what she is doing. If you are thinking of signing up with her, do it! You will NOT regret it!
Mike Southwood - National Account Manager at Quinco and Co. Inc. - Canada
Bilingual Extensif Gold
"she has her ways of teaching and, let me tell you - it WORKS!"
I am really impressed with the Skype lessons.
Llyane is well organized and well educated. She definitely knows what she is doing. She is very passionate about French as well as very patient with her student.
She has her ways of teaching and, let me tell you - it WORKS!
Thank you Llyane! All the best for the future :)
Eva Lacna - Account Manager at Dental Mart Sales.com - Canada
Bilingual Intensif
"I couldn’t imagine to be able to write the dictée on the third lesson with just two mistakes!"
I couldn’t imagine to be able to write the dictée on the third lesson with just two mistakes! Awesome!
This positive result inspires me to do much more than I expected from myself.
Thanks a lot, Llyane! I really look forward surprising my friends in a few months :)
Natalie Bodnarenko - Business owner - UK
Bilingual Intensif
They did it. So can you.
Ready to speak French confidently from day one, using the innovative J’ouellette® Method, regardless of your knowledge level? Click here!
"a tremendous learning experience"
Llyane has been my super French Guru... so meticulous in her approach towards the language in general and to French pronunciation in particular !!!
Having subjected me to introspection, she opened my eyes to the pronunciation flaws while placing me on track towards correct French pronunciation. I realized how pronunciation can be so critical to speaking French simply because a word even though, spelt the same, could have a different meaning or a similar sounding word with a slightly different pronunciation could have a different meaning.
Imaginez « le livre » et « la livre » ou « le désert » et « le dessert » !!! Her technique to French pronunciation has been extremely interesting and a tremendous learning experience !
Kannan Krishnan - Canada
Conversation
"I'm over the moon!!!"
I did receive my tests results and I received my 'B' level in both my reading and writing tests!!!
I'm over the moon!!!
Thanks so much for all your help - I couldn't have done it without you!!!
Kate Hehir - Human Resources Specialist - Canada
Skype Intensive
"helped and inspired me to do things that I only dreamed of doing"
Dear Llyane,
Thank you again for your incredible kindness.
I so appreciate your concern and caring for me and your all students. You’re a great teacher...
I read all of your sent emails and it helped and inspired me to do things that I only dreamed of doing.
Waheed Hashime - Afghanistan
Free French Crash Course
"quickly I built up my confidence in speaking French"
I have had Skype classes for a few weeks with Llyane.
I got rid of the doubts I usually have with a teacher; she is very keen in detecting what I am missing and brings me on the right track. She provides summarized notes after each lesson, which emphasizes the places that I need to pay attention to. Quickly I built up my confidence in speaking French.
Thanks Llyane! I shall follow you for a long while.
Lucy Liao - Canada
Conversation
"a dream come true"
Llyane is an amazing coach for anyone wanting to learn and improve their skills of French! Her dedication and individualized sessions make the learning process an exciting and enjoyable journey!
As someone who is a beginner, I find one-on-one Skype sessions with Llyane to be a dream come true for someone who dreams of speaking French fluently. At the beginning of one's journey, it is easy to get discouraged and having someone to remind you to focus on the progress you are making instead of the mistakes you are making is so important.
No matter what level of French you are at, I would definitely recommend Llyane as an expert of French you are looking for!
Alena - USA
Audiobook
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* Consumer Testimonials. As with any learning program, your results using the J'Ouellette® programs may vary from these consumer testimonials. Your results will be based on many variables, such as your level of effort, ease with languages, personal qualities, knowledge, skills, and a host of other factors. Since these factors differ for each individual, we cannot guarantee your success, results, or income level, nor are we responsible for your success or failure. J'Ouellette® programs are not a "become fluent quick" scheme. It takes lots of time, effort, and dedication. We believe that we provide you a great toolbox to achieve your desired results, and these grads agree.
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