It's Not You. It's How You Were Taught

Every method you tried trained understanding, not speaking French. That's why you freeze despite months or years of serious study.

The Cruel Truth About French Learning Nobody Tells You

You've studied French for years. You can read a menu in Paris. You understand the waiter when he speaks slowly. You might have even passed a B1 exam.

But the second someone asks you a question in French, the second you need to actually respond, your mind goes blank.

But here's the truth: You don't have a learning problem. You have a method problem.

Every method you've tried, grammar courses, vocabulary apps, listening programs, taught you to understand French. But understanding and speaking are completely different skills.

When you read, your brain is in "reception mode." When you speak, your brain needs "production mode." These are two separate cognitive abilities.

You can't learn to play piano by listening to Mozart. You have to put your hands on the keys.

Why Everything You've Tried Has Failed

You sign up for a course. You learn grammar rules. Then you go to France, someone asks a question, and you cannot produce a single coherent sentence. You translate in your head, search for words, and by the time you're ready, the moment has passed.

Here is why most methods fail:

  • Traditional Courses: You learn by heart rules and lists of words. But these methods assume you have plenty of time to think, so they don't teach you the reflexes that you need to find your words in French conversations and speak confidently.
  • Listening Methods: They promise speaking will "emerge naturally." It never does. Understanding is not speaking.
  • Shadowing: Repeating phrases after a recording is just "parrot learning." You're teaching your mouth to move, but you're not teaching your mind to think in French. The moment you need to create an original sentence, you're lost.
  • Apps: Optimized for engagement (streaks and points), not for speaking ability.

You've spent years training the wrong skill.

What If You Could Finally Train the Skill That Actually Matters?

Imagine sitting down with a French speaker. They ask you a question. Instead of freezing... you just answer.

Naturally. The words come out because your brain has been trained to produce them, not just recognize them.

This is possible through practicing actual production. From day one.

The Speaking Method That Changes Everything

If you want to speak French, you need to practice speaking French.

Not listening. Not reading. But actually producing original French sentences, out loud, from your own thinking, starting from the very first lesson.

So this is what the program Spoken French Now does. This program uses two complementary training approaches that work together to build real speaking ability:

1. Guided Speaking Sessions

In these sessions, you learn sentence structures, but immediately after, you are guided to create original French sentences out loud.

As you make French sentences slowly out loud by yourself, you get the confidence to use these sentences in public.

But you aren't repeating what you heard or filling in blanks. You are creating. You are thinking in French. The guidance ensures you build sentences correctly, training your brain to go directly from thought to French output.

I guide you all along the program so you put the right words together properly. We do original combinations of sentences that are fun and skyrocket your motivation.

As you're always thinking of what you have to say in French, you acquire the French language, and you transform yourself into a French speaker

2. Speed Training Sessions

Understanding structure isn't enough; you need reflexes. These timed exercises transform knowledge into instinct.

You hear English → You have seconds to speak French → You hear the correction.

This eliminates the "freeze" response by training your brain to retrieve language instantly.

You boost your confidence in speaking French.

The short sentences are easy enough so you can make it, and challenging enough so you create the right reflexes and get used to speak French quickly and confidently

Why This Works When Other Methods Don't

The Speaking Method addresses the root cause of the "freeze." Your brain has likely been trained to analyze and translate, but not to speak.

When you practice active production from day one, you build the neural pathways needed for conversation. When you do it under time pressure, you train the ability to access that knowledge quickly.

My students regularly describe breakthrough moments where they realize they are no longer translating, they are thinking in French.

What's Included in Spoken French Now

The complete system to go from "freezing" to confident A2 speaker.

  • 100+ Hours of Video Content: A carefully sequenced journey of 10-minute videos covering all A2 structures.
  • 30 Structured Modules: Delivered every 4 days to prevent overwhelm.
  • Guided Speaking & Speed Training: In every single module.
  • 4 Live 1-on-1 Sessions: Personal practice with me.
  • Personal Support: Ask questions on any video.
  • Lifetime Access: Go at your own pace, forever.

So Spoken French Now is a video series of more than 100 hours total, available 24/7 on a online platform from your computer, tablet and smartphone.

If you practice 50 minutes daily, you'll complete the entire program in four months. And if you take longer, that's perfectly fine. You have lifetime access to return to any lesson whenever you need it.

What You'll Be Able to Do

By the end of Spoken French Now, you will:

  • Have simple day-to-day conversations in French with confidence
  • Respond to French speakers without freezing
  • Construct original sentences on the spot, not just repeat memorized phrases
  • Order at restaurants, chat with locals, navigate everyday situations in France

This isn't about passing a test. This is about speaking with real people in real life.

An Investment in Your Lifelong Dream

If you hired a private tutor for 100 hours of practice, it would cost you €3,000 (100 hours × €30). And that's assuming the tutor has a structured plan.

Then you could add:

  • Apps: €7-13/month adds up over years.
  • Online courses: €100-500 each.
  • Books, classes and other resources: Dozens of small purchases that add up.

And you still can't speak.

Now imagine this: For less than what most people spend on methods that don't work, you could get a complete system that actually does.

And unlike tutoring sessions that disappear the moment they're over, you keep this program forever.

Spoken French Now is a one-time investment for a skill you will keep for the rest of your life.

Choose Your Plan

Monthly Plan

€200

per month for 4 months

  • Full access to all 30 Modules

  • 100+ Hours of video training

  • 4x One-on-one sessions

  • Lifetime access

One-Time Payment

€800

single payment

  • Full access to all 30 Modules

  • 100+ Hours of video training

  • 4x One-on-one sessions

  • Lifetime access

90 DAY
GUARANTEE

The "No-Questions-Asked" 90-Day Guarantee

I assume all the risk. You have 90 days, three full months, to try the program.

Do the modules. Work through the program. See if your confidence grows. If, for any reason, you don't feel this is the breakthrough you’ve been looking for, you decide it's not for you for any reason whatsoever, simply email me.

I will refund 100% of your money. No conditions. No questions asked.

Only 4% of students have ever requested a refund, and mostly due to lack of time. 96% of students succeed.

What Students Are Saying

"It's the best thing since sliced bread! At age 73... I have been working with French for about 5 years, and know a lot of stuff... But I wasn't progressing. Your course puts it together in a very practical format."
Rick, South Carolina USA
"I took private 1:1 lessons, expensive group lessons... and yet couldn't speak. Your system actually removes the pressure from having a person wait for you to compose and say a sentence."
Ivaylo, Bulgaria (living in France)
"I’ve paid soooo much money using various French online courses, books, and apps... I felt like I had a bunch of information in my brain, but still I couldn’t speak. Your method is top tier."
Angela, USA
"What a journey 🥳! Thank you so much Thomas for this brilliant and successful programme that you have created. Besides learning so so much over the months, it has also been a great deal of fun. I do feel more confident in speaking and understanding French; and I am excited to undertake the next level.From a happy student, Merci beaucoup"
Angela, UK
"Your method is forcing me to think in French and I think it is going to help a lot to engage in conversation with others. Other methods I have tried do not do that."
John, Delaware, USA
"I finished the course material. It took five months. I found your course gave me the knowledge and courage to have the first sentence ready when interacting with fellow concert goers and shop keepers."
Smiley, USA
"The logic behind your instruction is brilliant. I am a slow learner (also I am 65 years old) but I know I will eventually speak."
Elizabeth, USA
"For the first time, I can think in French. Your course helped a lot."
John, Delaware, USA
"Your approach seems almost like common sense, yet you’re the only one I’ve found offering an actual online speaking course."
Angela, USA
"It's a complete system which you just have to follow. The price IMO is fair."
Ivaylo, Bulgaria (living in France)
"It's the best thing since sliced bread! At age 73... I have been working with French for about 5 years, and know a lot of stuff... But I wasn't progressing. Your course puts it together in a very practical format."
Rick, South Carolina USA
"I took private 1:1 lessons, expensive group lessons... and yet couldn't speak. Your system actually removes the pressure from having a person wait for you to compose and say a sentence."
Ivaylo, Bulgaria (living in France)
"I’ve paid soooo much money using various French online courses, books, and apps... I felt like I had a bunch of information in my brain, but still I couldn’t speak. Your method is top tier."
Angela, USA
"What a journey 🥳! Thank you so much Thomas for this brilliant and successful programme that you have created. Besides learning so so much over the months, it has also been a great deal of fun. I do feel more confident in speaking and understanding French; and I am excited to undertake the next level.From a happy student, Merci beaucoup"
Angela, UK
"Your method is forcing me to think in French and I think it is going to help a lot to engage in conversation with others. Other methods I have tried do not do that."
John, Delaware, USA
"I finished the course material. It took five months. I found your course gave me the knowledge and courage to have the first sentence ready when interacting with fellow concert goers and shop keepers."
Smiley, USA
"The logic behind your instruction is brilliant. I am a slow learner (also I am 65 years old) but I know I will eventually speak."
Elizabeth, USA
"For the first time, I can think in French. Your course helped a lot."
John, Delaware, USA
"Your approach seems almost like common sense, yet you’re the only one I’ve found offering an actual online speaking course."
Angela, USA
"It's a complete system which you just have to follow. The price IMO is fair."
Ivaylo, Bulgaria (living in France)
"What is most helpful for me is that I have put away my books, notebooks and pens... the speed sessions are teaching me that I can learn to think almost intuitively in French."
Marion, Scotland
"I’m finding your speed training extremely helpful for building spoken French reflexes. Really appreciate the way you consistently build on what you’ve already covered."
Monique, USA
"At last I understand about passé composé and imparfait. I have had these things explained to me before but never understood them until I watched your videos."
Selina, UK
"I'm an older person who will be in France next spring... Your course is brilliant. I am so glad I found it. It really is helping me get the confidence to speak aloud."
Juliette, USA
"With all the methods that I have tried, at least, to achieve a basic level of understanding and communication I truly believe that your course is by far the most effective."
Ian, UK
"Without a doubt, it’s the best course I’ve ever taken."
Guilherme, USA
"I have been struggling for the last two years trying to put together the French words I know in order to speak... But having discovered your website, I am very happy."
Jackson, Canada
"I’m 65 years old, and any new language is always gonna be a struggle... I can't tell you how much I am getting out of your course and how much I'm learning."
Kevin, USA
"I was never quite sure where to put le, la, les but understand now... I am now getting to speak in French as well, which I have never been able to do before."
Selina, UK
"Your videos are just perfect and amazing... my confidence in speaking the French is overwhelming."
Ike, USA (living in France)
"What is most helpful for me is that I have put away my books, notebooks and pens... the speed sessions are teaching me that I can learn to think almost intuitively in French."
Marion, Scotland
"I’m finding your speed training extremely helpful for building spoken French reflexes. Really appreciate the way you consistently build on what you’ve already covered."
Monique, USA
"At last I understand about passé composé and imparfait. I have had these things explained to me before but never understood them until I watched your videos."
Selina, UK
"I'm an older person who will be in France next spring... Your course is brilliant. I am so glad I found it. It really is helping me get the confidence to speak aloud."
Juliette, USA
"With all the methods that I have tried, at least, to achieve a basic level of understanding and communication I truly believe that your course is by far the most effective."
Ian, UK
"Without a doubt, it’s the best course I’ve ever taken."
Guilherme, USA
"I have been struggling for the last two years trying to put together the French words I know in order to speak... But having discovered your website, I am very happy."
Jackson, Canada
"I’m 65 years old, and any new language is always gonna be a struggle... I can't tell you how much I am getting out of your course and how much I'm learning."
Kevin, USA
"I was never quite sure where to put le, la, les but understand now... I am now getting to speak in French as well, which I have never been able to do before."
Selina, UK
"Your videos are just perfect and amazing... my confidence in speaking the French is overwhelming."
Ike, USA (living in France)

Ready to Start Speaking French?

Monthly Plan

€200

per month for 4 months

  • Full access to all 30 Modules

  • 100+ Hours of video training

  • 4x One-on-one sessions

  • Lifetime access

One-Time Payment

€800

single payment

  • Full access to all 30 Modules

  • 100+ Hours of video training

  • 4x One-on-one sessions

  • Lifetime access

Common Questions

Is this really different from other courses I've tried?

Fundamentally different. Most courses teach you about French: grammar rules, vocabulary, comprehension. This course trains you to actually produce French from the first lesson. You'll spend your time making original sentences, not absorbing passive knowledge. If you've tried grammar courses, listening programs, or apps without getting speaking results, this method works completely differently.

I've spent so much money already. How do I know this will work?

I understand the skepticism. You've been burned before. Here's what I can tell you: 55 students have joined this program. Only 2 have requested refunds, and both said it was a time issue, not a method issue. That means everyone who actually used the program was satisfied. Combined with the 90-day guarantee, you're risking nothing to find out if this works for you.

€800 seems expensive.

I understand. At the same time, consider: 100 hours of private tutoring at €30/hour costs €3,000+. Many students tell me they've already spent €2,000-5,000 on French learning that didn't result in speaking ability. At €800 (or €200 × 4), this is a fraction of what failed methods have cost, and it directly addresses the speaking gap that nothing else has fixed. If it works, it's the cheapest solution you've found. If it doesn't, you get your money back.

Am I too old to learn French?

Students in this program range from 20s to 78+. Age isn't the barrier, the method is. Traditional memorization-based learning does get harder with age. But this method doesn't rely on memorization. It builds understanding of how French sentences work, then trains production through practice. Several of my students are in their 60s and 70s, and they initially worried they were "too old." They now tell me they should have found this approach years ago.

What if I don't have time?

Each video is 10 minutes. You can make meaningful progress with one video per day, that's less time than a coffee break. There's no homework. You practice during the videos themselves. And you have lifetime access, so there's no pressure to finish by a certain date. Go at whatever pace fits your life.

I've passed B1 exams. Isn't A2 too basic for me?

This is actually the perfect situation for you. The A2 speaking level addresses the exact gap you're experiencing: you have advanced knowledge but basic (or nonexistent) speaking ability. Many students in this program have passed B1 exams and still freeze in conversation. The program meets you where you actually are as a speaker, regardless of what level you've tested at.

I prefer learning in person. Will video work for me?

Surprisingly, the video format has an advantage: you practice without the anxiety of someone waiting for your response. When you're building a sentence during a speed training, there's no awkward silence, no impatient tutor. You build confidence and reflexes first, then apply them in real conversations where you'll feel far more prepared. Several students who strongly preferred in-person learning have told me they were surprised how well this works.

What if it doesn't work for me?

Then you get your money back. The 90-day guarantee exists so you can try the full program without risk. Work through the modules. Practice with the speed training. See how you feel. If you're not satisfied, one email gets you a full refund. I'm confident you won't need it, 96% of students haven't, but the option is always there.

Is This Program Right For You?

This IS for you if...

  • You've tried apps or classes but still freeze when speaking.
  • You can read French but struggle to construct sentences out loud.
  • You are willing to actively practice speaking, not just listen passively.
  • You have a meaningful goal: travel, relocation, or family connection.
  • You are tired of "gamified" apps and want a complete structured system, not random lessons.

This is NOT for you if...

  • You are looking for a "magic pill", and not willing to speak out loud during lessons.
  • You only want to learn to read or write, not speak.
  • You are looking for the cheapest option, rather than the one that works.
  • You just want to listen to podcasts passively while driving.

Here's What's Waiting for You

You've tried other methods. You've spent the time and money. You know that what you've been doing isn't working. The only question left is: how much longer will you stay stuck?

Four months from now, you could be in one of two places.

Scenario 1: you're exactly where you are now. Still freezing in conversations. Still wondering why you can't speak French despite everything you've learned. Maybe you've tried another course or app. Maybe you've convinced yourself that you're "just not good at languages." The dream of actually speaking French has faded a little more.

Scenario 2: you've spent the last four months actually practicing French. You've trained with Guided Speaking Sessions and Speed Trainings. You've built the reflexes that turn knowledge into speech. And the next time someone asks you a question in French... you answer. Confidently. Naturally. The words come because you've trained your brain to produce them.

The difference is whether you start today.

The Choice Is Yours

Monthly Plan

€200

per month for 4 months

  • Full access to all 30 Modules

  • 100+ Hours of video training

  • 4x One-on-one sessions

  • Lifetime access

One-Time Payment

€800

single payment

  • Full access to all 30 Modules

  • 100+ Hours of video training

  • 4x One-on-one sessions

  • Lifetime access

See Where You Stand: Test Your Spoken French

Wondering if your level is already too advanced? Here is a sample of sentences you will be able to produce confidentially after just the first 8 modules.

Press play. Listen to the English. Try to say it in French before I give the answer. This is a pure self-assessment tool to see if this program is the right fit.

Your Learning Journey

Each module builds on the previous one. No guessing.

Phase 1: Modules 1-10
  • 1. Start speaking French (also in the free masterclass)
  • 2. Why, no more, because (also in the free masterclass)
  • 3. it & them as direct object (I have it, I'm going to watch them)
  • 4. to be, imparfait, her, him, me
  • 5. of the, this, this is vs it is
  • 6. passé composé, can & to want
  • 7. adjectives, passé composé with it & them
  • 8. Choose passé composé vs imparfait (also in the free masterclass)
  • 9. IR verbs introduction, 2 nouns in a row, these
  • 10. French in transports & restaurants
Phase 2: Modules 11-20
  • 11. Expressions with to have (to need, to get used, to feel like), IR verbs with plural pronouns
  • 12. to know introduction, to come, to hold, if , with
  • 13. that: que vs qui, near past, I have come (passé composé with to be)
  • 14. expressions with "de" (to need, to be happy, to be sure), some, to know (savoir vs connaitre)
  • 15. to do, who, at the, what in sentences, second category of IR verbs
  • 16. to him and to her with indirect object verbs (le vs lui), nobody vs every body
  • 17. must, to have to, to ask, because of, expressions with to do (to pay attention, to cook, to do the shopping / the cleaning)
  • 18. to be currently doing (être en train de), lots of, there is / there are, to them (les vs leur), to like, other
  • 19. What in questions, to say, masculine "at the", that as "ça", more
  • 20. conditional with IR & RE verbs, without, less & fewer, few, enough, this is vs it is abstract
Phase 3: Modules 21-30
  • 21. to call, often, himself, herself, themselves, myself, to wonder, several, few vs a few (peu vs quelques), a bit vs few (un peu vs peu), his & her
  • 22. future tense with IR, RE & ER verbs, well vs good (bien vs bon)
  • 23. to stay, should & could (conditional), masculine my, to happen, to cost, how much vs how many, better, per
  • 24. to get ready, as & like, will do & will do again, to be in the future tense, ranking, each other
  • 25. to have in the future tense, firstly secondly ..., to go in the conditional, You have to (il faut), which, would like, to stop doing, well vs good with taste (bien vs bon), thanks to, someone & something
  • 26. me & you indirect (moi & toi), the one (celui & celle), than, of them (en), to talk about vs to think about (de vs à)
  • 27. ago, at my place (chez), our your their, talk about the weather, so do I & me netheir
  • 28. mine & yours, time, early & late, this one (celui-là & celle-là), "Il faut" + subjonctive introduction
  • 29. passé composé with to wait & to have, without + infinitive, the best vs the worst, some as "en"
  • 30. for & since (depuis), to start doing & to finish doing (à vs de), passé composé with to be, there as "y", quantities (kilos, mètres, litres)

Join Spoken French Now

Monthly Plan

€200

per month for 4 months

  • Full access to all 30 Modules

  • 100+ Hours of video training

  • 4x One-on-one sessions

  • Lifetime access

One-Time Payment

€800

single payment

  • Full access to all 30 Modules

  • 100+ Hours of video training

  • 4x One-on-one sessions

  • Lifetime access

Your dream of speaking French isn't impossible. You're not too old. You're not bad at languages. You've just been using methods that train the wrong skill.

It's time to train the right skill.

I'll see you inside the program.

Thomas


Questions before joining? Reply to any of my emails (thomas@relaxyoulearnfrench.fr) or reach out through the contact form. I personally respond to every message.

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