Google Meet
Trial lesson
30 minutes · $20
« Bonjour » · French from Bali
Learn French with confidence, at your own pace.
Personalized French lessons for kids, teenagers & adult beginners.
5/5
Rating on Preply
1,345
Lessons taught on Preply
36
Verified reviews
“shanna helped me plenty for my oral exam and i could really see lots of progress very quickly! she’s very supportive and adapts to each of her students, and i could really see how much effort she puts into her lessons. although i was nervous at first for my first lesson, she quickly made me feel comfortable and safe to talk and try answering questions! i would recommend taking her lessons ”
Claire
Students and parents
What students say
★★★★★
“shanna helped me plenty for my oral exam and i could really see lots of progress very quickly! she’s very supportive and adapts to each of her students, and i could really see how much effort she puts into her lessons. although i was nervous at first for my first lesson, she quickly made me feel comfortable and safe to talk and try answering questions! i would recommend taking her lessons ”
★★★★★
“Shanna loves teaching French and it shows! She prepares lessons that are personal to me and my interests, which has helped me grow so much. She's fun and funny and very good. I love working with Shanna!”
★★★★★
“shanna is great my 7 y old son loves learning with her”
★★★★★
“Shanna is an amazing tutor! I truly enjoyed each lesson with her, as she curated every one of them to my interests and my needs. She went above and beyond to search for podcasts, and shows that would be beneficial for me. She encouraged and motivated me all the time that immensely helped my confidence when soeaking French!”
★★★★★
“Shanna est super. Elle donne des cours à mon fils de 11 ans. Elle s'est l'impliquer dans le cours et le garder motivé, concentré tout au long. On voit qu'elle a l'expérience et sait s'y prendre avec les enfants. Je la recommande vivement.”
★★★★★
“Talented teacher, very consistent, personable, and able to adapt lessons to most efficiently keep you on track toward your language goals”
★★★★★
“Always looking forward to have lesson with Shanna.She is always well prepared with very colourful pictures making the whole lesson interesting .Shanna is a very patient and encouraging teacher and I highly recommend her to everyone who would like to start to learn or to chat to polish the skills.”
★★★★★
“Shanna est une professeure extrêmement compétente et bien préparée. Elle parvient à saisir ton niveau et tes progrès et adapte les leçons en fonction de cela. De plus, elle combine la grammaire avec la conversation, créant un excellent mélange pour s’améliorer continuellement. Je ne peux que la remercier pour la patience qu’elle a eue et pour l’engagement qu’elle y a mis.”
★★★★★
“Shanna is an excellent French tutor. She makes the work enjoyable, and she doesn’t waste your time. You start reading, writing, and speaking faster than you expect because she knows how to teach and she knows how to read the person in front of her. The sessions are focused, effective, and actually fun.”
★★★★★
“Shanna è una persona fantastica, si preoccupa sempre molto per i suoi studenti, ha a cuore ognuno di noi e insegna con molta passione. Adatta l’apprendimento alle esigenze degli studenti. Per me ha preparato tantissime presentazioni su tutti gli argomenti che dovevo affrontare per un esame orale, questo dimostra passione, precisione e molta cura. Consiglio a tutti di prendere lezioni con Shanna perché avrete la possibilità di apprendere in modo sereno e con una persona che farà il massimo e vi incoraggerà! ”
★★★★★
“Shanna is an amazing tutor! She is very attentive and patient, and her lessons are always enjoyable, fun, and reassuring. Thanks to her personalized approach, I’ve learned a lot of French and improved both my understanding and speaking skills. It is always a pleasure to learn with her.”
★★★★★
“Shanna is an outstanding French tutor and I recommend her as highly as I possibly can. Her lessons were perfectly tailored to our individual goals, she was incredibly flexible and understanding with scheduling, and she seamlessly adapted to my wife’s and my very different levels. Always kind, pleasant, and efficient, she makes every minute count and creates a fun, productive environment that truly accelerates learning.”
★★★★★
“Shanna is an exceptional French teacher! In just a month, she's transformed learning into a fun, interactive experience. Instead of relying solely on textbooks, her engaging lessons focus on practical grammar and vocabulary, making each session enjoyable. Her dynamic approach keeps me motivated and eager for the next class. I can’t recommend her enough!”
★★★★★
“Shanna is an excellent French teacher. Her classes are well-structured, clear, and engaging, and it’s easy to see how passionate she is about teaching. She explains concepts patiently, adapts to students’ needs, and creates a comfortable environment that encourages participation and confidence. Learning with her feels motivating and effective, and she genuinely cares about her students’ progress. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to learn French.”
★★★★★
“I’ve had one lesson so far, and it was a great experience. Shanna was well prepared, patient, and explained things clearly. The lesson was well structured, and I already feel more confident speaking in French. I’m looking forward to continuing our sessions and I’m excited to keep learning! 🌸🇫🇷”
★★★★★
“shanna helped me plenty for my oral exam and i could really see lots of progress very quickly! she’s very supportive and adapts to each of her students, and i could really see how much effort she puts into her lessons. although i was nervous at first for my first lesson, she quickly made me feel comfortable and safe to talk and try answering questions! i would recommend taking her lessons ”
★★★★★
“Shanna loves teaching French and it shows! She prepares lessons that are personal to me and my interests, which has helped me grow so much. She's fun and funny and very good. I love working with Shanna!”
★★★★★
“shanna is great my 7 y old son loves learning with her”
★★★★★
“Shanna is an amazing tutor! I truly enjoyed each lesson with her, as she curated every one of them to my interests and my needs. She went above and beyond to search for podcasts, and shows that would be beneficial for me. She encouraged and motivated me all the time that immensely helped my confidence when soeaking French!”
★★★★★
“Shanna est super. Elle donne des cours à mon fils de 11 ans. Elle s'est l'impliquer dans le cours et le garder motivé, concentré tout au long. On voit qu'elle a l'expérience et sait s'y prendre avec les enfants. Je la recommande vivement.”
★★★★★
“Talented teacher, very consistent, personable, and able to adapt lessons to most efficiently keep you on track toward your language goals”
★★★★★
“Always looking forward to have lesson with Shanna.She is always well prepared with very colourful pictures making the whole lesson interesting .Shanna is a very patient and encouraging teacher and I highly recommend her to everyone who would like to start to learn or to chat to polish the skills.”
★★★★★
“Shanna est une professeure extrêmement compétente et bien préparée. Elle parvient à saisir ton niveau et tes progrès et adapte les leçons en fonction de cela. De plus, elle combine la grammaire avec la conversation, créant un excellent mélange pour s’améliorer continuellement. Je ne peux que la remercier pour la patience qu’elle a eue et pour l’engagement qu’elle y a mis.”
★★★★★
“Shanna is an excellent French tutor. She makes the work enjoyable, and she doesn’t waste your time. You start reading, writing, and speaking faster than you expect because she knows how to teach and she knows how to read the person in front of her. The sessions are focused, effective, and actually fun.”
★★★★★
“Shanna è una persona fantastica, si preoccupa sempre molto per i suoi studenti, ha a cuore ognuno di noi e insegna con molta passione. Adatta l’apprendimento alle esigenze degli studenti. Per me ha preparato tantissime presentazioni su tutti gli argomenti che dovevo affrontare per un esame orale, questo dimostra passione, precisione e molta cura. Consiglio a tutti di prendere lezioni con Shanna perché avrete la possibilità di apprendere in modo sereno e con una persona che farà il massimo e vi incoraggerà! ”
★★★★★
“Shanna is an amazing tutor! She is very attentive and patient, and her lessons are always enjoyable, fun, and reassuring. Thanks to her personalized approach, I’ve learned a lot of French and improved both my understanding and speaking skills. It is always a pleasure to learn with her.”
★★★★★
“Shanna is an outstanding French tutor and I recommend her as highly as I possibly can. Her lessons were perfectly tailored to our individual goals, she was incredibly flexible and understanding with scheduling, and she seamlessly adapted to my wife’s and my very different levels. Always kind, pleasant, and efficient, she makes every minute count and creates a fun, productive environment that truly accelerates learning.”
★★★★★
“Shanna is an exceptional French teacher! In just a month, she's transformed learning into a fun, interactive experience. Instead of relying solely on textbooks, her engaging lessons focus on practical grammar and vocabulary, making each session enjoyable. Her dynamic approach keeps me motivated and eager for the next class. I can’t recommend her enough!”
★★★★★
“Shanna is an excellent French teacher. Her classes are well-structured, clear, and engaging, and it’s easy to see how passionate she is about teaching. She explains concepts patiently, adapts to students’ needs, and creates a comfortable environment that encourages participation and confidence. Learning with her feels motivating and effective, and she genuinely cares about her students’ progress. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to learn French.”
★★★★★
“I’ve had one lesson so far, and it was a great experience. Shanna was well prepared, patient, and explained things clearly. The lesson was well structured, and I already feel more confident speaking in French. I’m looking forward to continuing our sessions and I’m excited to keep learning! 🌸🇫🇷”
Who it is for
Kids, teenagers, and adult beginners
« Allons-y ! »
Three steps, then a weekly rhythm
- 1Rue du Français
Book a Trial Lesson
Choose a time in your own timezone. The trial is a short, paid introduction so we can see if we are a good fit.
- 2Rue du Français
Tell Me About Yourself
Share your age, level, and why you want French. Parents complete this for their child.
- 3Rue du Français
Meet Shanna
We meet on Google Meet. You will leave the trial knowing what the next lessons can look like.
A lesson
What you actually get
Live
Google Meet
The link is on the booking, in the confirmation, and in the reminder. You join from your account.
Schedule
Your timezone
You choose the hour in your own timezone. The lesson is stored in universal time, so daylight saving does not move it.
Progress
Shanna keeps notes on progress, pronunciation, and what to prepare next.
Messages
Write to Shanna from your account between lessons.
12 hours
Cancel or reschedule at least 12 hours before the start and the credit stays with you.
Pricing
A lesson is $40
A regular lesson is 50 minutes. Plans add a set number of lessons each month. You can change plan later, and Shanna can set a personal price if we agree one.
First Month Special: $30 a lesson, then $40.
Plan
Starter
$160 / month
4 lessons · $40 each
One lesson a week. A calm way to begin.
See this planMost chosen
Progress
$320 / month
8 lessons · $40 each
Two lessons a week. The rhythm most students keep.
See this planPlan
Intensive
$480 / month
12 lessons · $40 each
Three lessons a week when you want French to move faster.
See this plan« Merci » · Meet Shanna
Hello, I'm Shanna
Hello and welcome. My name is Shanna, and I'm a native French speaker currently living abroad. I've had the opportunity to live and work in several countries, which has allowed me to meet people from different cultures and become very adaptable.
I'm patient, caring, and attentive. I particularly enjoy working with children and teenagers, supporting them in their learning and helping them become more confident in French.
- Children and teenagers learning French
- Students who need support with French homework or schoolwork
- Beginners who want to start learning French step by step
- Adults who want practical French for travelling, living abroad, or everyday communication
Questions
Before you book
Who are the lessons for?
Children, teenagers, and adult beginners. If you are under 18, a parent creates the account and manages payment. Each child has their own calendar, plan, and credits.
How do timezones work?
Shanna teaches from Bali (Asia/Makassar). You choose times in your timezone. Lessons are stored in universal time, so daylight saving and travel do not shift the appointment. Emails show the time in the student's timezone. Shanna can change her own timezone in Settings; lessons already booked stay at the same moment.
What happens if we cancel or reschedule?
Lessons cancelled or rescheduled less than 12 hours before the scheduled start time will be charged. Cancel or reschedule at least 12 hours before the start and the credit stays with you. Inside 12 hours the credit is charged. A late reschedule also uses a new credit for the new time. Shanna can restore a credit or waive the fee.
How do lesson credits work?
Each billing period adds your plan's lessons as credits. Booking a lesson uses one credit. Unused plan credits stay available for 30 days after the billing period ends, then they expire. The credits that expire soonest are used first. Manual credits added by Shanna expire 30 days after she adds them. If you cancel or move a lesson at least 12 hours before it starts, the credit comes back. Inside that window the credit is charged, unless Shanna restores it. A late reschedule keeps the original credit charged and uses a second credit for the new time. Cancelling a plan does not delete credits that have not expired. Trial lessons are paid separately and do not use credits. Weekly lessons use one credit for each occurrence.
Can we keep the same time each week?
Yes. A weekly lesson books the same slot each week and uses one credit per occurrence. You can move a single week without moving the rest. You can also book single lessons whenever you like.
How do we join the lesson?
Each booking has a Google Meet link. Join from your dashboard, your calendar, the confirmation email, or the reminder. You need a quiet place and a device with a camera and microphone.
How do payments work?
The trial is paid once. Plans renew monthly. You can change plan, update your card, see invoices, and cancel renewal from your account.
Can the price be different for our family?
Yes. Shanna can set a personal lesson price, apply a scheduled promotion, or pause a plan. If a promotional price is ending, you are emailed before the next bill.
« C'est parti »
Start with 30 minutes.
A 30-minute introduction on Google Meet. We meet, talk about your goal, and see how lessons will feel.