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[![Advanced](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/24.jpg?width=500&height=500&name=24.jpg) Advanced](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/learn-german?hsLang=en#customized) # True Beginner ## True Beginner German ##### **IN-PERSON (10 weeks) at CSL** **Tuesdays/ Thursdays 5:15-6:15 pm  ** **Begins the week of July 8, 2024 (Summer Term)** Required Book:  **[Brandon Brown will einen Hund](https://www.tprsbooks.com/shop/brandon-brown-will-einen-hund-novel/) ** *Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)*  **Pay in Full** ## **$389** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/DhGfCwjRhKxVPPh) **Payment Plan** ## **3 Installments of $140** ###### Total of $420 [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/tVDqFZyT) ###### Who should join True Beginner? At this proficiency level, you have very little or no previous experience with the language. You can use some words to communicate. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.*     ![Audi](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Audi.jpg?width=284&height=284&name=Audi.jpg) Audi Wilken Teacher   [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en) # Beginner 2 ## Beginner 2 German ##### **IN-PERSON (10 weeks) at CSL** **Tuesdays 6:30-8:15 pm  ** **Begins the week of July 8, 2024 (Summer Term)** Required Book:  ***[Learn German with Stories: Dino lernt Deutsch Collector's Edition](https://www.amazon.com/Learn-German-Stories-Collectors-Vocabulary-ebook/dp/B00W9L9F9A/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3IS7GXWD1SVU4&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.lHfSi_j1pdhiFbbkBJeXtePCSWq6k0Jx8w0pjnU6GKh3ASBc_npMrMoQ5R2HF6betyZ0MouBSl4kRh2ObswRcMiwyJp8e52X9af3KnRTdA0v886N35RXcFD66mRqUOQ2bIBHqyxQK28IPIdgtpfb--ggtAkclQ9_1oysy40rKp2rlCQOuLJNF0sOdGWOmpj6mVoVc5rCeRDJe4OBCpPa_988L6_PLgVVxZwjTnrMg7A.i5EBfKsVY5g298aqsTEBR1PHC_szSr5DC2qZ2slb6Q8&dib_tag=se&keywords=Learn+German+with+Stories%3A&qid=1714681057&sprefix=learn+german+with+stories+%2Caps%2C90&sr=8-1)***  *Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)*  **Pay in Full** ## **$389** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/KkwhtT9kQ6qjPc) **Payment Plan** ## **3 Installments of $140** ###### Total of $420 [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/qKD4wcQDwn) ###### Who should join Beginner 2? At this proficiency level, you can use words, phrases and some single sentences to communicate. You have a basic command of the language, are familiar with everyday expressions, and are able to make very simple sentences. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.*     ![Audi](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Audi.jpg?width=284&height=284&name=Audi.jpg) Audi Wilken Teacher   [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en) # Intermediate 1 ## Intermediate 1 German ##### **IN-PERSON (10 weeks) at CSL** **Thursdays 6:30-8:15 pm  ** **Begins the week of July 8, 2024 (Summer Term)** Required Book:  ***[Learn German with Stories: Dino lernt Deutsch Collector's Edition](https://www.amazon.com/Learn-German-Stories-Collectors-Vocabulary-ebook/dp/B00W9L9F9A/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3IS7GXWD1SVU4&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.lHfSi_j1pdhiFbbkBJeXtePCSWq6k0Jx8w0pjnU6GKh3ASBc_npMrMoQ5R2HF6betyZ0MouBSl4kRh2ObswRcMiwyJp8e52X9af3KnRTdA0v886N35RXcFD66mRqUOQ2bIBHqyxQK28IPIdgtpfb--ggtAkclQ9_1oysy40rKp2rlCQOuLJNF0sOdGWOmpj6mVoVc5rCeRDJe4OBCpPa_988L6_PLgVVxZwjTnrMg7A.i5EBfKsVY5g298aqsTEBR1PHC_szSr5DC2qZ2slb6Q8&dib_tag=se&keywords=Learn+German+with+Stories%3A&qid=1714681057&sprefix=learn+german+with+stories+%2Caps%2C90&sr=8-1)***  *Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)*  **Pay in Full** ## **$389** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/SpYfgTM9X7) **Payment Plan** ## **3 Installments of $140** ###### Total of $420 [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/kG9rGsCGdTbZbRR) ###### Who should join Intermediate 1? At this proficiency level, you can describe experiences, events, dreams and expectations and give your own opinion. You often use sentences when required, using strings of sentences and connectors. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.*     ![Audi](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Audi.jpg?width=284&height=284&name=Audi.jpg) Audi Wilken Teacher   [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en) # Customized Lessons ## Intermediate 2 & Advanced German are not available for this term. Check out our Customized Lessons. [View Customized Lessons](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/customized-lessons?hsLang=en) --- # Intermediate 2 --- ## Intermediate 2 French ##### **IN-PERSON (10 weeks)** **Thursdays 6:30-8:15 pm  ** Begins January 10, 2024 (Winter Term) **In-Person Location:** CSL Room # 3 (Suite 329) *3800 St. Elmo Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37409* *Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)*  **Pay in Full** ## **$389** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s [Register](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/members?hsLang=en) **Payment Plan** ## **3 Installments of $140** ###### Total of $420 [Register](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/members?hsLang=en) ###### Who should join Intermediate 2? At this proficiency level, you can understand the main ideas of complex text and can produce clear detailed text. You can spontaneously enter into a conversation and express yourself fluently. You can use the language flexibly and efficiently for social, academic and professional purposes. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.*     ![Audi](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Audi.jpg?width=284&height=284&name=Audi.jpg) Audi Wilkens Teacher   [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en) # [Advanced](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/learn-german-0#spanish-advanced) ## Advanced French ##### **IN-PERSON (10 weeks)** **Tuesdays 4:30-6:15 pm  ** Begins January 10, 2024 (Winter Term) **In-Person Location:** CSL Room # 3 (Suite 329) *3800 St. Elmo Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37409* *Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)*  **Pay in Full** ## **$389** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s [Register](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/members?hsLang=en) **Payment Plan** ## **3 Installments of $140** ###### Total of $420 [Register](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/members?hsLang=en) ###### Who should join Advanced? At this proficiency level, you can express yourself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.*     ![Audi](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Audi.jpg?width=284&height=284&name=Audi.jpg) Audi Wilkens Teacher   [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en) ## Advanced French not available for this term. Check out our Customized Lessons. [View Customized Lessons](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/customized-lessons?hsLang=en) ###### Who should join Advanced? At this proficiency level, you can express yourself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.* # [GERMAN FOR KIDS](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/kids?hsLang=en) ## German Beginner for Kids ##### ***German Beginner for Kids (Grades K-5)*** ##### **IN-PERSON (5 weeks) at CSL** **Thursdays 3:00-4:00 pm  ** **Begins the week of July 8, 2024 (Summer Term)** *\*\*No classes July 4th* *Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)*  **Pay in Full** ## **$140** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/DJqCxfZdMq)     ![Audi](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Audi.jpg?width=284&height=284&name=Audi.jpg) Audi Wilken Teacher   [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en) ###### Who should join German Beginner for Kids? This class is for kids grades K-5. At this proficiency level, you have some or no previous experience with the language. You can use some words, and possibly some sentences, to communicate. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.* ![csl-icons-globe](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/csl-icons-globe.png?width=200&height=185&name=csl-icons-globe.png "csl-icons-globe") ##### *The mission of CSL is to create a more aware, educated and inclusive community through the teaching of language and culture.* ### Location: 3800 St. Elmo Ave, Suite 329 Chattanooga, TN 37409 [Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/oGaSZif8DQPmoJtz9) #### Office Hours: Monday-Thursday:4-7 pm Fridays: closed BY APPOINTMENT ONLY ### Contact Us: [423-802-2040 (Call or text)](tel:4238022040) [info@chattanoogalanguage.com](mailto:%20info@chattanoogalanguage.com) *\*If we miss your call or text, we will respond within 24 business hours.* [facebook-f icon](https://www.facebook.com/chattlanguage/) [linkedin-in icon](https://www.linkedin.com/company/chattanooga-school-of-language) [instagram icon](https://www.instagram.com/chattlanguage/) - [Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar) - [Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies) - [FAQ](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/faq) - [Give the Gift of Language](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/gift) - [Join Our Team](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/join-our-team) - [Contact Us](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/contact-us) - [Proficiency Levels](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels) - [Methodology](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#comprehensible-input) - [Become a CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members)