German Language Program
April workshops are open for registration!
Summer 2026 enrollment starts on March 28th, with courses starting May 9th.
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Cultural Learning for Travel, Family, Work
NEW cultural workshops with interactive learning that you can apply!
Each workshop includes pre-workshop exercises and post-workshop access to additional resources and Q&A as you implement your learnings.
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Starting April 6th: A Concise Introduction to German(y)
Acquire practical German essentials paired with meaningful cultural insight. Build confidence communicating with Germans in any context - whether you're a professional, an expat, or a traveler for business or leisure.
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Starting April 15th: From Precision to Persuasion: Presenting across Cultures - Germany vs. United States
Learn to present effectively and with confidence across cultures. This course gives professionals, executives, engineers, sales teams, and expats the tools to deliver high-impact presentations to both German and American audiences.
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Starting April 27th: The Hidden Rules of Traveling in German-Speaking Countries
Learn about do's and don'ts when traveling in German-speaking Europe. Acquire practical German essentials paired with meaningful cultural insight. Build confidence communicating with Germans in any context - whether you are a professional, an expat, or a traveler for business or leisure.
Master the Grammar
Perfect for course participants, self-study learners, and anyone looking to strengthen their grammar skills!
Learn from our grammar expert Barbara Stauch.
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Starting April 7th: Perfection the Perfekt - get a grip on the Perfect tense in three intensive sessions.
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Starting April 28th: From Perfekt to Präteritum - step confidently from the spoken past (Perfekt) to the narrative past (Präteritum) and launch your understanding of stories, articles, and literature in German.
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New individual grammar sessions and mini-workshops are added regularly—check back often to see the latest offerings!
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What's new today?
Kickstart your morning with a cup of coffee and join us on Zoom for an engaging hour of discussion on news, current events, sports, and more.
Add an hour of guided conversation and vocabulary practice to your mid-week routine, strengthening both your comprehension and speaking skills while you start your day energized and focused.
This class is a simple and effective way to fit quality German speaking practice into your week. Ideal for learners at B1+ and above.
Register for one of our four-week sessions for as low as $88! (price with Goethe-Zentrum membership)
Do you have preexisting skills and are looking for the right course?
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Progressive Language Learning Courses
Beginner, all levels through Mastery
Book Club A1-A2
A1 Exam Prep
B1 Exam Prep
Conversation (B levels, C1-C2)
Grammar
Morning Cup - one hour of German
Current Events
Additional thematic workshops are added on a rolling basis.
Individual Instruction and Tutoring: Start learning any time.
Questions? Email language@goetheatlanta.org
Required Course Materials
Check your course description for required course books or certain literature.
International Book Import Service "IBIS" in Tennessee carries our required books in stock.
toll free 800-277-4247
phone number 931-759-7400
email: ibis@ibiservice.com
IBIS website for the
Goethe-Zentrum Atlanta courses
https://www.ibiservice.com/category-s/379.htm
LOCATIONS
- in-person courses in Atlanta (main office Downtown Atlanta - Peachtree Center)
- in-person courses in Roswell (Alliance Française Roswell location)
- virtual courses via Zoom sessions with a live instructor
- hybrid format (select courses), allowing participation either in-person in Downtown Atlanta or via Zoom
Standard Courses
Our progressive standard courses are sequential courses that follow the world-wide recognized Common European Framework of Reference for Language learning (CEFR). In addition, we offer specialized courses and workshops to enhance German learning, language practice, and cultural knowledge at any level. Fnd out how our A1 through C2 level progressive language courses are set up.
Specialized Courses
vary each quarter and include conversation, grammar, business and other themed German courses, current events, writing, literature, and other offerings. They are suitable for particular skill levels.
Workshops
are offered throughout the year and include introduction to language learning, linguistic skills boot camps, as well as thematic individual sessions and cultural workshops in German and English.
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All of the Goethe-Zentrum Atlanta group classes are for adult language learners.
The minimum age for our group courses is 16 years. For teens younger than age 16 or young people who are not ready to join a group course with learners of all ages, please check out our youth page for our individual instruction and tutoring for ages 10 and up.
Members are eligible for the membership discount on language courses (within the 12-month membership period).
Goethe-Institut Exams in Atlanta
We are an accredited exam center - check our website regularly for levels and dates.
