New - Conversation Labs

NEW

Conversation Labs

SIMPLe. FLEXIBLE.
DESIGNED FOR REAL LIFE.

Conversation Labs are drop-in group classes built to review and practice everything you learned in your 10-week Grammar Signature Class through engaging activities, guided discussions, and games.

What you need to know

Léa Perret, CEO of Coucou, answers all your questions about the new Conversation Labs →

Léa Perret, CEO of Coucou, answers all your questions about the new Conversation Labs ↓

AT A GLANCE

Calendar

Drop-in Flexibility

Book when you want.
One-off classes — no commitment.

Levels

7 Levels

For the first time, you can focus on your speaking skills at every level.

Price

Starting at $40

1.5-hour classes with package options. Bundle-up or pay as you go.

Classroom

In-Person & Online

15+ time slots per week for each level. Pair it up easily with your Signature Class.

Julien teaching a conversation lab in the New York School

Take as many as you want, as often as you want, for as long as you want.

Think of them as your French gym:
you show up, you speak, you get stronger.

Take as many as you want,
as often as you want,
for as long as you want.

Think of them as your
French gym:
you show up, you speak, you get stronger.

THE PERFECT COMBO

Coucou now has two complementary pillars:

Signature Classes

  • 10-week sessions
  • Build your grammar foundation
  • Step-by-step structure
Students taking a Signature Class in NYC

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Conversation Labs

  • Drop-in — take as many as you want
  • Build speaking confidence
  • Games & guided discussions
Eléonore teaching a conversation lab in NYC

Combine them to learn at your own pace.
Learn the grammar → practice in Conversation Labs → move up a level feeling ready, not lost.

Combine them to learn
at your own pace.

Learn the grammar

Practice in Conversation Labs

Move up
a level feeling ready, not lost.

AS EASY AS Un, deux, trois !

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Choose your Coucou level

Lab levels match our Grammar Signature Class progression. Pick the level of the last Grammar Signature Class you took.

New at Coucou ?

See the recurring Lab schedule

Labs run at the same time each week, online and in-person, all year long and with the same teacher.

Example: Level 5 Lab, Tuesdays at 6pm — every week of 2026.

Book as many as you want

Book class-by-class or use a class package (5, 10 or 25) and save up to $20 per class.

Plan ahead or book last minute (if space allows)!

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Choose your Coucou level

Lab levels match our Grammar Signature Class progression. Pick the level of the last Grammar Signature Class you took.

New at Coucou ?

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See the recurring Lab schedule

Labs run at the same time each week, online and in-person, all year long and with the same teacher.

Example: Level 5 Lab, Tuesdays at 6pm — every week of 2026.

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Book as many as you want

Book class-by-class or use a class package (5, 10 or 25) and save up to $20 per class.

Plan ahead or book last minute (if space allows)!

FLEXIBILITY FOR REAL LIFE

You’re not stuck in a rigid ladder anymore: you can tailor your journey
Conversation Labs are built for busy, beautiful, chaotic lives - choose your rhythm!  

SLOW & STEADY

Plant

Take Conversation Labs in-between Signature Classes

A gentle rhythm to keep French in your life

BALANCED

Scale

Pair your Signature Class with a weekly Conversation Lab

The classic combo: structure + regular speaking

ACCELERATED

Rocket

Pair your Signature Class with multiple Conversation Labs

A more sustained pace to go
all-in on French

Your French path becomes modular, not all-or-nothing.

Coucou Teachers

The Benefits of Having
Multiple Teachers

Conversation Labs are taught by many different Coucou teachers, so you’ll:

  • Hear different voices and accents
  • Discover new teaching styles
  • Train your ear for real-world conversations

This is one of the fastest ways to improve your Listening skills,
Vocabulary and Confidence speaking
with any French speaker

The Benefits of Having
Multiple Teachers

Conversation Labs are taught by many different Coucou teachers, so you’ll:

  • Hear different voices and accents
  • Discover new teaching styles
  • Train your ear for real-world conversations

This is one of the fastest ways to improve your Listening skills,
Vocabulary and Confidence speaking
with any French speaker

Packages & Pricing

Drop in for $60/class, or grab a package:

5 Classes

$275

$55/class
Valid 6 weeks

10 Classes

$500

$50/class
Valid 12 weeks

25 Classes

$1,000

$40/class
Valid 30 weeks

All packages are:

Valid for both online and in-person Conversation Labs.

Usable across any Lab at any level.

FAQ

What's the difference between a Signature Class and a Conversation Lab?

Signature Classes are 10-week sessions structured around a set grammar-based curriculum. The goal is to learn and understand new concepts to deepen your knowledge of the language.

Conversation Labs are drop-in classes focusing on speaking practice, through games, activities and guided discussions. The goal is to build confidence, enrich your vocabulary and apply the grammar you learned in context.

Do I need to be in a Signature Class to join a Conversation Lab?

No! You can take Conversation Labs whether you're currently taking a Signature Class or not. Just make sure to pick the right level.

What Conversation Lab level should I pick?

Choose the Lab level matching the last 10-week Signature Class you took. Or take our placement test if you're new at Coucou or you haven't taken a class in a while.

How much does it cost?

A Conversation Lab is $60 per unit (=1.5 hour-class), but we offer packages of 5, 10 and 25 units, allowing you to save up to 30% per unit.

Can I mix online and in-person with one package?

Yes. Packages work for both formats.

Do I need to book ahead or can I just show up?

No, you need to pay ahead to secure your spot. 

What's your cancellation policy?

The same policy applies to both Signature Classes and Conversation Labs. See our Terms and Conditions.