CONTENTS

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• GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT OUR ADULT COURSES
• SUMMER 2026 ADULT GERMAN COURSES – ONLINE & IN-PERSON – INDEX
  • Online – A1.2
  • In-Person – A1.3
  • Online – A2 Advanced – German Summer Club – Sommer, Sonne, Sprechen!
  • Online – A2/B1 – Past Tense Workshop – German Through History
  • Online – B2 – Workshop für Erwachsene – Grammatik im Griff
  • Online – B2/C1 – German Summer Club – Geschichte im Gespräch
  • Online – Goethe Exam Introduction – Individual Exam Planning for Adults
  • Online – Tailored Group Classes
  • Online – Private Tutoring
• REGISTRATION – ALL SUMMER 2026 ADULT GERMAN CLASSES
• IMPORTANT DATES – ADULT GERMAN CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS 2026–2027

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT OUR ADULT GERMAN COURSES

Unlock a World of Opportunities — Learn German, the Language of Innovation, Culture, and Global Connection

In-Person German Classes

Our in-person adult classes are held at the Houston Saengerbund, 1703 Heights Boulevard, Houston, TX 77008.

Online German Classes

All online classes are conducted live via Zoom, allowing students to participate conveniently from anywhere. Students will need access to a computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone with internet access. Zoom may be downloaded at zoom.us or through the Zoom website for your country if you are outside the United States.

Proficiency Levels

We offer instruction at all proficiency levels, following the internationally recognized Goethe-Institut and Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) standards:

A1.1, A1.2, A1.3 – A2.1, A2.2, A2.3 – B1.1, B1.2, B1.3 – B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 – C1 and C2.

Our courses develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in a structured and progressive learning environment. Placement assistance and online proficiency evaluations are available to help determine the most appropriate class level.

Instructional Materials

We use carefully selected instructional materials recommended by the Goethe-Institut, universities, and other respected educational sources worldwide. Students will receive information about required textbooks and materials upon registration. Please verify all editions carefully to ensure compatibility with your course.

Discounts

Returning students receive a 10% discount on 30-hour classes. Early Bird registration discounts are also offered during each registration period.

Cancellation Policy

We reserve the right to cancel courses that do not meet minimum enrollment requirements. In such cases, registered students will receive a full refund. If a course is interrupted during the term, makeup classes or partial refunds may be provided at the discretion of the Institute.

Corporate Classes

We offer customized German language instruction for businesses and organizations, either online or at your location. Corporate classes can be tailored to professional communication, industry-specific vocabulary, travel preparation, or cultural competency needs.

For additional information, please contact Angelika at angelika@germansouthwest.org or 713-822-4257.

Private Tutoring

Private German tutoring provides personalized instruction tailored to each student’s goals, schedule, and learning style. Whether you are preparing for travel, professional opportunities, academic study, Goethe exams, or simply wish to improve your conversational skills, our experienced instructors will create an individualized learning plan designed for your success. Tutoring is available in 10-hour packages.

For additional information, please contact Angelika at angelika@germansouthwest.org or call 713-822-4257.

SUMMER 2026 ADULT GERMAN COURSES – ONLINE VIA ZOOM & IN-PERSON

German with Flair: Elevate Your Language Game

The Goethe-Institut proficiency levels are structured progressively and assess reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.

• A1–A2 (Beginner): Develop essential communication skills for everyday situations and simple conversations while building a solid grammar foundation.
• B1–B2 (Intermediate): Strengthen fluency and independence in speaking, reading, and interacting in social and professional settings.
• C1–C2 (Advanced/Proficient): Achieve confident, nuanced communication and a sophisticated command of grammar and vocabulary.

Online German – A1.2; June 8 – August 7, 2026 – T/Th

6:30 – 8:00 p.m., 30 hours, $625

Continue building your German foundation in this engaging beginner course designed for students who have completed A1.1 or possess equivalent experience. Students expand their vocabulary, strengthen grammar skills, and gain increasing confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

Topics include daily routines, travel, shopping, leisure activities, and communication in practical real-life situations. Interactive activities and guided conversation help students begin using German more naturally and comfortably.

This class continues as A1.3 in Fall 2026 (September 15 – November 19, 2026).

In-Person – A1.3 – June 24 – September 2, 2026 – M/W

6:45 – 8:15 p.m., 30 hours, $625

This course continues the A1 sequence and further develops the essential communication skills needed for everyday interactions in German-speaking environments. Students practice speaking with greater confidence while improving listening comprehension, reading ability, and written expression.

Emphasis is placed on expanding practical vocabulary, improving sentence structure, and increasing fluency through interactive classroom activities and conversation practice.

This class continues as A2.1 in Fall 2026 (September 28 – December 9, 2026).

Online – A2 Advanced – German Summer Club – Sommer, Sonne, Sprechen! –June 29 – August 31, 2026 – M/W

6:30 – 8:00 p.m., 15 hours, $315

Ready to bring your German to life this summer? Join our relaxed, conversation-focused summer club designed for learners who want to keep speaking and stay engaged with the language during the summer months.

Each week, we explore a fresh news story or current topic from the German-speaking world and use it as the basis for lively discussion and communication practice. Students refresh and expand A2 vocabulary while building confidence speaking more freely and naturally.

Grammar support is provided as needed directly within the lesson context, allowing participants to strengthen accuracy without interrupting the conversational flow.

Ideal for learners who have completed the A2 level as well as students returning to German after a longer break.

Online – A2/B1 – Past Tense Workshop – German Through History

June 25 – August 27, 2026 – Thursdays

7:30 – 8:30 p.m., 10 hours, $210

Travel through time while improving your German. In this engaging workshop for A2/B1 learners, we explore important historical events and influential figures while strengthening communication skills through meaningful language use.

The primary focus is mastering the German past tenses — Perfekt and Präteritum — in practical and memorable contexts. Through guided discussions, short readings, storytelling activities, and conversation exercises, students practice describing events, narrating experiences, and expressing opinions about the past.

Vocabulary and grammar are reinforced naturally within each lesson, helping participants gain greater confidence, fluency, and accuracy while expanding their cultural knowledge.

Ideal for learners who want to improve their use of past tenses while deepening their understanding of German-speaking history and culture.

Online – B2 – Grammatik im Griff – Workshop für Erwachsene

June 23 – July 21, 2026 – Tuesdays

6:30 – 8:00 p.m., 7.5 hours, $160

This focused workshop is designed for B2 learners progressing toward C1 who want to make their grammar more fluent, accurate, and automatic through intensive guided practice.

Across five sessions, participants work hands-on with advanced grammatical structures that often remain challenging at higher proficiency levels. The emphasis is on active application through targeted exercises, repeated use, and immediate integration into speaking and writing activities.

Through guided practice and instructor feedback, students gradually develop greater confidence and flexibility using more sophisticated grammar naturally and effectively in communication.

The course emphasizes repetition, active production, and practical usage to help grammar “stick” through meaningful application.

Online – B2/C1 – German Summer Club – Geschichte im Gespräch

July 28 – August 25, 2026 – Tuesdays

6:30 – 8:00 p.m., 7.5 hours, $160

In this summer conversation club for advanced learners, we explore the lives, ideas, and achievements of influential figures from German-speaking countries and use them as inspiration for thoughtful discussion and cultural exploration.

The course focuses on developing confident and spontaneous speaking skills in a relaxed and supportive environment. Through engaging conversations and interactive exchanges, participants practice expressing complex ideas clearly, responding naturally in discussion, and expanding their expressive range.

Grammar support and vocabulary enrichment are provided as needed, helping students strengthen both fluency and precision as they progress from B2 toward C1 proficiency.

Online – Tailored Group Classes

Minimum of 5 Participants – Dates and Times by Arrangement

Our tailored group German classes are designed for organizations, friend groups, professional teams, or learners with shared goals and interests. Classes can focus on business German, travel preparation, conversation, grammar review, exam preparation, or specialized topics.

Please contact angelika@germansouthwest.org for additional information.

Online – Private Tutoring

Dates and Times by Mutual Arrangement with Instructor

Private German tutoring offers highly personalized instruction tailored to each student’s individual learning goals, pace, and schedule. Whether you wish to improve conversation skills, prepare for travel or exams, strengthen grammar, or refresh previously learned German, our experienced instructors will design a program specifically for your needs.

Please contact angelika@germansouthwest.org or visit the Private Tutoring page for additional information.

Goethe Exams – 5 Times per Year – Schedules and Fees for 2026 and 2027

Please check out all information about the prestigious Goethe Exams here: https://germansouthwest.org/language-school/testing/

REGISTRATION – ALL SUMMER 2026 ADULT GERMAN CLASSES

• Tuition is listed with each course above.
• Returning students receive a 10% discount on all 30-hour classes.
• Early Registration Deadline: Sunday, May 24, 2026 ($20 Early Bird Discount)
• Regular Registration Deadline: Sunday, June 7, 2026
• Late Registration begins Monday, June 8, 2026 ($25 Late Registration Fee)
• No Registration Fee

Adult Course Registration

IMPORTANT DATES – ADULT GERMAN CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS 2026 – 2027 (Subject to Change without Notice)

FALL TERM 2026

Fall Term 2026: September 14 – November 20, 2026
Early Registration Ends: Sunday, August 16, 2026
Regular Registration Ends: Sunday, September 6, 2026
Late Registration Begins: Monday, September 7, 2026

WINTER TERM 2027

Winter Term 2027: January 4 – March 12, 2027
Early Registration Ends: Sunday, December 6, 2027
Regular Registration Ends: Sunday, December 27, 2027
Late Registration Begins: Monday, December 28, 2027

SPRING TERM 2027

Spring Term 2027: March 22 – May 28, 2027
Early Registration Ends: Sunday, February 21, 2027
Regular Registration Ends: Sunday, March 14, 2027
Late Registration Begins: Monday, March 15, 2027

SUMMER TERM 2027

Summer Term 2027: June 7 – August 13, 2027
Early Registration Ends: April 25, 2027
Regular Registration Ends: May 9, 2027
Late Registration Begins: Monday, May 31, 2027

FALL TERM 2027

Fall Term 2027: September 13 – November 19, 2027
Early Registration Ends: Sunday, August 15, 2027
Regular Registration Ends: Sunday, September 5, 2027
Late Registration Begins: Monday, September 6, 2027

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