German Language Classes for Adults (Summer Term I, II 2025)

CONTENTS

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GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT OUR ADULT COURSES

SUMMER 2024 ADULT GERMAN COURSES

• • ONLINE – 2025 Summer Term 1 – 10-Week Beginning German Classes for Adults – A1.3 – Jun 2 to Aug 6 (M,W)
  • ONLINE – 2025 Summer Term 1 – 4-Week Summer Club for German Learners – Level B2 – Summer movies, beach reads, and vacation trends – ready for summer? – Jun 11, 25; Jul 9, 23 (W)
  • ONLINE – 2025 Summer Term 2 – 2-Week Intensive German Classes for Adults – Aug 18 to Aug 29 (M-F)
  • IMPORTANT DATES – ADULT GERMAN CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS 2025 – 2027

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT OUR ADULT GERMAN COURSES

Click here to register and pay for all adult courses

In-Person Classes are held  at the Houston Saengerbund, 1703 Heights Boulevard, Houston, TX  77008. Online Classes. All online classes are held via Zoom.  You will need access to a computer, laptop, tablet, or phone connected to the internet.  You can downloaded Zoom at zoom.us, or if you are outside the U.S., at the Zoom website for your country.

Proficiency Levels.  We teach all levels of proficiency, corresponding to the Goethe-Institut designations:  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.  The objectives and contents of these courses are based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).  We determine a student’s proficiency via an online test.

Instruction Materials.  We use instruction material recommended by the Goethe-Institut, universities, and other sources worldwide. Upon registration, you will be informed of any required books or course materials you must purchase. To ensure that you have the correct editions for the course, please double–check the information provided.

Discounts. Returning students receive a discount of ten percent for 10-week classes that meet twice a week, and there oft enis an early registration discount for each session.

Cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a course if it does not meet the required number of enrolled students. In this case, refunds will be issued to all enrolled students. If the class is canceled during the Term, we will either schedule makeup classes or issue refunds at our discretion.

Corporate Classes.  We offer convenient classes at your facilities for your employees, or via Zoom, whichever is preferable to you. For more information, please contact Angelika at angelika@germansouthwest.org or 713–822–4257.

Private Tutoring.   We provide personalized private tutoring sessions with highly experienced and knowledgeable instructors. Our instructors are available on an hourly basis, and we offer packages of ten hours for your convenience. For more information, please feel free to reach out to Angelika at angelika@germansouthwest.org or call us at 713-822-4257. We look forward to assisting you!

SUMMER 2025 ADULT GERMAN COURSES

ONLINE – 2025 Summer Term 1 – 10-Week Beginning German Classes for Adults – A1.3 Jun 2 to Aug 20 (T,Th)

Begin your German language journey here!

All online classes are held via Zoom.  You will need access to a computer, laptop, tablet, or phone connected to the internet.  If you have not downloaded Zoom, you can do so at zoom.us, or if you are outside the U.S., at the Zoom login for your country.

• Classes on Tuesday and Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
  
  • 20 classes – 30 hours of German instruction
    • June 3, 5; 10, 12; 17, 19; 24, and 26
    • July 1, 3; 8, 10; 15, 17; 22, 24; 29, and 31
    • August 5 and 7
  • Each class lasts 1½ hours and includes two 45-minute teaching units
  • Regular Registration ends Sunday, June 1, 2025
  • Late Registration begins Monday, June 2, 2025 (you pay $25 more)
  • Tuition: $595 (Returning students receive 10% discount)
  • NO REGISTRATION FEE
  • Click HERE to register

ONLINE – 2025 Summer Term 1 – 4-Week Summer Club for German Learners – Level B2 – Summer movies, beach reads, and vacation trends – ready for summer? – Jun 11, 25; Jul 9, 23 (W)

In this enjoyable and engaging course, we dive into exciting topics all about vacationing in Germany. We’ll uncover hidden gems off the beaten path and talk about everything that brings on that summer feeling.

The focus: Meeting up, speaking German, and keeping your skills fresh.

• Classes on Wednesdays, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
  
  • 4 classes – 6 hours of German instruction
    • June 11 and 25
    • July 9 and 23
  • Each class is 1½ hours long and includes two 45-minute teaching units
  • Regular Registration ends Sunday, June 1, 2025
  • Late Registration begins Monday, June 2, 2025 (you pay $25 more)
  • Tuition: $135
  • NO REGISTRATION FEE
  • Click HERE to register

Register here.

ONLINE – 2025 Summer Term 2 – 2-Week Intensive German Classes for Adults – Aug 18 to Aug 29 (M-F)

These are refresher classes – Levels A1/A2 – B1/B2 – C1/C2 – NOT for beginners. Please specify your level of proficiency at time of registration

• Classes on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
  
  • 10 classes – 15 hours of German instruction
    • August 18, 19, 20, 21, and 22
    • August 25, 26, 27, 28, and 29
  • Each class is 1½ hours long and includes two 45-minute teaching units
  • Evening Classes from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
  • Early Registration ends Sunday, July 27, 2025 (you get a $10 discount)
  • Regular Registration ends Sunday, August 10, 2025
  • Late Registration begins Monday, August 11, 2025 (you pay $25 more)
  • Tuition: $337.50 (Returning students receive 10% discount)
  • NO REGISTRATION FEE
  • Click HERE to register

IMPORTANT DATES – ADULT GERMAN CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS 2025 – 2027

FALL TERM 2025

Fall Term 2025: September 8 – November 14, 2025
Early Registration Ends: August 17, 2025
Regular Registration: August 31, 2025
Late Registration Begins: September 1, 2025

WINTER TERM 2026

Winter Term 2026: January 5 – March 13, 2026
Early Registration Ends: December 14, 2025
Regular Registration Ends: December 28, 2025
Late Registration Begins: December 29, 2025

SPRING TERM 2026

Spring Term 2026: March 16 – May 21, 2026
Early Registration Ends: February 22, 2026
Regular Registration Ends: March  8, 2026
Late Registration Begins: March 9,  2026

SUMMER TERMS 2026

Summer Term I 2026: June 8 – August 7, 2026
Early Registration: May 17, 2026
Regular Registration Ends: April 29 – May 19, 2026
Late Registration Begins: May 20, 2026

Summer Term II – Intensive 2026:  August 17 – 28, 2026
Early Registration Ends: June 17 – July 7, 2026
Regular Registration Ends: July 8 – July 28, 2026
Late Registration Begins: July 29, 2026

FALL TERM 2026

Fall Term 2026: September 14 – November 20, 2026
Early Registration Ends: August 23, 2026
Regular Registration Ends: September 6, 2026
Late Registration Begins: September 7, 2026

WINTER TERM 2027

Winter Term 2027: January 4 – March 12, 2027
Early Registration Ends: December 13, 2026
Regular Registration Ends: December 26, 2026
Late Registration Begins: December 27, 2026

SPRING TERM 2027

Spring Term 2027: March 15 – May 21, 2027
Early Registration Ends: February 21, 2027
Regular Registration Ends: March 7, 2027
Late Registration Begins: March 8, 2027

SUMMER TERMS 2027

Summer Term I 2027: June 7 – August 12, 2027
Early Registration Ends: May 16, 2027
Regular Registration Ends: May 30, 2027
Late Registration Begins: May 31, 2027

Summer Term II – Intensive 2027: August 16 – 27, 2027
Early Registration Ends: July 25, 2027
Regular Registration Ends: August 8, 2027
Late Registration Begins: August 9, 2027

FALL TERM 2027

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