Find the Louisiana Creole class that suits you!
Whether you are discovering Louisiana Creole for the first time or seeking to deepen a lifelong connection to the language, our courses meet you where you are. We offer beginner, intermediate, and advanced sessions designed around conversation, culture, and community. Choose from in-person evening classes, weekend immersion workshops, or online options that fit your schedule. Each course is led by passionate instructors who bring the sounds, stories, and traditions of Louisiana Creole to life. Explore our offerings below and register for the class that matches your goals.
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Kouri Vini (Louisiana Creole)
Beginner Kouri Vini - with Herbert J. Wiltz
Louisiana Creole
During this beginner-level course, students will be exposed to an orthography used in Kouri-Vini. They will learn vocabulary associated with
various themes, practice common expressions and everyday phrases that are essential for daily interactions. Students will develop the
ability to introduce themselves and others, ask and answer basic questions, and engage in simple conversations with growing confidence. The
course provides a strong foundation in both spoken and written Kouri-Vini through a clear, communicative approach that emphasizes practical
language use in real-life situations.
The suggested text for this course is Ti Liv Kréyòl which can be purchased through Amazon.
Pace: 1hr per week over 8 weeks
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Online via Zoom
Tuesday 6pm ▸ 7pm
08 Sep 2026 ▸ 27 Oct 2026
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Intermediate Kouri Vini - with Herbert J. Wiltz
Louisiana Creole
The intermediate-level course builds upon the foundation established in Kouri-Vini 101, with a continued expansion of language skills and
cultural knowledge. Students will develop vocabulary across a variety of thematic areas and strengthen their use of common expressions
and everyday phrases essential for daily interactions.
In addition, students will explore examples of Louisiana literature through stories, songs, and poems. Engagement with these cultural texts will further enhance their speaking abilities, listening comprehension, and overall understanding of the language.
The suggested text for this course is Févi can be purchased online through redstickreads.com.
Pace: 1hr per week over 8 weeks
Intermediate Kouri Vini on site - with Herbert J. Wiltz
Louisiana Creole
The intermediate-level course builds upon the foundation established in Kouri-Vini 101, with a continued expansion of language skills and
cultural knowledge. Students will develop vocabulary across a variety of thematic areas and strengthen their use of common expressions
and everyday phrases essential for daily interactions.
In addition, students will explore examples of Louisiana literature through stories, songs, and poems. Engagement with these cultural texts will further enhance their speaking abilities, listening comprehension, and overall understanding of the language.
The suggested text for this course is Févi can be purchased online through redstickreads.com.
Pace: 1hr per week over 8 weeks