Conversation Courses
Nothing beats a great conversation.
Welcome to Maestrale Conversation, a 5-week Saturday in-person class focused on honing your Italian speaking skills. We'll be discussing a wide range of topics, supported and guided by your instructor every step of the way. Our conversation classes are offered in-person at the Italian Cultural Institute of San Francisco. Get directions here. Grab a coffee, find your seat and get ready to put your Italian into practice.
Click on the class names below for more information.
Not sure which class or level is right for you? No problem, contact us to schedule a free pre-enrollment video chat.
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Beginner Conversation A1
Finding Your Voice
Perfect for those taking their first steps in Italian conversation. We'll build your confidence through vocabulary expansion and chat about everyday topics that matter to you. This class is designed for students who have some Italian foundation. If "I know my basics but freeze up when it's time to actually talk!" sounds familiar, this is the right class for you.
2025 Course details:
In-person Schedule:
October 4, 11, 18, 25. November 1.
Meets: Saturdays
Time: 2pm – 3:30pm (PST)
Class duration: 1.5 hour
Location: In-person at Istituto Italiano di Cultura di San Francisco: 710 Sansome St., San Francisco, CA 94111
Class size: 8 students max per course.
Material: provided by instructor
Price: $220
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Elementary Conversation A2
Ready to join the conversation?
Start participating in discussions on topics you care about and discover you can say more than you think! You've got the basics down—now it's time to put them to work in actual conversations. Practice expressing your thoughts, asking questions, and sharing your experiences while building the confidence to speak up and join in.
2025 Course details:
Online Schedule:
October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.
Meets: Thursdays
Time: 12pm – 1:30pm (PST)
Class duration: 1.5 hour
Location: online via Zoom
Class size: 8 students max per course.
Material: provided by instructor
Price: $220
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Lower Intermediate Conversation A2/B1
Time to level up!Join lively discussions on broader topics, explore interesting articles together, and participate in fun interactive activities that will have you thinking in Italian. You know your verbs and tenses, now let's make them work for you. It's time to take your Italian conversation to the next level and feel more confident expressing your thoughts.
2025 Course details:
In-person Schedule:
October 25. November 1, 8, 15, 22.
Meets: Saturdays
Time: 3pm – 4:30pm (PST)
Class duration: 1.5 hour
Location: In-person at Istituto Italiano di Cultura di San Francisco: 710 Sansome St., San Francisco 94111
Class size: 8 students max per course.
Material: provided by instructor
Price: $220
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Upper Intermediate Conversation B2
Now we are talking!Engage in meaningful discussions and explore content that broadens your perspective. You've mastered the fundamentals—now it's time to polish your fluency and navigate those tricky Italian subtleties. Express your opinions, discuss current events, and communicate with growing confidence and natural flow.
2025 Course details:
Online Schedule:
October 2, 9, 16, 30. November 6.
Meets: Thursdays
Time: 10am – 11:30am (PST)
Class duration: 1.5 hour
Location: online via Zoom
Class size: 8 students max per course.
Material: provided by instructor
Price: $220
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Advanced Conversation C1
You earned your mastery, now let it shine.
Participate in complex debates, analyze sophisticated material, and express nuanced ideas with precision and eloquence. You have solid command of the language—now it's time to perfect your mastery and communicate like a native speaker. Tackle abstract concepts, cultural intricacies, and challenging topics with the confidence and sophistication of true fluency.
2025 Course details:
Online Schedule:
November 13, 20. December 4, 11, 18.
Meets: Thursdays
Time: 10am – 11:30am (PST)
Class duration: 1.5 hour
Location: online via Zoom
Class size: 8 students max per course.
Material: provided by instructor
Price: $220
Book soon! Seats are limited.