In-person adult German classes in San Diego
Learn German in a welcoming, structured class designed for adult beginners. Through guided conversation and skill-building activities, you will develop a practical foundation in speaking, listening, reading, writing, vocabulary, and grammar.
Beginner group class
The group class meets in person once a week at 4550 Kearny Villa Rd, Suite 202, San Diego, in 90-minute classes. It is designed for adults with little or no prior knowledge of German, and is taught mostly in English, gradually adding more German as the course progresses. We launch new classes three times a year, in September, January, and June. The curriculum is developed with the support of the German Pacific School San Diego. The class is part of our World Languages program.
What you will learn
The beginner course focuses on the German you need in everyday situations. You will practice how to:
- Greet people, introduce yourself, and talk about your family, work, and interests
- Ask and answer simple questions about daily life
- Handle everyday situations such as ordering food, shopping, and asking for directions
- Understand short spoken exchanges and simple written texts
- Write short messages and notes
Along the way you build the foundations: pronunciation, essential vocabulary, and the basic grammar behind simple sentences.
Why learn German in San Diego
- Family heritage: reconnect with the language of relatives from Germany, Austria, or Switzerland
- Travel: get around and talk with people when visiting German-speaking countries
- Work: communicate with German-speaking colleagues, clients, and partners
- Culture: start reading, listening to music, and watching films in the original language
German Pacific School San Diego
Our German curriculum is developed with the support of the German Pacific School San Diego. German Pacific School San Diego was founded in 2013, as a nonprofit language and cultural school dedicated to teaching German to children, teens, and adults across San Diego. In addition to after-school, weekend, and summer programs, German Pacific School San Diego combined language instruction with cultural enrichment activities such as field trips and community events. The school was accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges in 2018, underscoring its commitment to highest educational standards. For high schoolers German Pacific School San Diego offered an Advanced Placement German class authorized by the College Board. In addition, German Pacific School San Diego was recognized by the German government to administer official German Language Diploma exams, further strengthening its role as a bridge between the U.S. and German-speaking communities. Sadly, German Pacific School San Diego closed its doors as a German Language Diploma school in 2023. In order to continue its mission of promoting German language and culture, German Pacific School San Diego is now partnering with local organizations to support German language learning.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to know any German?
No. The beginner class is designed for adults with little or no prior knowledge of German.
What language is the class taught in?
Mostly in English at first, gradually adding more German as the course progresses.
How long is each class?
90 minutes, once a week, in person at our school in Kearny Mesa.
When do new classes start?
Three times a year, in September, January, and June. The current news post has the exact dates, tuition, and enrollment.
Can I take private lessons instead?
Yes, see private German lessons below.
Private German lessons
We also offer private German lessons online, in person at our school in Kearny Mesa, or in person at other locations around San Diego. Contact us with your goals and schedule.
Questions about the course? Contact us and we will help you decide whether it is a good fit.