Want to learn a new language? Try these classes for adults

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It’s not as hard as you think to learn a new language. (Photo by Jon Tyson on Unsplash)

They say learning foreign languages is easier when you are younger — the famous “old dog/new tricks” adage — but actually, learning a new language as an adult may be easier than you think.

If you are an adult who wants to learn new languages, you may want to look into these options here in the Huntsville area:

OLLI at UAH

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OLLIE at UAH is a great way for adults to learn a new skill. (Hville Blast)

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Alabama in Huntsville offers a wide array of classes for people 50 and older, including foreign language classes.

OLLI offers different courses each term, but has consistently offered Spanish, French and German classes on its platform.

Find out more about OLLI at UAH here.

Yuwenbon Language Services

Yuwenbon has been the leading provider of Chinese language and culture education in North Alabama since it opened in 2005, and has since expanded its offerings to include:

  • Spanish
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Portuguese
  • French
  • Hebrew
  • American Sign Language

Located at 2600 Newby Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35805, you can find more info on classes and schedules on the organization’s website.

American Sign Language

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Learn ASL with the Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind. (Photo by Darelle on Pixabay)

The Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind offers classes in American Sign Language every spring and fall semester, and often hosts condensed courses in the summer for a reduced fee.  

Classes meet at the AIDB Huntsville Regional Center at 4092 Memorial Pkwy SW, Ste 105 Huntsville, AL 35802

For more information on class fees and schedules, visit AIDB online.

LearningQuest

LearningQuest offers a variety of language courses, including Spanish for Travel and French for Travel.

LearningQuest’s facilities are located at 915 Monroe St SW, Huntsville, AL 35801. Check out their latest catalog for class times, schedules and fees.

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Michael Seale
Michael Seale
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