French Immersion Program for Adults in Quebec
Learn French the way it's really lived — in cabins, by the water

3-7 days
3 to 7 day total immersion stays
8-12
Small groups of 8 to 12 people max
35 min
Only 35 minutes from Montreal
All levels welcome
From complete beginner to advanced intermediate
French immersion in Quebec doesn't happen in a classroom. At Événements Pourki, you learn French the way Quebecers live it: paddling on the Richelieu River, sharing stories around the campfire, playing ball hockey, listening, responding, living. Sleep in cabins or huts on the water and rediscover that warm atmosphere of family nights—those childhood memories of falling asleep to the sound of water with your cousins. Our program combines authentic outdoor activities and real exchanges with native speakers. This is experiential language immersion: the language becomes yours because you use it in real situations, with real people, in a natural setting that encourages learning without pressure.
Whether you're an English-speaking beginner, an immigrant wanting to practice authentic Quebec French, or an intermediate French speaker looking to gain confidence, our experiential approach adapts to your level. No lectures. Just authentic experiences that make French a living language, not a list of grammar rules. Like those natural conversations we'd have at the family cottage.
After 3 to 7 days at Domaine Pourki, you will have spoken French for hours every day, met authentic Quebecers, overcome the fear of speaking, discovered Quebec culture from within, and created memories that last a lifetime. Your French will no longer be theoretical—it will be alive.
Sample program
A typical day at Domaine Pourki
1Day 1 - Arrival
- Warm welcome and check-in to your cabin in nature
- Group introduction and activity overview
- First practical conversation workshop
- Community Quebec dinner with language exchanges
2Day 2 - Immersion
- Breakfast and conversation by the water
- Kayak or rabaska on the Richelieu River with French-speaking guide
- Outdoor lunch in French
- Forest hike with French explanations
- Evening campfire with storytelling and games
3Day 3 - Discovery
- Quebec cooking workshop with culinary terms in French
- Sports activities (ball hockey, pedal boat) in French
- Free practice time with Quebec instructors
- End-of-stay celebration and reflection on progress
This is for you if...
You are an anglophone
From the USA or English Canada, and you really want to speak French, not just read it in a textbook
You are an immigrant to Quebec
And you want to practice authentic Quebec French in real life, with local people
You have studied French before
But you struggle speaking and need practice in a judgment-free environment
You love nature
And you learn better by moving than by sitting in a classroom
You want to discover Quebec culture
Firsthand, not just as a tourist—meet authentic Quebecers
You are a beginner or intermediate
Our experiential approach works for all levels of French
Why it's different from traditional schools
Comparison: Événements Pourki vs. Classroom courses
| Domaine Pourki | Traditional schools | |
|---|---|---|
| Setting | In nature, by the Richelieu River | Classroom in the city |
| Approach | Experiential and immersive (learning by doing) | Theoretical, based on grammar rules |
| Practice | Constant conversation with Quebec native speakers | Limited exercises and vocabulary repetition |
| Learning | Living language used in real situations | Grammar rules isolated from context |
| Culture | Lived and shared with authentic Quebecers | Taught in books, not lived |
What our participants say
“In just three days, I spoke more French than in my six months of classes! That's because we actually use it, not just do exercises. I finally feel confident speaking with real Quebecers.”
Sarah M.
Boston, USA
“As an immigrant, I was afraid to speak Quebec French. Here I understood it's normal not to catch everything at first, and it comes naturally by living the activities. The Quebecers were patient and...”
Alex P.
Toronto, Canada
“I studied grammar French for two years. Here in one week at Domaine Pourki, I finally unlocked my speaking. It's the nature, the people, the atmosphere—everything helps. I recommend it to all my...”
Marie L.
Paris, France
We also offer celebration of life ceremonies in nature
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