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This Summer, Jane came from Australia to Lyon to spend a week in French immersion in Lyon, in order to practise her French and discover the city of Lyon. Here, she gives her impressions. Jane and I in a Croix-Rousse famous courtyard Summer study trip to Lyon – From July 17 to 22, 2026 Jane's review: What a beautiful woman! What a wonderful teacher! I would do this experience again without hesitation if it wasn’t so far away! It’s really worth it. Hélène will leave you with an

This summer Adrian spent a week with us in Lyon on a French homestay program and he is sharing his impressions with you here. French homestay – July 09–15, 2026 Adrian's review of his French homestay: Hélène is a wonderful host, teacher and cook. I had a great time with her in Lyon and would recommend a French homestay to anyone who wants to make good progress in French Adrian Yummy! French immersion is also this: enjoying the food

This Summer, Timmy, and his parents, Jenny and Mark, came from Australia to Lyon to spend a week in French immersion in Lyon, in order to practise their French and discover the city of Lyon. . Timmy, Jenny, Mark and I at the Confluences museum Summer immersion stay in Lyon – From July 1 to 7, 2026 Mark's review: We spent 6 nights with Hélène, Lolo and their dog Kickass for immersion and took the half board option. 2 of us had 3 hours of French lessons in the morning and we a

Brigette and Phoebe came from Australia to spend a week in Lyon learning French, mother and daughter together. Brigette, the mother, shares her impressions with you: Phoebe and Brigette buying ice cream Summer stay in French with Phoebe and Brigette – June 22 to 28, 2026 Brigette's experience report: Fabuleuse! Fabuleuse! Fabuleuse! That was our recent week with Helene for myself and my daughter, Phoebe. I had primarily organised the trip to help Phoebe with her senior school

It’s just a short trip from Lyon to Switzerland. The leap from a traditional French class to a language immersion program isn’t an easy one, yet the benefits are worlds apart. So follow Kendra’s example: take the plunge and go on a family trip, improve your French skills, and gain confidence! Family meal on the terrace Kendra's Family stay to Lyon - May 26–June 1, 2026 Kendra's Testimonial: I had a wonderful week with Hélène. Honestly, I first heard about Ling’home Lyon two y

Miriam, 72, from Jersey City, spent a week with us to improve her French through total immersion and explore Lyon. Here is her story: Domaine Le Corps de Loup, tour and wine tasting for Miriam Full immersion in French - May 16–22, 2026 Review by Miriam W.: My full immersion in French with Hélène was so perfect that it would be impossible to imagine anything better. Immersed in the French language from morning to night, I learned a great deal. Hélène and I talked and discussed

A successful first language study abroad experience for Christie, an English-speaking Canadian. It was a real pleasure to welcome her, help her improve her French, and show her around our beautiful city of Lyon. Here is her testimonial: Kickass and Christie Christie's Language Study Trip - May 4–10, 2026 Christie's testimonial: I had a wonderful language study stay with Hélène. She gave me a very warm welcome. As a teacher, she’s truly fantastic. Hélène is very patient and an

Paul spent two weeks with us in Lyon on a language immersion program and is sharing his impressions with you here. Together with Paul, we visited the memorial to the children of Izieu, which commemorates a tragic event in Lyon’s history. Paul and Lolo on a bike ride through Lyon French language homestay – April 17–30, 2026 Paul's review: Thank you so much for this wonderful stay in French and for all your tips. You really helped me improve my French. I truly enjoyed getting t

You want to improve your level in French and have the opportunity to practice daily for a week and maximize your exposure time to the French language? Do like Cumba, immerse yourself in the French Language and spend a week learning French with our family in Lyon! Cumba trying to do yoga, with Kickass Week of learning French in Lyon - From April 4 to 10, 2026 Cumba's testimony: I spent a week with Helene and her husband, Laurent, and their dog, Kickass (she’s SO gentle!), lear

John spent a week with us in March to attend an intensive French course! It is his second stay with us. John shares his impressions with you here: John, Lucie, a friend of John, and my family Intensive French courses for John - from March 21 to 27, 2026 Impressions of John: Dear Hélène and Lolo, I really had a lot of luck – both a professor and a top-notch leader. No surprise, since this is my second stay here. I wasn’t disappointed! I can’t imagine a better way to learn your

A language study trip with a host family is an experience like no other. First of all, it is a human experience made up of encounters and cultural differences. It requires an open mind on the part of both, the student and the teacher's family. If you're ready for it, it's the best way to learn and dare to speak, in a friendly and supportive environment. Do like Silvia, take the plunge! Silvia and I, Croix-Rousse Language study trip with a host family for Silvia - March 14 to

Here is the testimony of Mimie, who came back to us and visited us 6 years after her first language stay with us! This time again we spend a few days in Lyon and a short trip through the Ardèche, to our great delight. Kickass and Mimie at breakfast Mimie's language stay - from February 28 to March 7, 2026 Mimie's Testimony: I absolutely loved my language stay with Hélène and Lolo, and of course the unmissable Kickass. You have found the perfect balance between my interests an

You have to take a French exam? Do like Emmy to prepare for A-Level. Strengthen your skills and confidence before the exams with a language stay in my family: Emmy, during class Emmy's Immersion Stay - December 15-21, 2025 Testimonial from Juliet, Emmy's mother: Bonjour, My daughter spent a wonderful week with Hélène in December 2025 and we are very grateful for her patience, enthusiasm and energy in helping boost Emmy’s confidence in speaking and writing for her French A- le

Would you like to practice and improve your French with confidence? Choose the warmth of a family and immerse yourself in the French language like Shelley in Lyon! Shelley preparing the dough for a lemon pie French immersion course with Shelley – December 6 to 12, 2025 Shelley's experience report: Staying with Hélène was one of the best immersion experiences I had. Unlike other programs, I was truly immersed, having the opportunity to speak French almost nonstop (though I’m s

Alan spent a week with us in November for a French immersion course! Here he shares his impressions with you: Alan and me, on Alan's birthday =) French immersion course for Alan - November 1 to 7, 2025 Alan's testimonial: I loved my stay with Hélène and Laurent in Lyon. Everything was perfect. I had my own private room with a study and private bath. The two-story penthouse apartment is situated on a quiet residential street with easy access to the Tram and the city. The immer

A language study trip with a host family is an experience like no other. First and foremost, it is a human experience made up of encounters, cultural differences, and exchanges. It requires an open mind on the part of both the student and the host teacher's family. If you're ready for it, it's the best way to learn and dare to speak, in a friendly and supportive environment. Do like Kurt, take the plunge! Kurt, cycling Language study trip with a host family for Kurt - October

Are you just starting to learn French or, like John, would you like to perfect your French skills, but above all have the opportunity to speak with native speakers in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere while discovering the beautiful city of Lyon? Choose to stay with locals and discover Lyon and its medieval treasures, among other things. John shares his experiences: A moment of relaxation for John and Kickass Homestay with locals in French for John - October 1 to 8, 2025 John

Read the testimonial from Gerald, who stayed with us in Lyon last September with his wife Thais. He shares their impressions with you: Thais and Gerald in front of the former stock exchange palace in Lyon French immersion program by Gerald and Thais – September 6 to 12, 2025 Erfahrungsbericht von Gerald: We really loved our week staying with Hélène and Laurent. Hélène's teaching method was very good and just what we needed to improve our French. She always corrected our mista

Here is the testimonial from our first guest who spent her entire language stay in Ardèche, in Chalencon, at our vacation home. Erin, who is from Saint Paul, Minnesota, tells you about her immersion experience: Kickass, Lolo, Erin, and I on Mont Mézenc, Ardèche Erin's immersion experience – August 25 to 31, 2025 Erin reports: Bonjour! I stayed with Hélène (Ling’home Lyon) for one week at her vacation home in the Ardèche region, just south of Lyon. It was the most lovely week

This summer, 17-year-old Melanie, who is of Cuban-Canadian descent, visited Lyon with her parents. She chose a language immersion program that included French conversation classes and guided tours of Lyon. Jeannete, her mother, tells you all about it: Melanie on her way to the Basilica of Fourvière French language immersion program for Melanie – July 21–25, 2025 Testimonial from Jeannete, Melanie's mother: Lyon’s inmersión experience was amazing. The city is gorgeous and vibr