Martine Baboin is a native French speaker, raised in the Rhône Valley. Martine has spent the last 18 years in Australia and New Zealand teaching French, both through organisations including the Alliance Française and as a private tutor. In addition, Martine has extensive experience in the hospitality and entertainment field, including the organisation of industry events associated with the Cannes Film Festival. Martine teaches frenchclass in Sydney and she takes on the role of host, language tutor and tour guide during the frenchclass in France program.
Martine possesses great passion and style for the French language and culture, employing stimulating techniques.
Lothaire Bjorksater-Bleylock
My french has improved out-of-sight since I started taking lessons with Martine. She is an encouraging teacher who allows you to work at your own pace. One on one tuition with a teacher of high standard is certainly the best way to learn."
Paul Bailey
Miriam Macpherson is originally from New Zealand. After spending more than four years in Nice, Miriam is not only a fluent French speaker, but has also developed a passion for French cuisine.
Miriam is co-host for the frenchclass in France program, she is a trained cook and prepares most of the meals included in the packages. Many of her specialties are based on recipes passed down through the generations and guests are invited into the kitchen to learn the secrets of authentic French cuisine during hands-on cooking classes. Miriam uses traditional locally produced ingredients to prepare seasonal specialties of the region.