Find the right way to learn Chinese.

Learn live online or face to face in Hangzhou and Shanghai. Choose a format and goal to find an adult course that fits your level and schedule.

Find the right way to learn Chinese.
Chinese learning scene

Start with your learning goal.

See who each course is for and what you will practise, then view the course or enquire.

6 learning goals

Everyday Chinese · Illustrative learning scene
Daily life

Everyday Chinese

Use Chinese in everyday life.

Who it is for
Beginners, returning learners, or anyone who wants to use Chinese day to day.
What you practice
  • Greetings and introductions
  • Ordering, shopping and getting around
  • Sharing experiences and plans
Spoken Chinese · Illustrative learning scene
Speaking

Spoken Chinese

Turn what you want to say into practice tasks.

Who it is for
Learners who know some Chinese and want to speak more, extend conversations and share opinions.
What you practice
  • Pronunciation and common phrases
  • Listening, responding and follow-up questions
  • Familiar topics and opinions
Business Chinese · Illustrative learning scene
Work

Business Chinese

Communicate clearly in real workplace tasks.

Who it is for
Learners who use Chinese in meetings, emails and daily work.
What you practice
  • Meetings and reporting
  • Business emails
  • Confirming needs and details
HSK Chinese · Illustrative learning scene
Exams

HSK Chinese

Plan your revision around your target exam.

Who it is for
Learners with an exam goal who need a clear revision focus.
What you practice
  • Vocabulary and sentence comprehension
  • Listening, reading and expression
  • Error review and staged revision
Professional Chinese · Illustrative learning scene
Specialist

Professional Chinese

Explain your expertise clearly in Chinese.

Who it is for
Learners who explain specialist content, present products or processes, or confirm requirements.
What you practice
  • Explaining specialist concepts
  • Presenting products and processes
  • Answering questions and confirming needs
Cantonese · Illustrative learning scene
Language & culture

Cantonese

Start with listening and pronunciation, and bring Cantonese into your life.

Who it is for
Learners who want to talk with family and friends, or practise everyday Cantonese.
What you practice
  • Greetings and pronunciation
  • Ordering, shopping and transport
  • Social conversation with friends

Online learning that connects you with Chinese.

Choose 1-on-1 lessons for personal attention or a small group to practise with peers. We plan around your goals, level and time zone.

Private online lessons

Online 1-on-1

One student, one teacher, live. Lessons are built around your level, goals and questions.

  • 1 student
  • Flexible schedule
  • Personal goals and targeted feedback
Online small groups

Online small group

Practise with peers of a similar level and goal, progressing together through Q&A and conversation.

  • 2–4 students (min. 2)
  • Matched by level, time zone and dates
  • Peer interaction and shared progress

Learn Chinese face to face in Hangzhou or Shanghai.

Choose an intensive group, part-time group or 1-on-1 lessons based on your time. Venue, dates and teacher are confirmed in your plan.

Intensive small groups
Part-time small groups
Private in-person lessons

In-person intensive group

Dedicate focused time in Hangzhou or Shanghai and build a steady learning rhythm.

  • Usually 4, up to 6
  • Provisionally 4 days a week
  • Structured lessons and intensive practice

In-person part-time group

Balance work, study and life with fixed weekly classes alongside peers.

  • Usually 4, up to 6
  • Provisionally twice a week
  • Steady learning for daily life

In-person 1-on-1

Learn face to face in Hangzhou or Shanghai, planned around your goals, length of stay and teacher availability.

  • 1 student
  • Flexible schedule
  • Personal goals and face-to-face feedback

Which format
fits your life?

Compare class size, schedule and focus, then enquire with your goals. In-person schedules are provisional; groups open once matched.

Plan your schedule with us

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Adult course formats compared
CompareOnline 1-on-1Online small groupIn-person intensive groupIn-person part-time groupIn-person 1-on-1
LocationOnlineOnlineHangzhou / ShanghaiHangzhou / ShanghaiHangzhou / Shanghai
Class size1 student2–4 students (min. 2)Usually 4, up to 6Usually 4, up to 61 student
ScheduleFlexible scheduleMatched by level, time zone and datesProvisionally 4 days a weekProvisionally twice a weekFlexible schedule
FocusPersonal goals and targeted feedbackPeer interaction and shared progressStructured lessons and intensive practiceSteady learning for daily lifePersonal goals and face-to-face feedback

Not sure where to start?

Tell us your level, where you use Chinese and your availability, and we will recommend a goal and format. Teacher, schedule and fees are confirmed during the enquiry.

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