Level 1B
Jumpstart for Beginners II
Sep. 2024 Cohort

This is the second part of our course for complete beginners. At this time, you should be able to read most Pinyin, able to introduce yourself briefly, and greet others.

We're going to join a young girl on her travel adventure in China. Together, we'll pick up some important skills like asking for directions, ordering at a restaurant, booking train and plane tickets, checking in smoothly at a hotel, and more.

  • Level:
    Complete Beginners
  • 8 wks + 1 wk break:
    Sep. 23 - Nov. 22, 2024.
  • Virtual lessons:
    Tues & Thu
    8-8:50pm EDT
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Conversation Focused

Interactive sessions in small groups (3-6 students) with a focus on conversational skills

Mandarin Immersion

classes delivered in Mandarin
85% of the time

Connections and Accountability

Exclusive community and pop-up excercises

By the end of the course, you will be able to carry out the following activities in simple words and sentences:

  • Booking train and plane tickets;
  • Check in a hotel
  • Ask for directions
  • Order at a restaurant and a coffee shop
  • Shop for clothes
  • Talk about your plans

"I'm interested in signing up."

Book a free session with me, tell me more about yourself, and have a taste of my teaching style.

  • $420

  • WHAT DO YOU GET
  • Virtual Classes - 50min x 2 sessions / week
  • Small group (3 - 6 students)
  • Dynamic Practices for Self-Study
  • Character writing sheets, mini speaking project
  • Personalized Feedback
  • Feedback on your speaking project
  • Additional Access 
  • Life-time access to live session recordings,
    12-month access to the learning materials.

Course Information

Start Date

Starting Sept. 24, 2024, with 8 weeks of live sessions and 1-week break halfway.

Class Time


Who is the course for?

The course is for learners who know some basic Mandarin, are able to read most Pinyin, and can introduce yourself briefly and greet others.

Not sure if it suits your level? Simply  book a free language assessment with me. 

Languages in Class

At this level, you will be able to engage simple conversations and provide some nuances. The classes will be delivered in Mandarin 85-90% of the time, with some pop-up grammar rules explained in English.

Refund Policy

Refund is available BEFORE the start date. 
Meet the instructor

Jun Wu

Hi friends, I'm Jun. I've been teaching Chinese language and culture for over a decade, and hold a B.A. in Teaching Mandarin as a Second Language, and a M.Ed in Curriculum Design and Teaching Methodology.

As a life-long language learner myself, I know what it’s like to feel stuck and lost when learning a second language. Now after having lived and taught in three different countries to students of all levels and ages, from elementary school to university courses, I'm fascinated not only by the differences among cultures, but how much we share in common. 

Together, we will make this learning process fun while making meaningful connections along the way!
Patrick Jones - Course author
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