Adult student taking a private online Mandarin lesson with an instructor

Private Lessons

Learn at your own pace with personalized one-on-one Mandarin instruction.

Private lessons are designed around your goals, interests, and learning style. Whether you're just beginning, returning to Mandarin after a break, preparing for travel, improving conversation skills, or working toward another goal, each lesson is tailored to your needs.

Lessons can follow Mandarin Made Clear materials, your existing textbooks and resources, or a combination of both, giving you the flexibility to learn in the way that works best for you.

What Can We Work On Together?

Private lessons can be tailored to a wide variety of goals, including:

  • Building a strong foundation in Mandarin.

  • Developing everyday conversation skills.

  • Improving pronunciation and tones.

  • Strengthening listening comprehension.

  • Learning to read and write Chinese characters.

  • Working through a textbook or course.

  • Preparing for travel, study, or life abroad.

  • Exploring Chinese culture and language.

  • Preparing for HSK examinations.

  • Pursuing personal, academic, or professional goals.

Single Lesson

60-minute private lesson
$55

Lesson Options

5-Lesson Package

Save $15
Five 60-minute private lessons
$260

10-Lesson Package

Save $50
Ten 60-minute private lessons
$500

Lesson packages offer a discounted rate while providing flexible scheduling.

Getting Started

Choose the Path That's Right for You

I'm Ready to Begin Private Lessons

Choose the lesson package that's right for you. After you enroll, we'll contact you to schedule your personalized lesson series.

After you enroll, we'll contact you to schedule your personalized lesson series. If we've already met through a Learning Consultation, we'll use what we've learned to prepare for your instruction. If not, we'll schedule a complimentary Private Instruction Planning Session before your first lesson so we can discuss your goals, your learning style, your Mandarin background, and create a personalized learning plan.

I'm Not Sure Which Option Is Best

If you're deciding between Beginner Mandarin Foundations, Private Lessons, or another learning option, schedule a free Learning Consultation. We'll answer your questions, discuss your goals, and help you choose the approach that's the best fit for you. There's no obligation.

No previous Mandarin experience is required. But whether you're starting from scratch or continuing your Mandarin journey, your learning plan will be personalized to meet you where you are and help you continue moving forward with confidence.

Private lessons are taught live on Zoom. To participate comfortably, you'll need a reliable internet connection and a device with a microphone and camera. We'll send simple setup instructions before your first lesson, making it easy to get started.