Program Overview

Explore the program that fits your schedule, goals, and learning style

Find the Program That Fits Your Life

At KaiXin Language School, we make learning Mandarin an experience worth looking forward to.

Whether you are starting from scratch, brushing up on your skills, preparing for a business trip, or working toward true fluency — we have a program designed for you. Our instructors bring genuine enthusiasm to every class, breaking lessons down into manageable steps and integrating games, cultural events, holiday celebrations, and real-world conversation so that progress feels natural and enjoyable. From Basic through Advanced reading and writing, every course is built around one goal: your success.

Programs we offer:

  • Group Classes
  • Private & Semi-Private Instruction
  • Corporate Training
  • Kids Program

Find the Right Class for You

Whether you learn best in a group setting or prefer focused one-on-one instruction, we have a format that fits your schedule and goals.

Adults Group

Structured course lessons

  • 8 hours per session
  • 4 week sessions – meets twice a week (1 hour per class)
  • Intimate & engaging classes
  • Solid curriculum and lesson plans keeps you motivated

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Private / Semi-Private

Convenient and custom

  • Private 1-on-1 instruction
  • Learn at your own pace
  • Follow our standard or customize your lesson plans
  • Specialized instruction available
  • Make it semi-private and study with friends

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Kids

Fun and engaging

  • Private or group
  • Beginners and intermediate
  • Perfect for 6-12 year olds

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Corporate

Business focused

  • Large group class training
  • Business and industry focused
  • Follow our standard or customize your lesson plans
  • Specialized instruction available
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Mandarin That Goes Beyond the Classroom

Every class draws on a structured set of techniques that keep lessons practical, culturally grounded, and genuinely engaging. Through conversation practice, cultural topics, and interactive activities, you'll build the confidence to use Mandarin naturally — not just in class, but in the world.

Our Approach to Learning

Each course level explores a range of topics designed to show how Chinese is used in everyday and modern life — keeping lessons practical, relevant, and engaging.

Key elements and learning methods used in every class:

  • Pinyin system (Mandarin romanization)
  • Language history and cultural context
  • Grammar and sentence structures
  • Conversation and role-play through skits
  • Vocabulary-building games and activities

Course Level and Proficiency Table

Recommended learning hours indicate prior study needed to begin each level.

No prior Mandarin experience required. Students learn tones, pinyin, basic vocabulary, and foundational sentence structures.
1
Basic 1
Entry point — no experience needed
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2
Basic 2
After completing Basic 1
8hrs
3
Basic 3
After completing Basic 2
16hrs
4
Basic 4
After completing Basic 3
24hrs
5
Basic 5
After completing Basic 4
32hrs
6
Basic 6
After completing Basic 5
40hrs
Each level consists of approximately 8 instructional hours.
Introduces reading and writing Chinese characters alongside more complex grammar structures and expanded conversational topics.
1
Intermediate 1
Requires completion of Beginner track
48hrs
2
Intermediate 2
After completing Intermediate 1
56hrs
3
Intermediate 3
After completing Intermediate 2
64hrs
4
Intermediate 4
After completing Intermediate 3
72hrs
5
Intermediate 5
After completing Intermediate 4
80hrs
6
Intermediate 6
After completing Intermediate 5
88hrs
Each level consists of approximately 8 instructional hours.
For students with solid foundational skills. Focus shifts to nuanced grammar, formal writing, business vocabulary, and reading comprehension.
1
Advanced 1
Requires completion of Intermediate track
96hrs
2
Advanced 2
After completing Advanced 1
104hrs
3
Advanced 3
After completing Advanced 2
112hrs
4
Advanced 4
After completing Advanced 3
120hrs
5
Advanced 5
After completing Advanced 4
128hrs
6
Advanced 6
After completing Advanced 5
136hrs
Each level consists of approximately 8 instructional hours.
A dedicated track for students looking to strengthen oral fluency, tone accuracy, and real-world conversational confidence. Completing the recommended hours for Beginner through Advanced is encouraged before enrolling.
1
Elementary Speaking 1
Requires completion of Advanced track
144hrs
2
Elementary Speaking 2
After completing Elem. Speaking 1
152hrs
3
Elementary Speaking 3
After completing Elem. Speaking 2
160hrs
4
Elementary Speaking 4
After completing Elem. Speaking 3
168hrs
5
Elementary Speaking 5
After completing Elem. Speaking 4
176hrs
6
Elementary Speaking 6
After completing Elem. Speaking 5
184hrs
1
Intermediate Speaking 1
Requires completion of Elem. Speaking track
192hrs
2
Intermediate Speaking 2
After completing Int. Speaking 1
200hrs
3
Intermediate Speaking 3
After completing Int. Speaking 2
208hrs
4
Intermediate Speaking 4
After completing Int. Speaking 3
216hrs
5
Intermediate Speaking 5
After completing Int. Speaking 4
224hrs
6
Intermediate Speaking 6
After completing Int. Speaking 5
232hrs
1
Advanced Speaking 1
Requires completion of Int. Speaking track
240hrs
2
Advanced Speaking 2
After completing Adv. Speaking 1
248hrs
3
Advanced Speaking 3
After completing Adv. Speaking 2
256hrs
4
Advanced Speaking 4
After completing Adv. Speaking 3
264hrs
5
Advanced Speaking 5
After completing Adv. Speaking 4
272hrs
6
Advanced Speaking 6
After completing Adv. Speaking 5
280hrs
Each level consists of approximately 8 instructional hours.
Not Sure Where to Start?

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Sample Course Topics

Basic

Foundation-level vocabulary, tones, and everyday conversation

Greetings, Friends and Family, Time, Shopping, Dining

Intermediate

Expanding grammar, characters, and real-world topics

Dating, Emotions and Feelings, Hospital, Travel Planning, Airport Check-in, Hotel Services

Advanced

Nuanced language skills, formal writing, and business vocabulary

Chinese Family, Holidays, Party and Event Planning, Life Experiences

Speaking

Dedicated oral fluency and conversational confidence

Dreams, Organic Food, Gender Equality, Dieting, Studying Abroad

Business

Practical Mandarin for client-facing and professional settings

Meet and Greet Clients, Contract Discussions, Marketing and Research, Culture Dos and Don’ts

Corporate

Industry-focused language and cultural awareness for teams

Greetings, Culture and Market Differences, Industry Terminology, Finance

Start Speaking Mandarin with Confidence

Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to refine your skills, KaiXin has a program designed for you. Class sizes are kept small to ensure every student gets the attention they need — find your program and register when you are ready.

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