{"title":"Chinese Language Courses for Beginners","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"92\"\u003e1. \u003cstrong data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"92\"\u003ePinyin Course\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"615\"\u003eOur Pinyin course combines the most effective methods used to teach native Chinese students with techniques specifically designed for non-native learners. In class, we focus heavily on pronunciation practice, and the teacher provides immediate correction to help you improve on the spot. After each lesson, you'll receive targeted homework based on your performance, allowing you to reinforce what you've learned. We highlight key pronunciation points, difficult sounds, and any specific issues that come up during class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"620\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"658\"\u003e2. \u003cstrong data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"658\"\u003eChinese Characters Course\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003eThis course covers 139 of the most essential Chinese characters, with standard native-speaker pronunciation and correct stroke order demonstrations. Each character is paired with 3 commonly used vocabulary words and 3 practical sentences based on real-life scenarios. It’s an efficient and practical way to build your Chinese foundation — helping you learn pronunciation, writing, vocabulary, and usage all at once. One course, triple the value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e3. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eOne-on-One Chinese Lessons\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003eOur one-on-one Chinese lessons are tailored to each student's level, goals, and specific learning needs. Classes include extensive listening and speaking practice, along with clear explanations of grammar structures. Your teacher will guide you through Pinyin, help refine your pronunciation, and introduce useful vocabulary, authentic expressions, and accurate grammar. You'll get plenty of practical speaking and listening experience. If you're interested in learning how to write Chinese characters, we can help with that too. And if you're curious about Chinese culture or history, we're always happy to share!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"learn-chinese-characters","title":"Chinese Characters in Real Life: 139 Characters, 417 Words \u0026 417 Sentence","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col 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communication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e139 Characters → 417 Words → 417 Real-Life Sentences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Is This Course For?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis course is especially suitable if you:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e       \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e✅ Can already speak or understand some basic Mandarin but still rely on Pinyin when reading.      \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e       \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e✅ Know basic Pinyin and pronunciation and want to start recognizing Chinese characters\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e       \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e✅ Recognize some Chinese characters but have trouble remembering them in words\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e       \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e✅ 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they appear in useful Chinese vocabulary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese Vocabulary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e417 practical Chinese words\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e connected to the characters you study.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReal-Life Chinese Sentences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractice \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e417 real-life Chinese sentences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and see how the vocabulary is used in everyday Mandarin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePinyin \u0026amp; Mandarin Tones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReview Pinyin, Mandarin tones, pronunciation, and tone combinations while learning the written form of Chinese words.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese Character Writing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow standard stroke order and practice writing characters step by step with tracing and writing exercises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeaking \u0026amp; Listening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead and practice useful sentences aloud to connect written Chinese with spoken Mandarin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You'll Practice in Each Lesson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach character lesson includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e       \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e✅ Native Mandarin pronunciation.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e       \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e✅ Pinyin and tone 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once.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e139 Characters. 417 Words. 417 Sentences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe course follows one simple learning path:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e139 Chinese Characters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e↓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e417 Practical Vocabulary Words\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e↓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e417 Real-Life Chinese Sentences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe goal isn't simply to help you remember what a character looks like.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's to help you recognize that character when it appears in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese words and sentences you actually encounter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Learn Chinese Characters Through Words?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou don't have to treat every Chinese character as a completely separate item to memorize.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese characters often appear in many different words. 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src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9828\/7516\/files\/t_64.png?v=1789559116\" alt=\"\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\"\u003e How can I say this more naturally?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of keeping those questions to yourself, you have a place to ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat You'll Get\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePersonalized Voice Feedback\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubmit a voice recording based on the weekly topic and receive feedback directly from Ivy, a native Mandarin teacher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeedback can cover:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003ePronunciation and tones\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eGrammar\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eWord choice\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eMore natural ways to express yourself\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eSuggestions for what to practice next\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe focus is on the Chinese you're actually trying to use — not generic corrections from a textbook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeekly Speaking Practice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Saturday morning (Beijing time), you'll have a new practical topic or speaking activity to work on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can practice when it fits your schedule instead of having to attend a class at a fixed time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is simple:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep using your Chinese.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical, Everyday Chinese\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractice the kind of Mandarin that comes up in real conversations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTopics may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eFood and restaurants\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eTravel\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eShopping\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eWork and daily routines\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eHobbies and interests\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eFamily and relationships\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eChinese culture\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eRecent experiences\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eThings you've been doing or learning\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eEveryday situations you've actually experienced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll also come across expressions that may not appear in your textbook but are commonly used in everyday Chinese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNative Teacher Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave a question about pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, or an expression you've heard?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk Ivy and get guidance when you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeedback is provided by Ivy herself — a native Mandarin teacher with international teaching experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't a full 1-on-1 lesson, but you're not left to figure everything out by yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn from Other Mandarin Learners\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll be part of a community of Mandarin learners from different countries and backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see how other learners express themselves, learn from their questions, and discover different ways of saying things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can participate when you're ready. You don't have to be the most active person in the community to benefit from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFlexible by Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis isn't a live class.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA new speaking topic is posted \u003cstrong\u003eevery Saturday morning (Beijing time)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and you can participate whenever it fits your schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no fixed class times, so you don't need to rearrange your schedule to join.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're in Europe, North America, Asia, or somewhere else, you can practice when you have time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn → Practice → Record → Get Feedback → Try Again\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTime Commitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need to spend hours every week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA typical week might look like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eWeekly topic \u0026amp; practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–20 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eRecord your response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–5 minutes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eListen to your feedback:\u003c\/strong\u003e a few minutes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eCommunity participation:\u003c\/strong\u003e as much or as little as you want\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAround 20–40 minutes per week is enough to get started.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, you can spend more time practicing if you want to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe point is to make regular speaking practice realistic — even if you have a busy schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow Feedback Works\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour feedback is based on the Chinese you actually produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou submit a voice recording based on the weekly topic, and Ivy reviews it personally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour feedback may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePronunciation \u0026amp; Tones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorrections to sounds, tones, and pronunciation patterns that may make your Chinese harder to understand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrammar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorrections when something is grammatically incorrect or doesn't fit the context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNatural Expressions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuggestions for how a native Mandarin speaker would naturally express the same idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Practice Next\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few specific things you can focus on instead of trying to fix everything at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal isn't to point out every possible mistake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's to help you notice the problems that matter and gradually improve the way you actually speak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhere the Community Lives\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Speaking Club community is hosted on \u003cstrong\u003eDiscord through Whop\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can access the community from your computer or phone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the community, you can:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eSee the weekly topic and speaking activities\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eSubmit your voice recordings\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eRead and respond to other learners\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eAsk Ivy questions\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eLearn from other members\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003ePractice when it fits your schedule\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can participate actively or simply listen and learn at first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no requirement to be online at a particular time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eReal-Life Chinese, Not Just Textbook Chinese\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnowing a lot of Chinese doesn't always mean you can use it naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may know the grammar rule but still hesitate when speaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may know the word but wonder whether a native speaker would actually use it that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may understand what someone says but struggle to respond yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's where regular practice matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Speaking Club focuses on helping you turn the Chinese you already know into something you can actually use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Join the Speaking Club\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin through the membership link and get access to the community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Check the Weekly Topic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Saturday morning (Beijing time), a new practical speaking topic is posted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Choose Your Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveryone works on the same topic, but you can choose the version that matches your level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeginners can use simpler questions and sentence patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntermediate learners can take the topic further with more detail and more natural expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Practice at Your Own Pace\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink about what you want to say, practice your Mandarin, and record your response when you're ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. Submit Your Recording\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend your voice recording based on the weekly activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. Get Feedback from Ivy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIvy personally reviews your recording and gives feedback on pronunciation, tones, grammar, and natural expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7. Keep Using Your Chinese\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the feedback, try again, learn from other learners, and come back for the next topic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Speaking Club is designed for \u003cstrong\u003ebeginner and intermediate Mandarin learners\u003c\/strong\u003e who already have some basic knowledge of Chinese and want more opportunities to use it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good starting point is if you can already:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eRead basic Pinyin\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eRecognize and produce the basic Mandarin tones\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eIntroduce yourself\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eTalk about simple daily activities\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eMake basic sentences about familiar topics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need to be fluent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need perfect pronunciation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd you don't need to know everything before you start speaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you can already say things like:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I live in London.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I went to a Chinese restaurant yesterday.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“I like traveling.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This weekend I'm going to…”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—you have enough Chinese to start practicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure whether your level is suitable, you can contact Ivy before joining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Makes It Different from 1-on-1 Mandarin Coaching?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Speaking Club and 1-on-1 Mandarin coaching serve different purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1-on-1 Mandarin coaching\u003c\/strong\u003e is personalized around your level, goals, pronunciation, learning needs, and progress. Every lesson is taught directly by Ivy, and the content can be adjusted specifically for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Speaking Club\u003c\/strong\u003e is for beginner and intermediate learners who want more opportunities to use Mandarin independently, practice with other learners, and get teacher guidance and feedback without committing to regular 1-on-1 lessons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose the format that fits the way you want to learn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eIs This a Course or a Community?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a \u003cstrong\u003espeaking practice community\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a traditional Mandarin course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou won't be expected to follow a textbook from Lesson 1 to Lesson 20.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead, you'll have regular opportunities to practice real-life Mandarin, ask questions, receive feedback, and learn from other learners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a structured learning plan with lessons built specifically around your level and goals, \u003cstrong\u003e1-on-1 Mandarin coaching\u003c\/strong\u003e may be a better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a beginner or intermediate learner who already knows some Chinese and mainly needs more opportunities to use it, the \u003cstrong\u003eSpeaking Club\u003c\/strong\u003e may be what you're looking for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMembership\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e$19.90\/month\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour membership includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eA new speaking topic every Saturday\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eWeekly speaking activities adapted to different levels\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eVoice recording practice\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003ePersonal feedback from Ivy\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eAccess to the Mandarin learning community on Discord\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ \u003c\/span\u003eThe opportunity to ask questions and learn from other members\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancel anytime.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[ \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eJoin the Speaking Club\u003c\/span\u003e → \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whop.com\/the-ivy-mandarin\/premium-mandarin-speaking-immersion-community\/\" title=\"Chinese Speaking Club\"\u003ehttps:\/\/whop.com\/the-ivy-mandarin\/premium-mandarin-speaking-immersion-community\/ \u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMonthly membership · Flexible participation · Native teacher feedback\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Speaking Club a live class?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis isn't a live class.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA new speaking topic is posted every Saturday morning (Beijing time), and you can participate whenever it fits your schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if I can't participate every week?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's okay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe activities are designed to give you regular opportunities to practice, not to create another stressful course schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can participate when you have time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I have to speak in front of other people?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main speaking practice can be done through voice recordings, so you don't have to speak live in front of a group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if I'm shy about speaking Chinese?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat's completely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can start by listening and getting familiar with the community before becoming more active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal is to gradually become more comfortable using Chinese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much feedback will I receive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeedback focuses on the most useful corrections in your recording, including pronunciation, tones, grammar, word choice, and more natural expressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal isn't to correct every tiny mistake. 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