Teens & Adults
Conversational Mandarin for teens and adults
Learn Mandarin you can actually use — travel, work, family, or study abroad — with a licensed native teacher who previously taught at Shanghai University.
Built for how adults learn
Adults often progress quickly with grammar and reading, but speaking is the piece that stalls without regular practice. Lessons with Siwen prioritize real conversation in Mandarin, corrected gently in the moment, instead of only textbook drills.
Teens preparing for school Chinese, college placement, or family communication get the same speaking-first approach, with goals set around their timeline.
What you can work on
- Everyday conversational fluency and listening comprehension
- Tone accuracy and natural pronunciation
- Practical vocabulary for work, travel, or family life
- Cultural context behind idioms and everyday customs
- Reading and writing when you are ready — including character support
- Optional path into HSK exam preparation
Formats and scheduling
Choose small-group lessons at $35/hour (max six students) for peer conversation practice, or private 1-on-1 lessons at $50/hour for a fully personalized plan. There are no enrollment fees — you only pay for lessons you book.
Meet in person in Minneapolis at 3451 Bloomington Ave, or online on Google Meet. Weekday evenings after 3 PM and weekend times are available. Many Twin Cities adults combine online lessons with busy work schedules.
Experience that shows up in class
Siwen (Sisi) is a native Mandarin speaker with 12 years of teaching experience, including a prior role at Shanghai University working with students from more than 10 countries. She has been certified in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language since 2010 and holds a Bachelor’s in Chinese Language and Literature. On Wyzant she is rated 5.0/5 across 141 reviews, with 997 hours tutored.
Start with a clear goal
Share what you want to learn — conversation, travel Mandarin, family language, or HSK — and Siwen will help you pick a format.
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