Learning Chinese is no easy feat, especially if you are a westerner. If you want to get a grasp of the Chinese language—and fast—you should consider a one-on-one tutoring program.

Tutoring Programs vary depending upon which provider you choose. Look for a program that focuses on all aspects of learning Chinese. You also need to have flexibility to conduct sessions outside the classroom with your tutor. When learning Chinese, you want to do so in a fun and supportive environment. 

If you are ready to learn Chinese faster, here are our reasons why you should explore doing a one-on-one intensive tutoring program.

Study Chinese with a tutor in China.

This is the number one way to learn Chinese faster. Maybe you have considered going to China to study Chinese. (We hope so!) Of all the places to hire a tutor, we find that students who choose to go abroad to learn Mandarin get a better grasp of the language. Not only is the environment conducive, but the style of teaching is immersive and allows you to focus on your studies inside and outside your lessons.

Be the center of attention.

Learning is a lot easier when it’s just you and the teacher. No more waiting for other students to catch up to your level. You will get the one-on-one attention you need to master Chinese faster and focus on your problem areas.

Speak Chinese more in the classroom.

If you are in a classroom setting, you will usually get about 5 minutes to speak Mandarin per class. If you are in a tutoring session, you will spend at least 30 minutes per one hour session speaking Mandarin.

Learn more than the language.

With a tutor, you get to study topics that are not covered in the typical textbooks—Chinese history, Chinese culture, Chinese arts and more—which will deepen your learning experience. It will also help you impress your family and friends back home with your understanding of China itself.

Learn by doing.

Be sure that the program you choose follows the “learn by doing” style of teaching. This is important because you will get the opportunity to go out into the real world with your tutors to practice your Chinese. Hail a taxi. Go shopping. Order at a restaurant.

Find the right tutor.

Each student has different needs when it comes to learning Chinese. Beginners need a tutor who is very patient and can teach them the basics. Those who are at the intermediate or advanced levels do best with a tutor who can focus on their problem areas, help them with pronunciation and assist them with mastering tones. Personality styles are also important factors to take into consideration when searching for the ideal tutor.

A Day in the Life.

If you are curious what it’s like to be part of an intensive tutoring program, read Holly Priestland’s Day-in-the-Life post to get a sense of whether this would be a good program for you. Remember, you can always do a combo program where you get some one-on-one tutoring along with some classroom studying.

If you are searching for a tutoring program that meets all these criteria, send us an email to let us know how we can assist you in planning your intensive one-on-one tutoring program.