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I've learned through this program in a month more than I've learned prior with an online tutor for 8 months. Their teaching methods allows what you learn to stick with you and also allows you to practise, use and build on everything you learn. I feel that it's the fastest, more direct and easiest way to learn Chinese that I have found.

I’m about one month into the program and I have found value in every lesson. The staff of Xiaogua Chinese is very welcoming, hardworking, and patient. I was initially nervous to speak Chinese in front of a native speaker, but my guide, Fan fan, is so friendly and helpful. The materials are well crafted to fit the stage
I’m at and there is a variety of learning methods to suite individual learning styles. The team finds out your “why” and plans your journey around that. I feel personally engaged in the process because the topics and vocabulary are interesting to me. I was given extra one on one time before starting group lessons, which i definitely needed. My Chinese has improved exponentially. The community aspect is so nice.

Hello I am with Xiaogua Chinese since six month and like to share my experience here.
Before I joined Xiaogua Chinese I was already studying Chinese for some years. However I was not able to express my thoughts (beside very basic ones) to locals which was kind of frustrating.
After being with Xiaogua Chines for around 1-2 month I already noticed a big difference in my speaking skills. So I wonder why this was possible so fast.
1. I can utilize the already known things much better. So the biggest step forward for me was that I was "suddenly" able to express a lot of thing in real world conversations. That was a very motivating experience. I think this part is mostly about confidence and speaking practice I acquired because the atmosphere in the lessons is very relaxing and I feel save to speak. My feeling is that all the Xiaogua teachers have some "magical" skills to make me feel so save and comfortable. Most probably its not magic but good work. I imagine how difficult it must be to strip down your used vocabulary so that it still feels naturally but only use a very limited set of vocabulary and structures. This is amazing good work!
2. I relay like to attend classes. Especially the 1 on 1 classes are an appointment I looking forward to the whole week. In the past (and still) taking other classes sometimes feels a bit of a burden, but here it is just enjoyable. The group classes are sometimes a bit more challenging for me because you have more people around you. From a learning prospective I think it is very valuable as you are confronted with different ways to speak and different sets of vocabulary.
All my fellow students are super supportive, nice and friendly. Even if challenging some time, group classes are fun as well and we laugh a lot together.
3. Because it is fun I study much more time and much more efficient. Xiaogua keeps me motivated.

So as a result of several month of study I can report that during my last stay in china for several weeks I did not use one word of English the whole time (except in work). I was able to manage all kind of day to day situations without using English or a translation app. Sometimes it was a bit slow and clumsy but in the end successful enough. That was great experience and a big change to the time before joining Xiaogua Chinese.

However I need to mention that progress does not come because other people do it for you. With Xiaogua Chinese you definitely get the environment which supports you, keeps you motivated and gives you the tools and methods to utilize your time best. The rest is up to you. For me it is definitely worth the investment!

Xiaogua Chinese is the learning school for actually learning the Chinese language. Their approach is different than other methods you might’ve experienced on your own or in traditional classes. The teachers involvement with your personal growth is extraordinary and they really want you to succeed according to the goals you’ve set for yourself. I started as a total beginner and I’m now able to hold conversations with locals. Growth I never thought I would achieve, became a reality with the help of everyone at Xiaogua Chinese. Learning feels like catching up with friends in a playful and casual manner. I couldn’t recommend it more!