Mandarin Courses in Montreal and Online

We offer dynamic Mandarin courses where you will explore China’s rich and unique cultural heritage through music, cinema, food, and more. The 6 levels of Mandarin will help you reach your goals quickly and build confidence after learning basic grammar, pinyin, and Chinese characters, all in a way that is adapted to your interests and needs.

How does registration for a Mandarin course work?

  1. Create an account on our online plateform (a Gmail account is required).
  2. Take the oral and written test. It’s free!
  3. Get the results of your test within 72 hours.
  4. Finalize your registration.

Placement Test

All future language school students must take a placement test, except for:

  • Students who have no knowledge of the language they wish to learn.
  • Current students of the YMCA International Language School or former students who studied at the YMCA International Language School in the last 6 months.

Evening courses – In-person

Mandarin Courses

Every level of the Mandarin conversation and grammar courses focuses on teaching four key skills in an interactive manner: oral and written comprehension and oral and written communication.

1 class per week | From 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (ET)

  • 3 levels :
    1. Level 1 | Monday
    2. Level 2 | Wednesday
    3. Level 3 | Friday
  • 21 hours of classes per session | 7 weeks

Price per session: $415

Registration

Session starting January 20, 2025

Session starting March 17, 2025

Evening courses – Online

Mandarin Courses

Every level of the Mandarin conversation and grammar courses focuses on teaching four key skills in an interactive manner: oral and written comprehension and oral and written communication.

Monday and Wednesday 

  • 2 classes per week (ET)
  • 1 level:
    1. Level 3: From 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday

  • 2 classes per week (ET)
  • 5 levels:
    1. Level 1 : From 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
    2. Level 2 : From 5:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
    3. Level 4 : From 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
    4. Level 5 : From 5:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
    5. Level 6 : From 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
  • 21 hours of classes per session | 7 weeks

Price per session: $360

Registration

Session starting January 20, 2025

Session starting March 17, 2025

Specialized Mandarin Courses – Advanced Conversation

The courses are designed to practice guided conversation to improve oral communication skills.

Friday | From 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (ET)

  • 1 class per week
  • Advanced level
  • 14 hours of classes per session | 7 weeks

Price per session: $275

Registration

Session starting January 20, 2025

Session starting March 17, 2025

Interested in an individualized approach?

Testimonials from Our Students

Their Experience in Our Language Courses

Emilia

“I did Mandarin level 1 with the professor TAN, I had an amazing experience, Professor Tan made the class so engaging and fun. We learn language, culture and history. I’m looking forward for level 2. Thank you professor TAN.”