speakers, exploring Chinese culture, preparing for work opportunities, or taking on a rewarding intellectual challenge, learning Mandarin can open up exciting new possibilities. At City Lit, you'll learn through practical, engaging lessons that help you build confidence using Mandarin in real-life situations. Our courses support learners from complete beginners to more advanced speakers, with flexible options to study online or in central London.Read less
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- Chinese beginners tasterCome and discover Chinese Mandarin in this lively taster.
Keeley Street
Thu 17 Sep 2026Ting PoonFull fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00 - Chinese beginners: module 1
Learn Chinese Mandarin either an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions. Experience learning Chinese by enrolling on a taster.
This course is designed for beginners who have little or no prior knowledge of Chinese.
Whether you're a student, professional, or simply curious about the language and culture, this course will equip you with the essential skills to communicate confidently in Mandarin.
Our emphasis on speaking ensures that you'll be able to engage in meaningful conversations from the very first lesson. You'll learn useful phrases, expressions, and idioms, enabling you to communicate effectively in various social and everyday situations.Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £168.00 - Chinese calligraphy: explore the Nature and World characters
Experience the calming practice of Chinese brush calligraphy while discovering the origins of Mandarin Chinese characters. Learn the basics of character writing and uncover how ancient symbols were inspired by the natural world. This creative and mindful session encourages focus, reflection, and a deeper appreciation of language and culture.
This session is part of the 2026 Mental Wealth Festival, hosted by City Lit and partners.
Keeley Street
Fri 9 Oct 2026Xiaolan BiFull fee £10.00 Senior fee £10.00 Concession £5.00 
Chinese: writing for beginnersLearn the basics of Chinese characters on this lively classroom-based course in the heart of London. This interactive workshop provides plenty of opportunity to practise yourself, and is suitable for complete beginners.Keeley Street
Sat 14 Nov 2026Ting PoonFull fee £59.00 Senior fee £59.00 Concession £59.00- Chinese beginners: short introduction
Learn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
Get a short introduction to the Chinese language and discover aspects of Chinese language culture in these live online communicative classes. Suitable for complete beginners.
Keeley Street
Tue 17 Nov 2026Joyce LeeFull fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £99.00 - Chinese beginners: module 2
Learn Chinese either in an in-person course in Covent Garden or live online sessions.
This course is designed for near beginners. You should have completed 'Chinese Beginners: Module 1' or possess an equivalent of approximately 15 hours of prior learning.
Full fee £259.00 Senior fee £259.00 Concession £168.00 - Chinese beginners: module 1+2
Learn Chinese Mandarin on this lively online course.
This course is designed for beginners who have little or no prior knowledge of Chinese.
Whether you're a student, professional, or simply curious about the language and culture, this course will equip you with the essential skills to communicate confidently in Mandarin.
Our emphasis on speaking ensures that you'll be able to engage in meaningful conversations from the very first lesson. You'll learn useful phrases, expressions, and idioms, enabling you to communicate effectively in various social and everyday situations.Online
Sat 16 Jan 2027Zhonghan LinFull fee £269.00 Senior fee £269.00 Concession £175.00 - Chinese Spring Festival and Customs
Get ready for the Chinese New Year this year! This is an unique opportunity to discover the most important festival in China: ‘Chinese New Year’, which in 2027 is Year of the Fire Goat.
Online
Sat 30 Jan 2027Xiaolan BiFull fee £19.00 Senior fee £19.00 Concession £19.00
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