LTL Language School

LTL Language School Reviews

Hanna
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing language learning experience

The classes were intense, but a lot of fun. Our teacher Ray explained everything with so much patience, and we learned tons of words and phrases you can actually use in daily life. Besides that I had some lovely private classes with Yawen. We went to different museums together, and even though my Chinese was very beginner level, I got to practice speaking a lot. The class lunches were great too, you get food recommendations and pick up the vocabulary right away. Super sweet, young team and a really cute community. Overall a perfect start into Mandarin. I'd do it again and only wish my program had been longer.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
Do the Program longer
Pros
  • Patient teachers who focus on everyday, usable Chinese
  • Free activities like calligraphy and mahjong to practice in a playful way
  • Young, warm team and a community that makes you feel at home
Theodore
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Mandarin Class at LTL Taipei

Been taking group Chinese classes at LTL Taipei for two weeks so far, and currently loving it so far! The environment at the school is very warm and encouraging. Teacher Anqi Zhang has pushed us to speak Mandarin with each other, and helped us with vocabulary to use in daily life. Riona and Alin have been very welcoming and helpful with answering questions. Sunny has done a fantastic job organizing lunches and social events, and Greta has been very quick to respond to my emails. The school is very well run both administratively and in the classroom, and I can’t recommend it enough!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Lamb organs were very interesting but quite tasty!
Pros
  • Language learning
  • Classmate
  • Social events
What other participants should know
  • It is very humid
  • Locals can speak some English
Theodore
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Classes at LTL Taipei

Been taking group Chinese classes at LTL Taipei for two weeks so far, and currently loving it so far! The environment at the school is very warm and encouraging. Teacher Anqi Zhang has pushed us to speak Mandarin with each other, and helped us with vocabulary to use in daily life. Riona and Alin have been very welcoming and helpful with answering questions. Sunny has done a fantastic job organizing lunches and social events, and Greta has been very quick to respond to my emails. The school is very well run both administratively and in the classroom, and I can’t recommend it enough!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Lamb organs were very interesting but tasty to eat
Pros
  • Language learning
  • Classmates
  • Social events
What other participants should know
  • It's very humid
  • Locals can speak some English
Eva
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

2 weeks learning Mandarin in Shanghai

I enjoyed my course so much! The teachers, Jamie and Anne, were very good. Clear, knowledgable, fun, and taught us Mandarin that would be relevant in day-to-day life. I have definitely learnt a lot in just two weeks. It has been very useful for me as I continue my travels around China. The school brings together such a variety of interesting people. Social activities were also fun - including Tai Chi, dumpling making, Majong, lunches, and game nights! Highly recommend this course!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What was your funniest moment?
Singing happy birthday in Mandarin!
Michele
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing community and learning environment

Finished my two weeks of learning Chinese today. I’m writing this review at a bar in Chengdu where I managed to exchange a couple of words with some other bar goers. Definitely was not expecting it when I landed to start the course. Two weeks really flew by and I cannot but suggest LTL Chengdu to everyone who wants to learn this amazing language. The program is well structured and follows the HSK levels, but in the end it really gets tailored to what you want or need. Big thanks to my teacher Stiles, teacher Ying, Ilaria and Giulia for the support during my stay. 马飞叔叔 out 😎

Mike
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Highly Recommend LTL

I took a 1-week intensive Mandarin immersion course at LTL Language School, and I can’t recommend it highly enough! The program is flexible - Alin, Riona,Sunny, Greta and the entire team at LTL can work around most schedules. My program combined morning group classes with 1-on-1 private lessons in the afternoon, covering all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

The teachers are knowledgeable, experienced, and genuinely amazing:

Tammy and Thomas led my group classes and made Mandarin grammar, conversation, character structure, and stroke order easy to understand.
Jia was fantastic at helping me refine my pronunciation and tones.
Anqi gave me incredible insights into reading and understanding traditional Chinese characters.

Beyond the classroom, LTL organizes great social activities like group lunches and evening games of mahjong, making it easy to practice conversational Chinese and connect with other students.

I learned so much in just one week that I signed up for more classes immediately—and most of my classmates extended their stays, too! I would have stayed even longer if I could, and I will definitely be back. If you want a top-tier Mandarin immersion experience, LTL is the place to go!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
If you want to learn Mandarin this is the place for you.
Pros
  • Excellent Support Staff
  • Amazing Teachers
  • Fun environment to learn in
Andrew
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Phenomenal time at LTL Taipei

I had a phenomenal time at LTL Taipei.
I had never been to Taiwan or done a language trip before, and initially signed up for 2 weeks. I found everyone super welcoming and accommodating, which is exactly what you want in a new country.
I had morning classes with Wei wei and Jialin, who were both great. And then in the afternoon I had 1:1 classes with Jasmine, who was really phenomenal and patient with me -- letting me practice what I had learned, and discussing all aspects of Taiwan, Mandarin, and more.
I actually ended up extending my classes by three days until I had to fly out 🤣.
Highly recommend!

Livia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great School

Studying at LTL has been a life-changing experience for me and one of the best choices I've made for my personal growth. It's been almost a month since I arrived, and I am completely satisfied with the experience, from the educational system, the great teaching methods and charisma of Teacher Minkyung, to the socializing opportunities we have at school. The schedules are full of activities you can choose from to have fun, meet people, and learn together. The staff is highly professional and super friendly. Coming to class is really fun, and I really enjoy my routine here in Korea. I am grateful for this experience.

Loredana
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Learning and visiting

Indeed I want to thank Laoshi Li Lulu (LISA) for her passion in transfer her language knowledge and clarity for explaining the grammar and logic of the Chinese language. Thanks to her teaching method I was able to progress in my learning of this complex but beautiful language. Although it was a short course (2 weeks) it was very useful. My appreciation to the LTL Mandarin School in Shanghai for recruiting her. furthermore, the School is a nice environment with Alex the Director of language courses, Jason culture specialist, and mojca student adviser always ready to assist and help you with your multiple questions. In the class we were a small group of students (4) and we had a lot of time time to practice. Time was flying and we did even noticed. As final word: many thanks to all.

Barbara Parent
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

I recommend LTL in Beijing

I take one-on-one classes at LTL. I come to Beijing twice every year to study Chinese, and this is my sixth time here. I always study with Teacher Lilia.
She’s super experienced, and I always make progress with her. My listening and speaking get better every time. The topics she picks are everyday and really practical!
I love Chinese culture a lot. I really enjoy the one-hour character reading practice she does with me each lesson.
I’m coming back to study here next May. It’s a shame I only get to stay for a week this time — next trip I plan to stay two weeks.
I also love the school environment. It’s cozy and welcoming, and everyone here is so friendly. I’d totally recommend LTL to anyone who wants to learn Chinese!