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Our in-person programs bring Mandarin to life for every learner - from lively sing-and-dance sessions for children to small-group conversation classes, after-school tutoring, and cultural workshops for adults.
Whether you’re starting fresh or refining your skills, each session helps you build confidence, connect with others, and opens the door to a new world of language and culture.
☕️ Coffee and Mandarin Adult Mandarin Classes
If you are serious about learning Mandarin and want to be able to have conversations in 7 weeks, register your interest for our Adult Coffee & Mandarin program in Jackson Heights, NYC. At the end of 7 weeks, you will be able to greet and introduce yourself, talk about food, sports, hobbies, family and the weather. Let’s get started!
Please note: The accelerated Beginners Mandarin program is for 7 weeks - $160 total payable prior to starting the class.
DATES: Wednesday classes are sold out.
NOW OPEN! Tuesday classes-April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19 (7 hours)
TIME: 6:30-7:30pm
LOCATION: Cafe Bene, 80-25 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, NY
Mandarin for Kids
At Mandarin Teachers Institute, our kids’ programs are all about discovery — lively, interactive, and rooted in real-world speaking. From toddlers singing and dancing in Mandarin to big-kid learning pods and family drop-in sessions, each class is crafted to help children not only learn Chinese, but use it, feel confident with it, and see how it opens a new world.
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Saturday 10-11am
TIME: 10-11am
AGE: 3-10yrs
LOCATION: Jackson Heights Library, 35-51 81st Street, Jackson Heights
DATES: Saturday, April 4, 11, 18, 25
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Saturday 12pm-1pm - FULL
TIME: 12pm - 1pm
AGE: 3-10yrs (max. 3 children)
LOCATION: Jackson Heights Library, 35-51 81st Street, Jackson Heights, NY
DATES: Saturday, April 4, 11, 18, 25
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Sunday 9-10:30am - FULL
TIME: 9am-10:30am (90 minute sessions)
AGE: 3-10yrs (max 3 children)
LOCATION: Jackson Heights Library, 81st Street, Jackson Heights, Queens
DATES: Sunday, April 5, 12, 19, 26
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Tue & Thurs: Mandarin Boost
TIME: 5:30pm-6:30pm
AGE: 4-10yrs (max. 3 children)
LOCATION: Caffe Bene, 80-25 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, NY
DATES: Tuesday, April 7, 14, 21, 28 or Thursday, April 2, 9, 16, 23
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Adult Class - Tuesday 6:30-7:30pm
Coffee and Mandarin Adult Mandarin Classes
Please note: The accelerated Beginners Mandarin program is for 7 weeks - $160 total payable prior to starting the class.
NOW OPEN! Tuesday classes-April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19 (7 weeks)
TIME: 6:30-7:30pm
LOCATION: Cafe Bene, 80-25 37th Ave, Jackson Heights, NY
Mandarin for Adults: Practical, Supportive, and Immersive
At Mandarin Teachers Institute, our adult programs are thoughtfully designed to meet learners where they are — whether you're preparing for international travel, building language skills for work, or simply looking to connect more deeply with Mandarin language and culture.
We offer small-group conversation classes (including our popular Coffee + Mandarin series), specialized Chinese for Business Travelers sessions, and one-on-one comprehensible input lessons that help you build fluency through clear, engaging language exposure.
Our adult classes are kept intentionally small — typically 3 to 6 participants — to ensure more speaking time, personalized feedback, and a supportive learning environment. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, our goal is to help you feel confident using Mandarin in real-world situations.
Explore our current offerings below — we look forward to welcoming you.
🌎 Mandarin for the Global Workplace
Navigate cross-border work with clarity and confidence.
Whether you're scaling internationally, prepping for investor meetings, or syncing with teams across time zones, this course equips you with the Mandarin you need to operate seamlessly in global environments.
We focus on real-world communication — think key phrases, business etiquette, and cultural insights — all tailored for high-impact, time-sensitive contexts.
Available on demand. Contact us to customize a package that fits your workflow.