Chinese Courses in Beijing

Study Chinese in Beijing and discover China’s spectacular capital city. EF Beijing is nestled in a central but quiet neighborhood, perfect for getting your bearings upon arrival. The downtown location of our language courses places students within walking distance of all the essentials; the post office, banks, gym and shopping malls. In the area you’ll also find the bustling Silk Market, as well as both traditional and Western-style cafes and bars. Our full-time activities staff will point you towards Beijing’s major landmarks such as the ancient Forbidden City or newly-built Olympic Stadiums.

EF Beijing’s language classes in Mandarin pronunciation training and Chinese idioms prepare students for real-world interactions on Beijing’s streets. Our language school provides the rare opportunity to study alongside Chinese students who are learning English. You’ll make local connections and gain confidence before even stepping outside of the building. For an even further immersion into Chinese culture, supplement your Chinese courses in Beijing with a special interest class in the art of Chinese calligraphy or traditional cooking.

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An Ancient City at a Modern Pace

Though soaring skyscrapers are a standard feature of modern Beijing, you don’t have to look far to uncover the traces of ancient China. This city was founded thousands of years ago and a walk down a Beijing street is a study in contradictions and contrasts. Residents perform centuries-old Tai Chi in the shadow of modern office buildings. Businessmen speak into cellphones outside of 15th century pagodas. Rickshaws share the road with luxury sports cars.

Enroll in a Chinese course in Beijing and start uncovering layer upon layer of Chinese history in this storied capital. Enter the gates of the Forbidden City and walk in the footsteps of emperors. Hop on a bicycle and slowly make your way through the Hutong, a series of old alleyways that reveal what life was like in old Beijing. Wander among the pagodas of the Summer Palace and walk the steps up to the Temple of Heaven. On the weekend, go farther afield and witness the majesty of one of the world’s true wonders, The Great Wall of China. Embrace Beijing and return home with a new language and a fresh appreciation for Chinese culture, both ancient and modern.

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