DESCENT SPEAKERS
This program is designed for students who grew up outside their heritage country. Learning a language connected to your cultural roots is very different than without any background.
Chinese Descent Speakers
Many Chinese descent speakers grow up hearing Mandarin or dialects like Cantonese or Hokkien, but may lack formal language skills.
We tailor lessons to your background, whether you need workplace fluency, help with characters, or pronunciation practice.
STARTS FROM
USD 1,932


Japanese Descent Speaker
Familiar with kanji? That’s a great start. But there are still many elements of Japanese that can be tough for Japanese descent learners.
We have created a program that makes use of your strengths while helping you grow confident in all areas of Japanese.
STARTS FROM
USD 1,507
Korean Descent Speakers
Want to reconnect with your Korean roots? We have created an ideal program for speakers of Korean heritage who want to get fluent in the language.
Our program builds on what you know, with lessons designed to strengthen weak spots while respecting your cultural roots.
STARTS FROM
USD 1,711


Vietnamese Descent Speaker
Do you have family members from Vietnam? Want to build closer bonds and connections with them? Our Vietnamese descent speakers program is what you are looking for.
We’ll help connect the dots, focusing on the Vietnamese skills that matter most to you, from pronunciation to reading.
STARTS FROM
USD 1,014
Frequently asked questions
Why can I not study in a small group class?
The needs of a Descent student differ widely between students.
Every study plan has to be meticulously planned and therefore individual classes are a must.
How do I sign up?
Drop us a message using our contact form.
Can I stay in a Homestay to further my language skills?
Of course.
Speakers of these dialects tend to pick up languages really quickly by simply listening and being forced to speak.
Can I still meet other students and socialise?
At LTL we are one big family, from students to staff and teachers.
We all look out for each other and no one is just a number.
The great thing is your language skills will progress quicker because you study individually and you’ll still meet other students and enjoy the social aspect of LTL from our popular lunch club, to weekend trips and evenings at the various restaurants.
Do you have schools across Asia?
Yes we do.
We have schools located across Mainland China, South Korea, Japan and Vietnam.

We Got Along Really Well
For my 1-on-1 lessons I had quite a young teacher. We got along really well. One of my main targets for Beijing, was to get to speak more Chinese in general.
Winkie from Switzerland
Teacher Managed To Adapt
Coming from a Chinese background and learning Chinese is quite different to learning as a complete beginner. My teacher managed to adapt to all the students’ needs.
Daniel from Germany
No Longer Feel Threatened
I can happily say that I no longer feel threatened when I see Simplified text and can recognize and understand a broader range of Chinese characters after my classes.
Jocelyn from Hong Kong
Really Enjoyed My Stay
I really enjoyed my stay. Any issues that I encountered where taken care of and you can reach the student advisor any time. My teacher (Alice) did a great job as well.
Aurore from Germany
Most Rewarding Experience
Studying Chinese at LTL was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. From the moment I arrived, I was fully immersed in the language and culture.
Leticia from Brazil
Community Was Great
The teachers, staff and other students were great. Everyone was really open and accommodating. The student community was great and activities organized
Marie from Germany