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.

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WHO IS THE PROGRAM FOR?

For students of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, or Vietnamese descent raised abroad, looking to connect with their heritage through language.

PERSONALIZED LEARNING

Every heritage learner is different. Some speak a dialect, others understand but can’t speak, or struggle with tones or characters. That’s why we tailor every program.

WHAT WE TEACH

Pronunciation, characters, grammar, reading, and writing. Learn what matters most for heritage speakers of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, or Vietnamese.

LTL SUPPORT TEAM

Friendly staff, dedicated teachers, and advisors are here to support your studies and daily life. You can start learning without delay.

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 1,917

LTL Beijing || Jane, Bunga and Linda
CHINESE DESCENT SPEAKERS
LTL Beijing || Jane and Mandy

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 1,502

JAPANESE DESCENT SPEAKERS

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 1,657

LTL Seoul || Max, Manu and Hailee
KOREAN DESCENT SPEAKERS
LTL Saigon || Descent Speakers Program

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

VIETNAMESE DESCENT SPEAKERS

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.

Evelyn Offset Yellow
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

★★★★★

GET IN TOUCH





    Cancel up to two weeks before you start, or get your money back no questions asked (minus only bank fees if any and 150 USD processing fee.)

    Guarantee a reply to your first message within a working day or lunch is on us.

    Guaranteed student and team meal on your first day and at least one social event per week.