Chinese, decoded.
Most Chinese learners do not have a vocabulary problem.
They have a structure problem.
Mandrix teaches adults how Chinese is assembled, so you can stop collecting phrases and start building sentences that work.
The Mandrix Method
Chinese you can build. Not just borrow.
Stop collecting phrases. Learn how Chinese sentences are assembled, then build your own.
✓ Diagnosis before any course
✓ Every lesson leaves a usable output
✓ Built for daily life, work, or HSK
3–5 minute initial check · Get your level, blockers, and best Mandrix path by email
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Free AI Level Check
Find your real Chinese level.
Answer a few focused questions. Mandrix gives you a branded initial report with your estimated level, likely blocker, and recommended path.
The Mandrix Method
Chinese you can build. Not just borrow.
Most adult learners freeze because they have collected phrases without seeing how Chinese is assembled. Mandrix surfaces the exact block, decodes the rule, then helps you build language you can actually use.
Find the pattern behind the freeze: word order, tone, register, or structure.
One clear rule can generate hundreds of usable sentences.
Leave with a script, template, correction plan, or sentence pattern you can use.
Jane Chen
Lead Educator & Founder, Mandrix
B.A. Chinese Language & Literature
M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction
Founder
The teacher who asks “why” for you — so you stop guessing and start building.
Jane holds a B.A. in Chinese Language & Literature and an M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction. But the real credential is simpler: she kept asking why Chinese works the way it does — why one sentence sounds natural, why another feels translated, and why so many adult learners memorize phrases yet freeze when it matters.
The answers became Mandrix: a logic-first system for adults who want structure, correction, and usable output instead of scattered practice.
✓ Logic-first teaching: every rule generates sentences, not just examples.
✓ Native standard Mandarin with precise pronunciation and tone correction.
✓ M.Ed. curriculum design applied to every lesson plan.
✓ Specialist in adult learners who want structure, not cheerleading.
✓ Daily, Business, HSK, and specialty paths under one coherent method.
Ready to see the method in action?
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Every student starts with 60 minutes: a written assessment, a blocker map, and a next-step plan.
B.A. Chinese Language & Literature
M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction
A real learning brand, not a marketplace profile
Designed around clarity, correction, and structured progress.
Mandrix gives adult learners a calm place to understand Chinese clearly before investing in a full learning path.
Case studies
Three common before-and-after patterns.
Anonymized learner snapshots from adult Mandarin coaching. Real proof assets can be added here later.
Before
Translating every sentence in my head before speaking — 20-second pauses in work calls. Colleagues assumed I wasn't confident.
After 8 lessons
Responding in real time. Chinese colleagues started including me in side conversations at work.
Business learner · United States
Before
Drilling vocabulary lists for months. Practice test scores stayed the same. The grammar patterns behind the questions made no sense.
After 12 lessons
Passed HSK 3 on first attempt. The exam format had no surprises. Now using exam vocabulary in real conversation.
HSK learner · United Kingdom
Before
Two years of apps and an italki tutor. Sentence structure never clicked. Still freezing in every real conversation.
After 3 months
Holding a basic conversation without freezing. Word order finally makes sense — can now build new sentences instead of searching memory.
Daily Chinese learner · Australia
Courses
Start with the right path.
Not sure? Start with the free AI level check. Clear goal already? Then view the paths below.
Best default for almost every new visitor. Get your estimated level, main blocker, and recommended path before choosing a full program.
Take the free checkFor emails, meetings, supplier communication, client follow-up, and professional tone.
View Business Chinese plansFor factories, wholesale markets, 1688, Alibaba, WeChat supplier messages, and negotiation.
View Specialty plansStart with a free level check · Featured professional paths · Typical continuation: $30–50 per lesson
In 60 minutes, you will know exactly what is blocking you and what to do next.
3 lessons start you speaking. 12 builds a working foundation. 24 moves you toward natural, stable output.
Every lesson leaves notes, templates, or a correction record you can use tomorrow.
START HERE
Chinese Level Diagnostic
$29 · 60-minute 1-on-1
$29
Full level check, written roadmap, and course credit within 48 hours
Don't guess your level. Don't buy the wrong program. In 60 minutes, you'll know exactly what's blocking you and exactly what to do next.
0-10 min Goal review
10-25 min Level check
25-40 min Quick win
40-60 min Roadmap + Q&A
After 60 minutes you receive:
- Written proficiency assessment
- Personalized learning roadmap
- Top 3 communication blockers
- Action plan for the next 30 days
- First custom study framework
Most students who continue choose a personalized learning plan after diagnosis. Typical investment: $30–50 per lesson.
CORE 01
Daily Chinese
For real life - conversations, daily tasks, and social situations.
You want to use Chinese outside the classroom. Not just pass a test. Not just follow a script. Actually communicate with real people in real situations.
3 lessons$69 / $45
First Conversation
For complete beginners who want a low-risk start.
Why this planLeave with a refined 30-second self-introduction, basic answers, and a beginner pronunciation checklist.
- Refined 30-second self-introduction
- Answer basic questions: name, country, work, learning goal
- Beginner pronunciation checklist + next-step recommendation
Introductory priceValid for 3 months
Most popular choice
12 lessons$299 / $189
Daily Life Chinese
The best foundation for most learners.
Why this planHandle daily tasks, talk about your life, and build toward an 8-10 minute conversation.
- Ordering, shopping, directions, appointments, and social exchanges
- Talk about yourself, work, family, friends, past experiences, and future plans
- Build toward an 8-10 minute basic Chinese conversation
Valid for 3 months1-on-1: personalized paceGroup: more affordable
24 lessons$499 / $319
Speak Naturally
Move from "I can say a little" to expressing yourself fully.
Why this planReduce direct translation, give reasons, compare ideas, and complete a speaking project.
- Give reasons, make comparisons, share opinions
- Reduce direct translation and sound more natural
- Complete a 3-5 minute Chinese speaking project
Valid for 3 months1-on-1: personalized paceGroup: more affordable
After this program: hold a full daily conversation without freezing · handle real-life situations independently · sound natural, not translated
CORE 02
Business Chinese
For the workplace - emails, meetings, clients, and negotiations.
Business Chinese is not just vocabulary. Tone, structure, and context decide whether your message sounds clear, polite, and trustworthy - or blunt and unprepared.
Bring real work materials
Emails, WeChat messages, meeting notes, company introductions, product descriptions, proposals, or presentation drafts.
Short materials can be submitted 24 hours before class so lesson time can focus on refinement, role-play, and ready-to-use wording.
3 lessons · 1-on-1$89
First Business Message
For professionals who need to contact Chinese clients or suppliers soon.
Fast start planA focused 3-lesson sprint before you send the first message.
- Refined 30/60-second professional self-introduction
- Business WeChat/email opening, confirmation, rescheduling, and follow-up
- Personal correction record for tone and wording
Valid for 3 months
12 lessons · 1-on-1$399
Work in Chinese
For people who handle Chinese work communication regularly.
Why it is worth $39912 lessons become your basic business communication pack.
- Company / product / service / project introduction
- WeChat/email template library + meeting expression sheet
- Price, payment, delivery, cooperation terms, and delay expressions
“I stopped rewriting every email three times. The templates gave me a professional baseline.” — James T., supplier communication
Valid for 3 months
24 lessons · 1-on-1$699
Professional Business Chinese
For professionals where communication affects trust and project progress.
Why it is worth $699Prepare for presentations, negotiations, client follow-up, escalation, and difficult conversations.
- Presentation, negotiation, and client follow-up language
- Project reports, escalation, relationship maintenance, conflict repair
- Priority feedback for urgent business messages within 24 business hours
“The biggest change was tone. I could finally sound clear without sounding blunt.” — Ryan O., workplace Chinese
Valid for 3 months
After this program: write professional WeChat messages and emails without second-guessing · conduct meetings and follow up in Chinese · handle difficult conversations without sounding rude
CORE 03
HSK Pathway
For exam-focused learners - structured preparation for HSK 3.0.
Not just exam tricks. Every lesson builds real communication ability alongside exam readiness.
3 lessons$69 / $45
HSK 3.0 Starter
Break down the HSK format and identify what to study first.
- Break down the HSK format so nothing surprises you on exam day
- Get a clear study plan tailored to your starting level
- Build the vocabulary and grammar base for Levels 1-2
15 lessons$299 / $189
HSK 3.0 Level 1 Complete
Build the required Level 1 foundation and become familiar with exam-style tasks.
- Level 1 vocabulary and grammar
- Listening, reading, writing, mock tests
- Structured beginner exam preparation
15 lessons$299 / $189
HSK 3.0 Level 2 Complete
Strengthen Level 2 knowledge and communicate more comfortably in simple daily situations.
- Level 2 vocabulary and grammar
- Listening, reading, writing, mock tests
- More stable elementary Chinese foundation
15 lessons$349 / $219
HSK 3.0 Level 3 Complete
Improve Level 3 readiness with key grammar, reading strategies, listening, and mock review.
- Advanced vocabulary and complex grammar
- Reading skills, writing, full mock exams
- More stable lower-intermediate foundation
After this program: pass your target HSK level with confidence · understand the test format with no surprises · use exam vocabulary in real conversations
Specialty Programs
Chinese for your specific situation.
Find your scenario. Choose the matching program.
Most distinctive path
Sourcing & Supplier Chinese
For buyers, importers, Amazon sellers, and professionals who need to speak directly with Chinese suppliers instead of relying on translation apps. This is the practical Mandarin path for Yiwu, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, 1688, Alibaba, WeChat supplier follow-up, MOQ, samples, lead time, quality issues, and price negotiation.
Highest fitSourcing & Supplier Chinese
For buyers, importers, and Amazon sellers working with Chinese factories and markets.
- Pre-Trip Intensive: 3 lessons · 1-on-1 · $129
- Full Sourcing Program: 12 lessons · 1-on-1 · $499
- Price, MOQ, samples, lead time, payment terms, disputes
Highest fitChina Business Trip Chinese
For professionals visiting China for meetings, factory visits, or trade fairs.
- Quick Prep: 3 lessons · 1-on-1 · $99
- Full Prep: 6 lessons · 1-on-1 · $229
- Introductions, business dinners, factory visits, follow-up messages
High needReal Chinese Communication
For learners who sound like a textbook and want to speak like a real person.
- 12 lessons · $349 · 1-on-1
- 12 lessons · $219 · Group
- Casual contractions, tone particles, slang, and natural flow
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High needCultural Logic
For anyone who wants to understand what is really being said — not just the words.
- 12 lessons · $399 · 1-on-1
- 12 lessons · $249 · Group
- Indirect expression, face, guanxi, and social interaction rules
Fast basicsSurvival Chinese
For travelers and new arrivals who need to handle essential situations fast.
- 3 lessons · $59 · 1-on-1
- 3 lessons · $39 · Group
- Taxi, food, payment, directions, accommodation, WeChat
E-commerceCross-Border Chinese
For Shopify, Amazon, and TikTok Shop sellers sourcing from China.
- 8 lessons · $299 · 1-on-1
- Read 1688 listings, discuss packaging, MOQ, returns, and live-stream collaboration
ExpatsChinese for Expats in China
For foreigners living in China who need Chinese for daily life, hospitals, banks, landlords, and schools.
- 12 lessons · $349 · 1-on-1
- 12 lessons · $219 · Group
TCMChinese for TCM Practitioners
For acupuncturists, TCM students, and wellness practitioners working with Chinese medicine.
- 12 lessons · $399 · 1-on-1
- Learn common TCM terminology, patient intake, prescriptions, and clinical communication
Private Intensives
For professionals where Chinese directly affects business outcomes.
All programs are 1-on-1 with Jane Chen, founder and lead educator.
10 lessons · 1-on-1Consultation
Executive Chinese Coaching
For leaders and executives whose communication directly impacts business results.
- Fully customized curriculum based on role and goals
- 24 business hours priority support for urgent messages
- Presentation, negotiation, and high-stakes communication
12 lessons · 1-on-1Consultation
Sourcing Chinese Intensive
For professionals managing supplier relationships, factory production, or supply chains in China.
- Factory visits, price negotiations, and quality control communication
- Order tracking, payment, and dispute resolution
- Industry-specific vocabulary and reusable templates
20 lessons · 1-on-1Consultation
Relocation Chinese Program
For expats relocating to China long-term who need complete preparation.
- Complete survival, daily life, and cultural communication training
- Pre-arrival preparation and post-arrival support
- Customized for your city, industry, and lifestyle
FAQ
Before you book.
Clear answers for the questions students usually ask before booking.
Is Mandrix suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. Mandrix is designed to help adult learners understand Chinese from the very beginning — without drowning in memorized lists or disconnected grammar rules. We start with comprehension, pronunciation, and usable sentences.
Is this focused on speaking or reading?
Both. Speaking confidence comes first — then reading and writing become easier because you already understand the underlying logic.
Do I need to study characters immediately?
No. We start with comprehension, pronunciation, and usable sentences before introducing character study. The foundation comes first.
Which program should I choose first?
If you're not sure, start with the free AI level check. You'll get an initial level estimate, your likely blocker, and a recommended Mandrix path before choosing a course.
How is Mandrix different from hiring a tutor on italki or Preply?
Marketplace tutors offer practice. Mandrix offers a designed system. Every lesson follows a fixed structure: goal, output, live correction, recap — and connects to the lessons before and after it. Jane also holds a Master's in Curriculum & Instruction, so the course is designed the way professional language programs are, not improvised class by class.
I've studied Chinese for years but still can't hold a real conversation. Can Mandrix help?
Yes — and this is one of the most common situations we see. The problem is usually not effort or vocabulary. It is that previous learning did not explain the underlying logic of how Chinese sentences are built and what makes them sound natural. The diagnostic identifies exactly where the gap is.
What is the difference between Real Chinese Communication and Cultural Logic?
Real Chinese Communication teaches you how Chinese people speak: casual contractions, tone particles, slang, and natural flow. Chinese Communication & Cultural Logic teaches you why they speak that way: indirect expression, face dynamics, and unwritten social rules that determine whether communication builds trust or quietly damages it.
Are lessons online?
Yes. All lessons are live 1-on-1 or small group classes online. After your booking and payment are confirmed, Jane will send your meeting link by email, WhatsApp, or Telegram.
How does payment work?
Choose your program, pay through Jane's PayPal link, then submit the booking form with your payment reference. Jane personally reviews every booking within 24 business hours and sends your meeting link directly. You are booking time with the founder — not a platform.
Can I reschedule?
Please contact Jane at least 24 hours before class. The new class time will be arranged based on available time slots.
What if I book the diagnostic and decide not to continue?
That's completely fine. The $29 diagnostic stands on its own — you'll leave with a written level assessment, a list of your main blockers, and a recommended study path. You keep that regardless of what you decide next. If you do enroll in a course within 48 hours, the $29 is credited toward your program.
I'm nervous about speaking Chinese with a teacher for the first time. Is that normal?
Very common — and the diagnostic is specifically designed for this. Jane works with adult learners every day, including people who haven't spoken Chinese in years or who've never had a formal lesson. There's no judgment. The goal is to understand where you are, not to test you. Most students say the diagnostic felt more like a conversation than an exam.
How long are course plans valid?
All course plans are valid for 3 months. Private Intensive plans are valid for 6-12 months. You have enough time to complete lessons without rushing.
Still deciding?
Every week of random phrases is a week your Chinese does not compound.
Start with the free AI level check first. If the result feels accurate, you can book Jane for deeper sentence correction and a human learning plan.
Choose Time
Choose a time that can become your regular class slot.
After you submit the form, the system builds your schedule from your selected program, first date, time slot, and frequency.
Your selection determines the payment amount and how many lessons are included in the first schedule.
Your date, Beijing time slot, and frequency are used to generate future lessons.
Jane will review your request and confirm the final timetable with your meeting link.
Ready to stop guessing and start communicating?
Start with a free AI level check.
Find your likely blocker before choosing a course.
Response within 24 business hours · Daily availability: 8:00 AM – 11:30 PM Beijing Time (UTC+8)
✓ Estimated level and HSK range
✓ Top blocker and recommended Mandrix path
✓ Personal reply from Jane, not a bot