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[Register Now](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/chinese?hsLang=en#level) # **Pricing** ###### ***for 10-week in-person Adult Group Classes*** #### $415 **or** 3 payments of $150 # **Chinese for Adults** # **Summer Term 2025 - Registration opens June 2 with an Early-Bird discount!** ## Summer Term 2025 will start the week of July 7.   ## [Click](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#comprehensible-input)to learn more about the CSL Difference and our methodology. ## [Click to view CSL's full calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)for other important dates! # **Pricing** ###### ***for 10-week Adult Group Classes*** #### $389 **or** 3 payments of $140 # CHINESE FOR ADULTS # True Beginner ## True Beginner Chinese ##### **IN-PERSON (10 weeks) at CSL** **Wednesdays, 6:00-7:45 pm ET  ** Begins the week of January 12, 2025 (Winter Term) **Recommended Book:** No book required Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)  **Pay in Full** ## **$389** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s [Register](https://payments-na1.hubspot.com/payments/vfkHX6xkfP) **Payment Plan** ## **3 Installments of $140** ###### Total of $420 [Register](https://payments-na1.hubspot.com/payments/fdmrtKSdD) ###### Who should join True Beginner? At this proficiency level, you have very little or no previous experience with the language. You can use some words to communicate. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.*     ![Grace Burgess (2)](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Grace%20Burgess%20(2).jpg?width=280&height=280&name=Grace%20Burgess%20(2).jpg) Grace B. Teacher   [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en) Even **though this level is not offered as a group class this term, you can learn on your own time!** **Be sure to check out options for Customized Lessons.** [View Customized Lessons](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/customized-lessons?hsLang=en) ###### Who should join Advanced? At this proficiency level, you can express yourself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.* # Beginner 2 Even **though this level is not offered as a group class this term, you can learn on your own time!** **Be sure to check out options for Customized Lessons.** [View Customized Lessons](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/customized-lessons?hsLang=en) ###### Who should join Advanced? At this proficiency level, you can express yourself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.* ## Beginner 2 Chinese ##### **IN-PERSON (10 weeks) at CSL** **Thursdays 7:00-8:45 pm  ** Begins the week of January 6, 2025 (Winter Term) **Recommended Book: [Integrated Chinese: level 1, part 1 ](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0887276385/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)** Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)  **Pay in Full** ## **$389** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/RWXZdqXMyzV) **Payment Plan** ## **3 Installments of $140** ###### Total of $420 [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/p4JPvdyCTwKbf) ###### Who should join Beginner 2? At this proficiency level, you can use words, phrases and some single sentences to communicate. You have a basic command of the language, are familiar with everyday expressions, and are able to make very simple sentences. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.*     ![Grace Burgess (2)](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Grace%20Burgess%20(2).jpg?width=280&height=280&name=Grace%20Burgess%20(2).jpg) Grace Burgess Teacher   [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en) # Intermediate 1 ## Intermediate 1 Chinese ##### **ONLINE (10 weeks)** **Tuesdays 6:00-7:45 pm  ** Begins the week of September 23, 2024 (Fall Term) **Required Book:** *no book required* Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)  **Pay in Full** ## **$389** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/xCy6yWxNR) **Payment Plan** ## **3 Installments of $140** ###### Total of $420 [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/fgRwbqDCKqPG2) ###### Who should join Intermediate 1? At this proficiency level, you can describe experiences, events, dreams and expectations and give your own opinion. You often use sentences when required, using strings of sentences and connectors. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about?hsLang=en#levels)**.*     ![Rachel](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rachel.jpg?width=284&height=284&name=Rachel.jpg) Rachel Caine Teacher   [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en) Even **though this level is not offered as a group class this term, you can learn on your own time!** **Be sure to check out options for Customized Lessons.** [View Customized Lessons](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/customized-lessons?hsLang=en) ###### Who should join Advanced? At this proficiency level, you can express yourself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.* # Intermediate 2 ## Intermediate 2 Chinese ##### **ONLINE (10 weeks)** **Tuesdays 6:00-7:45 pm  ** Begins the week of September 23, 2024 (Fall Term) **Required Book:** *no book required* Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)  **Pay in Full** ## **$389** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/xCy6yWxNR) **Payment Plan** ## **3 Installments of $140** ###### Total of $420 [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/fgRwbqDCKqPG2) ###### Who should join Intermediate 2? At this proficiency level, you can understand the main ideas of complex text and can produce clear detailed text. You can spontaneously enter into a conversation and express yourself fluently. You can use the language flexibly and efficiently for social, academic and professional purposes. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.*     ![Rachel](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rachel.jpg?width=284&height=284&name=Rachel.jpg) Rachel Caine Teacher   [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en) Even **though this level is not offered as a group class this term, you can learn on your own time!** **Be sure to check out options for Customized Lessons.** [View Customized Lessons](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/customized-lessons?hsLang=en) ###### Who should join Advanced? At this proficiency level, you can express yourself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.* # Advanced Even **though this level is not offered as a group class this term, you can learn on your own time!** **Be sure to check out options for Customized Lessons.** [View Customized Lessons](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/customized-lessons?hsLang=en) ###### Who should join Advanced? At this proficiency level, you can express yourself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.* ## Advanced Chinese ##### **ONLINE (10 weeks)** **Tuesdays 6:00-7:45 pm  ** Begins the week of September 23, 2024 (Fall Term) **Required Book:** *no book required* Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)  **Pay in Full** ## **$389** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/xCy6yWxNR) **Payment Plan** ## **3 Installments of $140** ###### Total of $420 [Register](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/fgRwbqDCKqPG2) ###### Who should join Advanced? At this proficiency level, you can express yourself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.*     ![Rachel](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rachel.jpg?width=284&height=284&name=Rachel.jpg) Rachel Caine Teacher   [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en)   # **Chinese for Adults** # **Winter Term 2026 - Registration is open!** ## Classes begin the week of January 12, 2026! ## [Click to view CSL's full calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en) [Register Now](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/learn-chinese?hsLang=en#level) # **Pricing** ###### ***for 10-week Adult Group Classes*** #### $389 **or** 3 payments of $140   Even though there are no group Chinese classes this term, you can still learn with us! Click below to learn about our Customized Lessons. Registration for Winter Term's groups classes is closed, but you can still learn with us! Click below to learn about our Customized Lessons. Also, check out our [calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)for the next Term's registration dates! ##### Choose your level to register: - [![True Beginner ](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/19-1.jpg?width=500&height=500&name=19-1.jpg) True Beginner ](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/learn-chinese?hsLang=en#chinese-tb) - [![Beginner 2](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/20-1.jpg?width=500&height=500&name=20-1.jpg) Beginner 2](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/learn-chinese?hsLang=en#chinese-b2) - [![Intermediate 1](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/21-1.jpg?width=500&height=500&name=21-1.jpg) Intermediate 1](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/learn-chinese?hsLang=en#chinese-int1) - [![Intermediate 2](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/22-1.jpg?width=500&height=500&name=22-1.jpg) Intermediate 2](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/learn-chinese?hsLang=en#chinese-int2) - [![Advanced](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/24.jpg?width=500&height=500&name=24.jpg) Advanced](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/learn-chinese?hsLang=en#chinese-adv) [What is my level?](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about?hsLang=en#levels) [Learn more about Customized Lessons](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/customized-lessons?hsLang=en)   # CHINESE FOR KIDS ## Summer Term registration is closed! Check back soon for Fall Term details. CSL's Spring Term 2025 will start the week of April 7. Kids' class registration will open on March 3. Check back soon for registration details. Even though there are no group Chinese kids' classes this term, you can still learn with us! Click below to learn about our Customized Lessons. CSL's Winter Term 2025 will start the week of January 6. School-based programs will have different start dates, depending on your school. Kids' class registration will open on Dec. 2. Check back soon for registration details! Even though we are not offering kids' group classes this term, you can still learn with us! Click below to learn about our Customized Lessons. [Learn more about Customized Lessons](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/customized-lessons?hsLang=en) # CHINESE FOR KIDS Fall Term registration is open! Check below for details. K-5 Classes at CSL Immersion Playgroups After-School Programs Even **though this level is not offered as a group class this term, you can learn on your own time!** **Be sure to check out options for Customized Lessons.** [View Customized Lessons](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/customized-lessons?hsLang=en) ###### Who should join Advanced? At this proficiency level, you can express yourself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.* ## Bright School Registration for fall's Chinese program at the Bright School is closed. ## Bright School After-School Chinese ##### **(Grades 1-2)** ##### **IN-PERSON (12 weeks) at The Bright School** **<< Registration closes on Wednesday, August 20 at 5 pm. >> Mondays, 3:15-4:00 pm EST** Begins on the week of August 25, 2025 *\*\*Only open to Bright School students* Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)    **Pay in Full** ## **$288** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s     ![Grace Burgess (2)](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Grace%20Burgess%20(2).jpg?width=280&height=280&name=Grace%20Burgess%20(2).jpg) Grace Burgess Teacher     [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en) ###### Who should join Chinese Beginner for Kids? This class is for kids grades K-2. At this proficiency level, you have some or no previous experience with the language. You can use some words, and possibly some sentences, to communicate. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.* ## (K-2) Kids' Chinese Classes at CSL ## Chinese for Kids (K-2) ##### **IN-PERSON (5 weeks) at CSL** **<< Registration is open>> Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 am ET** Begins the week of June 2, 2025 (No class the week of July 4.)  **More about the class:** During this class, we will use play, songs, movement, stories and art to learn and use Chinese in various contexts! Click to review  [CSL's Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies?hsLang=en) and [CSL's Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar?hsLang=en)    **Pay in Full** ## **$140** ###### 20% off anytime for [CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members?hsLang=en)s [REGISTER](https://app.hubspot.com/payments/vd2pMgw4w9Wyn7)     ![Grace Burgess (2)](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Grace%20Burgess%20(2).jpg?width=280&height=280&name=Grace%20Burgess%20(2).jpg) Grace Burgess Teacher     [Read Bio](https://8693418.hs-sites.com/meet-our-team?hsLang=en) ###### Who should join Chinese Beginner for Kids? This class is for kids grades K-2. At this proficiency level, you have some or no previous experience with the language. You can use some words, and possibly some sentences, to communicate. *Learn more about our levels **[here](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels)**.* # Customized Lessons ![csl-icons-globe](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/csl-icons-globe.png?width=200&height=185&name=csl-icons-globe.png "csl-icons-globe") ##### *The mission of CSL is to create a more aware, educated and inclusive community through the teaching of language and culture.* ### Location: 3800 St. Elmo Ave, Suite 329 Chattanooga, TN 37409 [Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/oGaSZif8DQPmoJtz9) #### Office Hours: Monday-Thursday:4-7 pm Fridays: closed BY APPOINTMENT ONLY ### Contact Us: [423-802-2040 (Call or text)](tel:4238022040) [info@chattanoogalanguage.com](mailto:%20info@chattanoogalanguage.com) *\*If we miss your call or text, we will respond within 24 business hours.* [facebook-f icon](https://www.facebook.com/chattlanguage/) [linkedin-in icon](https://www.linkedin.com/company/chattanooga-school-of-language) [instagram icon](https://www.instagram.com/chattlanguage/) - [Calendar](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/calendar) - [Policies](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/policies) - [FAQ](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/faq) - [Give the Gift of Language](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/gift) - [Join Our Team](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/join-our-team) - [Contact Us](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/contact-us) - [Proficiency Levels](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#levels) - [Methodology](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/about#comprehensible-input) - [Become a CSL Member](https://www.chattanoogalanguage.com/members)