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The people at Lenstalk are phenomenol. My lessons with Steve were incredibly varied, and each morning flew by. No matter which topic we covered, Steve always focused on my personal interests and consistently incorporated fascinating background knowledge about Chinese history, culture, and literature into the lessons, thereby encouraging and motivating me throughout my learning progress. Even when it came to homework, he was really creative, constantly coming up with new interactive exercises and inspiring me to explore the China beyond the classroom.

Managing everyday life in such a foreign country—especially when you are also navigating it as an “illiterate”—can certainly feel intimidating at first. But whether it was dealing with authorities, getting internet access, buying a SIM card, or booking train tickets, “problem-solver” Eddie took care of everything. He never lost his calm and always had an open ear whenever help was needed.

With people like them, traveling to China and learning becomes a real pleasure!

As someone who has had different language schools and many teachers, I can honestly say LensTalk is one of the best experiences. Very conveniently located in the city center of Kunming, everyone at LensTalk will do their best to help you improve your Chinese in a tempo according to your own preference. The teachers are incredibly friendly and will make you feel at home. I highly recommend learning Chinese here, something you won't regret.

Mark (Netherlands)

攸宁 (France)

Angeline (United States)

Tiffany (United States)

Sandra (Germany)

Our family has loved learning at LensTalk. The teachers are passionate, welcoming, and take the time to tailor classes to each of our interests, levels and goals. Learning Mahjong in the culture class was such a fun and meaningful way to connect with Chinese culture. The warm environment makes learning feel easy, enjoyable, and something we truly look forward to.

I had the opportunity to study Chinese for 3 weeks with Lens Talk in Kunming, and it was a truly wonderful experience, both humanly and academically enriching.I sincerely want to thank the whole team for their kindness, warm welcome, and constant support throughout my stay. Everyone contributed to making this experience smooth, enjoyable, and very motivating.

The classes were clear, well structured, and adapted to my level. The atmosphere was always positive and supportive, which helped me feel comfortable from the very first day. I regained confidence in myself and made real progress in a short amount of time.Studying in Kunming is also very inspiring. It is a beautiful and peaceful city, perfect for learning Chinese while discovering local culture. After classes, I had the chance to practice Chinese in real life situations, explore the city, and fully enjoy the immersion experience.Everything was well organized by Lens Talk, including accommodation and daily support, which made the whole experience stress-free and reassuring.

Even with a basic level of English, everything went smoothly. The teachers and staff always made an effort to communicate and help us understand.I highly recommend this program to anyone looking for a simple, immersive, and human way to learn Chinese !!

Very helpful, and I truly appreciate the extra mile they go for their guests. I came to Kunming, Yunnan, with my sons, knowing our Chinese was very limited and expecting that not many people would speak English compared to bigger cities like Beijing or Shanghai.From the moment we arrived, they made us feel safe, welcomed, and well taken care of.

They didn’t just support my children’s summer camp, they also helped us with the little things we needed to settle into life in China, which made a huge difference.One incident that really showed their dedication was when one of my son’s stuffed animals was accidentally lost by the hotel during housekeeping while they were changing the bedsheets. The Lens Talk team immediately stepped in, communicated with the hotel on our behalf, and helped arrange for every possible way to locate and return it. This is exactly the kind of extra mile I was referring to. It may seem like a small thing, but it meant a lot to my son and to us as parents.

I especially appreciate how flexible they are with the itinerary and how accommodating they are to our needs. My children have had a wonderful opportunity to immerse themselves in Chinese culture and language while enjoying a meaningful and enriching experience.I highly recommend Lens Talk to anyone looking for a supportive, well-organized, and authentic cultural experience in China.

Our family first moved to Kunming in 2017, and quickly realized we needed to learn Chinese. LensTalk has been an excellent fit for our family! The teachers are fun and engaging, and find creative ways to help us use our Chinese in real-life situations. Not only are we learning the language, they have also provided us with culture classes which help us understand the rich Chinese culture even more.

Their beautiful school is located right in the heart of Kunming, and easily accessible by subway. We cannot recommend this school enough! Whether you are a beginner learner, looking to advance your Chinese language skills, or make a short-term visit, this school can provide what you need. Our children (ages 17 to 9) have all benefitted greatly from classes at LensTalk as well!

Nisreen (Canada)

Students Say

I was nervous about moving to China, but LensTalk made the transition so smooth, the support staff helped with everything from visa to accommodation. LensTalk gave me more than just language skills - it gave me a second family. The community here is incredible, and I've made so many local friends and my Chinese improved dramatically in just 3 months!

My Chinese teacher at LensTalk is amazing! She’s super patient, always explains things clearly and makes learning Chinese so much fun. Her classes are interesting and not boring at all. I’ve improved a lot since I started learning with her. She’s kind, professional and really cares about her students. I highly recommend her to anyone who wants to learn Chinese！

As a student having left China but wanting to continue learning the language, the classes are perfect! The teacher is excellent and flexible to my schedule, I would 100% recommend these classes!

Estelle Zhang is a wonder to work with. I am an intermediate/advancced Chinese speaker, and the lessons were completely customizeable. We would read articles and write short stories, both activities that were tailored both to my interests and areas I wanted to improve. Estelle is also wholesome and very easy to talk to, and I felt very comfortable experimenting with the language and stepping outside my comfort zone because of this!

Hi I’m Zara! My family moved to China to learn Chinese! We were so grateful to find Lenstalk after our first teacher left. After studying with Estelle , I learned how important it is to learn Chinese from a native Chinese Speaker. Estelle teaches with such a joy and pride for this beautiful language and I would recommend her teaching to everybody! Thank you Lenstalk, I can finally get around in China haha!”Lenstalk is not only a Chinese Program, it’s a Chinese community! Thank you for making learning something I look forward to everyday!

The 1-on-1 lessons were incredible — each one blended language with culture, history, food, and travel. The teachers genuinely cared about helping me connect with everyday Chinese life in a meaningful way.

Mia (United States)

Peter（Poland）

Lou (Switzerland)

Jay (Britain)

Zara (Canada)

Jeff (USA)

I had a great time at LensTalk. I'd like to emphasize the teachers' great professionalism and friendliness. It was also very pleasant and helpful to be able to meet students from all over.

Adri (Italy)