Guaranteed Success with Mandarin Chinese

Excellent job breaking the language down so I could understand the pronunciation and build on my vocabulary and sentence fluency.

Ingrid J. 30 Nov 2020

I have to say originally I was very skeptical about this method so skeptical that I actually emailed them. but after hearing their response and trying the method I actually... read moreI have to say originally I was very skeptical about this method so skeptical that I actually emailed them. but after hearing their response and trying the method I actually really like it now and can really see the logic. It makes the journey of learning mandarin so much more attainable. read less

Simon R. 27 Nov 2020

I just finished the pronunciation mastery course and it's worth every single penny!! Fantastic approach, creating a strong foundation that you can build on with trust! Super motivating content. I... read moreI just finished the pronunciation mastery course and it's worth every single penny!! Fantastic approach, creating a strong foundation that you can build on with trust! Super motivating content. I am so happy I found this! read less

Yann M. 27 Nov 2020

I have been using the service for over a year now. The first part mostly taught me to say the sounds properly. Now my Chinese coworkers are often impressed by... read moreI have been using the service for over a year now. The first part mostly taught me to say the sounds properly. Now my Chinese coworkers are often impressed by the fact that I can say the sounds so well. After that the service begins teaching vocabulary. Not just speaking, but reading and writing. Again, I often get to use this to surprise by Chinese coworkers. While I am learning new words slower than I would like, I recognize that is all on me. (I don't always add new words each day.) But I also know for a fact that I am learning these new words much faster than I would have if I was trying to learn in a more traditional fashion. If you want to learn Mandarin, I highly recommend the service. read less

Jeff J. 25 Nov 2020

I love this course! I studied Chinese at university in China and got to a resonably good level however there were still some parts of the language which I struggled... read moreI love this course! I studied Chinese at university in China and got to a resonably good level however there were still some parts of the language which I struggled with (mostly remembering tones). This course breaks everything down and then contructs each character using the method that allows you to recall each piece quickly and accurately. I cant say enough about this course and I frequently recommend it to my friends and family. I highly recommend this course for anyone serious about learning Chinese. read less

Dan C. 17 Nov 2020

Did Duolingo for a year, Confucius Institute the next. This is a million times more efficient.

Korneel S. 09 Nov 2020

Topic: Chinees leren Ik ben nu in Phase 3 (level 13 van de eerste 36) aangekomen van The Mandarin Blueprint Method. Ik ben ermee begonnen in augustus. Daarvoor studeerde ik... read moreTopic: Chinees leren Ik ben nu in Phase 3 (level 13 van de eerste 36) aangekomen van The Mandarin Blueprint Method. Ik ben ermee begonnen in augustus. Daarvoor studeerde ik één jaar Chinees met Duolingo en daarna één jaar via de HSK-methode in het Confucius-instituut. Waarom zeg ik dat? Zeker niet uit pretentie, want ik kan ondertussen nog steeds geen eenvoudige conversatie voeren in het Mandarijn. Ik zeg het simpelweg om reclame te maken voor de Mandarin Blueprint Method. Want het is veruit de beste methode die ik na twee jaar ben tegengekomen. Ze is superieur aan alle andere, in die mate dat ik het zelfs compleet afraad om op welke andere methode dan ook met Chinees te beginnen. Plots werd het allemaal zoveel efficiënter. Groetjes read less

Korneel S. 08 Nov 2020

It works!I wish I'd stumbled across these guys sooner without wasting time getting frustrated trying to learn Mandarin by rote. Not only does the system in this course work amazingly... read moreIt works!I wish I'd stumbled across these guys sooner without wasting time getting frustrated trying to learn Mandarin by rote. Not only does the system in this course work amazingly effectively, but it's fun too! It feels like a hobby instead of a chore.Give it a go. There's a free trial, and I predict that, like me, you'll want to continue. read less

Thomas B. 08 Nov 2020

I have just completed the Foundation course and am looking forward to the Intermediate course. I recently invested in the lifetime membership as well since it is definitely worth it.... read moreI have just completed the Foundation course and am looking forward to the Intermediate course. I recently invested in the lifetime membership as well since it is definitely worth it. I am so excited to be able to read and write (and pronounce!) 600 characters and about 1000 words. I am reading fairy tales in Chinese and starting to understand my Chinese language movie series. The course is fantastic - very logically structured, with building blocks that really help you memorise and retain this knowledge. Luke and Phil offer fantastic support and the community is extremely supportive. I am not only learning a new language in a fun and creative way, but also making new friends along the way. There is truly no better way to learn Chinese, if you want a new, life-altering hobby, this is the way to go! read less

Christine A. 06 Nov 2020

Finished all the lessons in the course, can't recommend enough. Loved the system and the way those guys approached learning the characters!

Denis A. 05 Nov 2020

I'm still in the early stages (level 5), but every time I use a 'movie' and am able to recall the key word, character and tone it gives me a... read moreI'm still in the early stages (level 5), but every time I use a 'movie' and am able to recall the key word, character and tone it gives me a very real buzz.Originally I was sceptical... I struggled through learning 200 characters when studying Japanese at university and thought that was the only way. Still, I knew enough about memory champion techniques to give the method the benefit of the doubt. Now I'm not only convinced, I'm an advocate of the method.Love it! read less

Irene B. 05 Nov 2020

Luke & Phil have developed a truly amazing system of learning Chinese. And, what's even better is that they have made it FUN to learn! I started 4 months ago... read moreLuke & Phil have developed a truly amazing system of learning Chinese. And, what's even better is that they have made it FUN to learn! I started 4 months ago doing both the Pronunciation and the Hanzi Writing and cannot believe how much progress I've made! I've gone from thinking that Chinese is the most difficult language in the world to learn to realising that it is probably one of the easiest.Thank you so much to both of you for putting together the Mandarin Blueprint. It really is life changing! read less

Michael R. 25 Oct 2020

Mandarin Blueprint method has completely changed how I think about languages and after struggling and giving up learning other languages i've made so much more progress already with these guys... read moreMandarin Blueprint method has completely changed how I think about languages and after struggling and giving up learning other languages i've made so much more progress already with these guys and most incredibly had fun in the process! It's also pretty cool that you learn memory athlete techniques in the process. read less

Max L. 25 Oct 2020

The best course in the market for anybody serious in learning Mandarin. However, it is only for serious learner! As part of the methodology you will learn excellent memory techniques... read moreThe best course in the market for anybody serious in learning Mandarin. However, it is only for serious learner! As part of the methodology you will learn excellent memory techniques to learn Chinese characters, words and sentences (something, which is also very useful for anything else you do which requires memorisation). There is an initial learning curve to learn the methodology, but it is worth doing. Stay on course, do not get frustrated, it is worth it, I can assure you!The course starts of with teaching you the Mandarin pronunciation. An extremely important step for your overall learning progress (read f"luent forever" by Gabriel Wyner who explains very well why this is so important).The course than continuous with learning characters, simple words and sentences, using memory palace techniques you will learn as part of the methodology.Initially, you will be annoyed by the sheer numbers of very small videos you have to watch. However, as you start to understand the method and start to see the results in your acquisition of Mandarin, you will highly appreciate this videos and their short duration. The Mandarin Blueprint is a fantastic and well structured course. It is the best I have seen so far. I wish I would have had it much earlier, when I started my journey into Chinese language.But beware, there is an initial learning curve and restlessness, as you will think that the process is not fast enough. However, as soon as you understand the method you will love it and will never use any other methodology. If you have any admin or technical issues, it is swiftly addressed and resolved.I highly recommend this courses for anybody serious with Mandarin. There is nothing better out there. I wish the creators lots of success in obtaining a large market for this excellent product.Keep up the excellent work and responsiveness. You have made a big difference in the way Mandarin should be thought. read less

Hubert K. 22 Oct 2020

Very detailed and has helped me progress in my Chinese more than any other program

Rebecca D. 22 Oct 2020

The Mandarin Blueprint Method has given me the three best things anyone can have when they set out on a language learning journey. The enthusiasm to learn, the confidence that... read moreThe Mandarin Blueprint Method has given me the three best things anyone can have when they set out on a language learning journey. The enthusiasm to learn, the confidence that they can make it, and the ideal tools to do so.The passion the creators have injected into their course is palpable and makes learning from them a wonderful experience and more enjoyable than I could have ever guessed was possible.I hands down recommend this course. If you try it, as in my case, I guarantee you'll never look back. read less

Liam L. 19 Oct 2020

I am a 53-year old self-learner of Mandarin, and I am highly motivated to learn to speak, read, think, and communicate in Mandarin. My goal is to learn Mandarin well-enough... read moreI am a 53-year old self-learner of Mandarin, and I am highly motivated to learn to speak, read, think, and communicate in Mandarin. My goal is to learn Mandarin well-enough to visit my friend in China in a few years. I also have set a goal to learn much more fluent Mandarin during the next 15 years, and when I retire, my plan is to live in China for at least a year. I am a former engineering professor, and many of my most favorite students were from China. My motivation to learn is very high!I started my Mandarin learning journey in January 2020, and after a few false starts, I found a couple of high-quality online programs. Mandarin Blueprint was one of these high-quality programs, and I began the Pronunciation Mastery course after I had been learning Mandarin for six month. It has been the best program for significantly improving my pronunciation! I still need to daily work on pronunciation, and the PM PDFs and Anki cards will be critically important to my development. The Anki cards are especially useful -- the repetition has helped tremendously. I appreciate all the hard work that Luke and Phil have put into developing this course, and I intend to start the Mandarin Blueprint Method course immediately. Thank you! read less

Cindy M. 18 Oct 2020

If you want to learn mandarin, this is the absolute best way... and when I say "best" I mean the fastest and smartest way. Their blueprint method is a true... read moreIf you want to learn mandarin, this is the absolute best way... and when I say "best" I mean the fastest and smartest way. Their blueprint method is a true technology -- a system -- that builds an infrastructure that helps you remember everything you learn.Literally so much of the work is done for you... All you have to do is follow the videos, and do the work. I had messed around for about a year doing various apps prior to signing up, but nothing was organized in a way that made me feel like i could actually "do this"... that was until I discovered the MB Method, and had my mind blow. Complete Game Changer. read less

Nathan H. 18 Oct 2020

I can't say enough good things about this program. The Mandarin Blueprint Method takes the incredible challenge of knowing how to study, what to study, and when to study Mandarin... read moreI can't say enough good things about this program. The Mandarin Blueprint Method takes the incredible challenge of knowing how to study, what to study, and when to study Mandarin Chinese and streamlines the curriculum in a way that guarantees not only progress, but retention. You also know that the order in which you're learning characters and words gives you the most return for your time. You do have to put the work in, and show up every day, but as long as you stay consistent you will progress at Mandarin, at whatever speed you have the time for. The course is fun, rewarding, and the memory tricks you learn make you feel like you've gained a super power. More than that, this course sets you up with the skills you need to continue learning beyond the curriculum, which many courses fail to do. That's why the key word here is METHOD--by the end of the Foundation course, you will have all the tools you need to continue absorbing the language, even if you don't move on to the intermediate course. Luke and Phil are highly responsive to questions, and are continually working to improve the course. One thing to note is that this is not a "quick and dirty" course to teach you a few useful phrases for a short trip to China. This is a course for people who want to become fluent in all facets of the language, from reading and writing, listening and speaking. That requires some patience at the beginning as you're laying down the foundation for the rest of your studies, but it is well worth spending the time. You'll be amazed at how well you can read Mandarin Chinese after just a few months of work. Worth every penny, and then some. read less

Robert C. 15 Oct 2020

I couldn't say enough nice things about Mandarin Blueprint. I've tried many subscription based Mandarin language learning programs and this was the one I settled on. Specifically love the way... read moreI couldn't say enough nice things about Mandarin Blueprint. I've tried many subscription based Mandarin language learning programs and this was the one I settled on. Specifically love the way that the characters are broken down into their components and introduced and that the lessons come with Anki decks for review! read less

Ryan H. 13 Oct 2020

I learned a bit of Mandarin while I was living and working in China. When I ended up back in China waiting for the pandemic travel restrictions to be lifted,... read moreI learned a bit of Mandarin while I was living and working in China. When I ended up back in China waiting for the pandemic travel restrictions to be lifted, I realized I was forgetting all my Mandarin. I found the Mandarin Blueprint program online and signed up. It really does work! I never thought I'd be able to read and write the language, but I'm making progress every day. I can't wait to get back to China and actually get to practice with my Chinese friends. When Phil and Luke offered the lifetime membership, I jumped at it because I know it will take a lot more work to have functional Mandarin, but I"m willing to put in the work with their guidance. read less

Cynthia H. 25 Sep 2020

TLDR: If you're trying to learn more Mandarin, can work through videos online (honestly it's like watching Youtube videos), and are willing to spend some time to get a system... read moreTLDR: If you're trying to learn more Mandarin, can work through videos online (honestly it's like watching Youtube videos), and are willing to spend some time to get a system going to learn Mandarin characters then start here! At the very least give them a try with the free trial.Full disclosure: I am so incredibly illiterate that I have to ask people to read restaurant menus to me, but I could already listen and speak decently since my family solely communicates in Chinese.I only spend about 1h/week on learning Mandarin (and another~5 mins/day on reviews). In a few months I'm able to read simple sentences and feel like I have a solid foundation to keep learning more characters. I don't use the dictionary as often when my family writes to me so I can already start relying less on translation apps. I'm really looking forward to what more I'll learn in the future and stop feeling overwhelmed when I see Chinese characters. The best part is that none of it feels like a chore!Luke and Phil also do weekly podcasts that address comments, questions, and other feedback. I've really enjoyed how they take the time to address the students' concerns, which I think is crucial to success when learning a language. When you have great teachers that care about your learning, you're already halfway there! read less

Tammy L. 22 Sep 2020

I'm a total beginner in studying Chinese. I decided with the lockdowns in April that I would learn Chinese while I can't travel. I live in Hong Kong,... read moreI'm a total beginner in studying Chinese. I decided with the lockdowns in April that I would learn Chinese while I can't travel. I live in Hong Kong, but Mandarin seemed the way to go. I"m not a young guy (50+), but I thought maybe you can teach an old dog new tricks....so I started studying with a native speaking tutor here in HK. It was good, but I was struggling a lot. I listen to the youcanlearnchinese podcast regularly and heard Phil on there make the case for learning from non-native speakers and pitching mandarin blueprint. I signed up for the 7-day free trial and couldn't stop watching the pronunciation mastery videos. I watched the entire course in the 7-day trial and have gladly signed up for a subscription. These guys are amazing.Luke is such a good teacher - my native speaker tutor couldn't help me much with how to pronounce the sounds or explain why things were they way they are in Chinese. But Luke's demonstrations and explanations were nothing short of amazing!And Phil's cheering and advice at the end of each unit are just awesome. He really gets to the motivation and the mindset of learning.I will continue this course (and my tutoring) and, I think, with some luck, maybe I can go to China when it reopens post-covid and actually speak a bit! Thanks Phil and Luke - you guys are outstanding. read less

Bill G. 21 Sep 2020

TLDR: If you're trying to learn more Mandarin, can work through videos online (honestly it's like watching Youtube videos), and are willing to spend some time to get a system... read moreTLDR: If you're trying to learn more Mandarin, can work through videos online (honestly it's like watching Youtube videos), and are willing to spend some time to get a system going to learn Mandarin characters then start here! At the very least give them a try with the free trial. Full disclosure: I am so incredibly illiterate that I have to ask people to read restaurant menus to me, but I could already listen and speak decently since my family solely communicates in Chinese. I only spend about 1h/week on learning Mandarin (and another~5 mins/day on reviews). In a few months I'm able to read simple sentences and feel like I have a solid foundation to keep learning more characters. I don't use the dictionary as often when my family writes to me so I can already start relying less on translation apps. I'm really looking forward to what more I'll learn in the future and stop feeling overwhelmed when I see Chinese characters. The best part is that none of it feels like a chore! Luke and Phil also do weekly podcasts that address comments, questions, and other feedback. I've really enjoyed how they take the time to address the students' concerns, which I think is crucial to success when learning a language. When you have great teachers that care about your learning, you're already halfway there! read less

Tammy L. 21 Sep 2020

Having used several different modalities in Chinese language learning previously, I have to say that Phil & Luke's Pronunciation Mastery Course is excellent (!) and, truly, seems beyond compare. ... read moreHaving used several different modalities in Chinese language learning previously, I have to say that Phil & Luke's Pronunciation Mastery Course is excellent (!) and, truly, seems beyond compare. It covers pronunciation thoroughly ~ yet manages to do it without it being boring! All of the course material is produced and executed in such a professional, engaging, knowledgeable way. I liked that it is 'family-friendly' content. It is obvious that the two of them KNOW what they are talking about ~ both in the process of learning Chinese, as well as mastery in the language. Their passion of helping their learners shows in the videos as well as in their excellent customer support. Whenever I have had a question, they have not only had an answer, but also the reply has been in a timely and encouraging form. And although they are excellent in their knowledge, they also are honest in what they wish they would have done differently in their Chinese learning journey ~ as well as what materials they wish they would have had. (Voila! Mandarin Blueprint!) I find, from listening to Luke's explanations (British English) that I sometimes THINK with a British accent. LOL. His specific information about pronunciation (tongue position, repetition of sounds, etc.) is wonderful. And Phil's motivation, excellent study tips, and caring encouragement is beyond compare! In purchasing this course, know that the benefits of what you are getting are far more wonderful even than learning all of the Chinese sounds - there's study skill tips, learning how to create new habits, practical next-step recommendations, and excellent content for all of the videos, pdf's, etc. All in all, I have to say that I am in Mandarin Blueprint's Balcony Section as they are 'on the stage' giving them a standing ovation and throwing 'self-cleaning-up' confetti (yes, I made it up, 'cause who wants a mess, right?) I cannot say enough positive about their work and look forward to continuing forward in their additional courses! Enjoy your learning! And thanks a bunch, Phil & Luke! read less

Ann L. 17 Sep 2020

I didn't realise how bad my pronunciation was until these guys taught me how to pronounce correctly!

Peter J. 14 Sep 2020

The course has been fantastic and engaging so far, my friends and their family have seen an improvement in my pronunciation and vocabulary and in only a month I feel... read moreThe course has been fantastic and engaging so far, my friends and their family have seen an improvement in my pronunciation and vocabulary and in only a month I feel more confident and know a lot more. I have recommended this course to friends and family and cannot speak highly enough about it. It’s fantastic and very motivating. read less

Ben R. 13 Sep 2020

Mandarin blueprint method helped a lot actually. Now it's so easy to remember the characters, their meaning and pronunciation. Hanzi movie method works really well! Thank you Mandarin blueprint for... read moreMandarin blueprint method helped a lot actually. Now it's so easy to remember the characters, their meaning and pronunciation. Hanzi movie method works really well! Thank you Mandarin blueprint for guiding and helping through. You guys are great! read less

Dima K. 06 Sep 2020

Really awesome and engaging language program!

Taylor D. 06 Sep 2020

I like how everything was broken down into bite-sized videos with clear explanations, rather than trying to tackle things in groups. That was very helpful to digest little by little.... read moreI like how everything was broken down into bite-sized videos with clear explanations, rather than trying to tackle things in groups. That was very helpful to digest little by little. I've only just finished the pronunciation, but I'm looking forward to moving forward. read less

Jeremiah G. 05 Sep 2020