1^st lesson free

Tian (Larita)

4.9 (11 reviews)

Rate $67
Response 16h
Students
Number of students Tian (Larita) has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
23
Number of students Tian (Larita) has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

4.9 (11 reviews)

$67/hr

1^st lesson free

Chinese
Mandarin
Chinese speaking
Chinese vocabulary
Chinese reading

Professional Brisbane-Based Mandarin Tutor & Coach. Learn Chinese With Ease! • Private Lessons • Online • 7+ Years Experience

Chinese
Mandarin
Chinese speaking
Chinese vocabulary
Chinese reading

Lesson location

- online

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One of our best tutors. Quality profile, experience in their field, verified qualifications and a great response time. Tian (Larita) will be happy to arrange your first Chinese lesson.

About Tian (Larita)

LARITA NICOLSON | Founder of Journey Chinese

With the right tools and process, learning Mandarin language doesn't have to be a pain. Our sessions together will give you the clarity, confidence and resources to help you become fluent in Chinese.

• Personal, tailored learning
• Suitable for ages 8+
• Study with a friend and save $$$
• Learn online or in-person
• Tutoring includes reviews, resources and assessments

About Larita:
• Qualified social worker
• Teaching language for 7+ years
• Experience with teaching both children and adults
• Blue card valid
• Born in China, now married and resident of Australia
• Loves Chinese Calligraphy and coffee

Learn more on Insta: @journeychineseonline

About the lesson

Mandarin Chinese is becoming the #1 most spoken language in the world. Learning to read, write and speak Chinese is one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself, your friends and your career.

But most people struggle to learn Mandarin on their own... they find it complex, time-consuming, unsure of where to even begin. At Journey Chinese, we help you learn with ease. Our tutoring and coaching gives you the clarity, confidence and tools you need to succeed.

Personal tutoring that’s tailored to your goals
Works for all ages and levels
Learn with a friend and save
90% of our students tutor online (via Zoom)
Join a vibrant community of Australians learning Chinese
Tutoring includes reviews, resources, quizzes and assessments

Get started today:
1. Enquire now
2. Arrange your free 15mins assessment session to personalise your lessons(via zoom)
3. Start learning!

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4.9 (11 reviews)

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Kate
- 5
Perfect! Very engaging and excellent approach to support learning
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Kate

Perfect! Very engaging and excellent approach to support learning

Tian (Larita)'s response
Great student with ambition to learn Mandarin
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  Great student with ambition to learn Mandarin
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Tenielle
- 5
Perfect! Very polite and kind tutor :) thank you
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Tenielle

Perfect! Very polite and kind tutor :) thank you
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Miriam
- 5
Perfect! Larita was knowledgeable, helpful and enthusiastic to provide my child with all the support she needed. She's a wonderful tutor.
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Miriam

Perfect! Larita was knowledgeable, helpful and enthusiastic to provide my child with all the support she needed. She's a wonderful tutor.

Tian (Larita)'s response
Thank you!
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  Thank you!
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Khoon
- 4
Excellent! Patient and fun teacher. Tailors the lesson to the kids interests and ages.
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Khoon

Excellent! Patient and fun teacher. Tailors the lesson to the kids interests and ages.

Tian (Larita)'s response
Great student! Learns quickly. Really smart and very engaging. :-)
- Tian (Larita)'s response :
  Great student! Learns quickly. Really smart and very engaging. :-)
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Sarah
- 5
Perfect! Couldn’t ask for a more supportive teacher. Larita’s method of teaching, knowledge base and patience are highly commendable. Larita genuinely wants to see you succeed on your learning journey. Thank you so very much Larita!
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Sarah

Perfect! Couldn’t ask for a more supportive teacher. Larita’s method of teaching, knowledge base and patience are highly commendable. Larita genuinely wants to see you succeed on your learning journey. Thank you so very much Larita!

Tian (Larita)'s response
Amazing student to teach Chinese! Sarah is learning very quickly.
- Tian (Larita)'s response :
  Amazing student to teach Chinese! Sarah is learning very quickly.
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Kirrily
- 5
Perfect! We have been using Larita for Term 1, 2019 for my twin b/g 12 year olds. They are at different schools so whilst the curriculum is similar, it isn’t the same. Larita is great with both my son and daughter. They value their weekly tutoring with her. I am impressed with her great attitude and beautiful nature in teaching. She is very calm and clicked with both kids, week 1. I would highly recommend Larita, she is a professional, not a student doing this as a side gig, and it shows.
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Kirrily

Perfect! We have been using Larita for Term 1, 2019 for my twin b/g 12 year olds. They are at different schools so whilst the curriculum is similar, it isn’t the same. Larita is great with both my son and daughter. They value their weekly tutoring with her. I am impressed with her great attitude and beautiful nature in teaching. She is very calm and clicked with both kids, week 1. I would highly recommend Larita, she is a professional, not a student doing this as a side gig, and it shows.

Tian (Larita)'s response
Amazing students and parents, both of the kids are enjoy Chinese learning and achieve great results at school. I always enjoy learning session with them. They are smart, fun and passionate. The parents are always throughful about prearrange schedule and never cancel appointments.
- Tian (Larita)'s response :
  Amazing students and parents, both of the kids are enjoy Chinese learning and achieve great results at school. I always enjoy learning session with them. They are smart, fun and passionate. The parents are always throughful about prearrange schedule and never cancel appointments.
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Timothy

Learning Chinese with Larita has been a wonderful experience. Starting as a complete beginner, I’ve gained a solid understanding of the basics and beyond. While I’m not yet at a conversational level, I feel much more confident in my progress. She is incredibly patient and ensures every lesson is tailored to my pace and needs. Her teaching style is clear, encouraging, and motivating. I always feel supported and challenged in the right ways. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to learn Chinese, no matter their starting level!
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Timothy
Learning Chinese with Larita has been a wonderful experience. Starting as a complete beginner, I’ve gained a solid understanding of the basics and beyond. While I’m not yet at a conversational level, I feel much more confident in my progress. She is incredibly patient and ensures every lesson is tailored to my pace and needs. Her teaching style is clear, encouraging, and motivating. I always feel supported and challenged in the right ways. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to learn Chinese, no matter their starting level!
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Jared

Larita’s very helpful, smart and witty, it’s a. Pleasure to be taught be her.

She is committed to helping me grow and patient
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Jared
Larita’s very helpful, smart and witty, it’s a. Pleasure to be taught be her.

She is committed to helping me grow and patient
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Madeleine

I couldn’t recommend Larita more as a teacher! I have personally witnessed her skills on a frequent basis for more than 5 years now.
From the moment you meet her, you can see that she is passionate and serious about helping people grow to their full potential. She is very proactive, always researching how she can give her students the best curriculum and equip them with the best skills.
Larita has excellent communication skills and is very open, allowing her students to have personalised and curated learning experiences.
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Madeleine
I couldn’t recommend Larita more as a teacher! I have personally witnessed her skills on a frequent basis for more than 5 years now.
From the moment you meet her, you can see that she is passionate and serious about helping people grow to their full potential. She is very proactive, always researching how she can give her students the best curriculum and equip them with the best skills.
Larita has excellent communication skills and is very open, allowing her students to have personalised and curated learning experiences.
Louisa

Larita takes time to ensure each session is tailored to meet her student’s individual needs. She is a great communicator and has an natural ability for teaching languages. She is focused on giving you the best opportunity for learning and always works towards helping you to achieve your goals.
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Louisa
Larita takes time to ensure each session is tailored to meet her student’s individual needs. She is a great communicator and has an natural ability for teaching languages. She is focused on giving you the best opportunity for learning and always works towards helping you to achieve your goals.
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Lachy

Larita's warm personality and passion for China, along with her gift of teaching makes her the best Mandarin coach. She is very innovative, trending her own path of creating new and engaging methods of learning Chinese.
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Lachy
Larita's warm personality and passion for China, along with her gift of teaching makes her the best Mandarin coach. She is very innovative, trending her own path of creating new and engaging methods of learning Chinese.
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Pack prices

5h: $334
10h: $556

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$67/h

travel fee

+ $15

free lessons

The first lesson with Tian (Larita) will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.

30mins

Details

The Initial FREE meeting will take approx 15 minutes over Zoom. The purpose of this meeting is to get to know you, assess your language proficiency and clarify your personal goals for studying.

If you wish to study with a friend or have more than one child learning - we offer small group discounts.

Learn more about Tian (Larita)

Did you grow up speaking this language? Or were you inspired by a trip abroad, an individual or a certain aspect of the culture?
I grew up in China, so Mandarin is my native tongue. I learnt English at school and studied international journalism at university, before moving to Australia.
Can you name a living, historical or fictional character that you think is the emblematic representative of the language's culture?
Qin Shi Huan was the first Emperor of China. He unified China and his impact resonates through millennia of Chinese civilisation.
Is there a typical word, phrase, tradition or expression in the language that you particularly like?
There's a saying, "you zhi zhe shi jin cheng", which means "if you put your mind at something, you will succeed".
Why does speaking this language matter to you?
Although I mostly speak English now living in Australia, I love teaching people Mandarin Chinese. It brings me so much joy to help others learn this fascinating language and the Chinese history culture.
What is the main difficulty in learning this language and what can help the process of learning?
I think getting the foundations right is key. If you just learn vocabulary, without the structure and grammar, you will find it difficult to put sentences together. Working with a tutor can help build better foundations, and give you a safe space to practice speaking to build confidence too.
Provide a valuable anecdote related to your language learning or your days at school.
Funny enough, my husband asked me out on a date to teach him Mandarin. I didn't really think it was a date, but it turns out it was! 7 years later, he's still learning!
How has travel or a specific trip helped you to increase your skill and knowledge of the language?
Taking my boyfriend, now husband, to China for the first time was really special. We've now been married over 7 years and we return to China almost every year. With each trip, his Mandarin gets a little better and I learn something new about my rapidly evolving country.

Professional Brisbane-Based Mandarin Tutor & Coach. Learn Chinese With Ease! • Private Lessons • Online • 7+ Years Experience

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Did you grow up speaking this language? Or were you inspired by a trip abroad, an individual or a certain aspect of the culture?

Can you name a living, historical or fictional character that you think is the emblematic representative of the language's culture?

Is there a typical word, phrase, tradition or expression in the language that you particularly like?

Why does speaking this language matter to you?

What is the main difficulty in learning this language and what can help the process of learning?

Provide a valuable anecdote related to your language learning or your days at school.

How has travel or a specific trip helped you to increase your skill and knowledge of the language?

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