Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Location: AFCY Premises

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Event Description:

Are you curious about learning Mandarin but don’t know where to start? Join our free, intensive one-day Mandarin immersion workshop designed specifically for beginners. Hosted by experienced native speakers and language educators, this event offers a comprehensive introduction to the Mandarin language and culture.

The workshop begins promptly at 9:00 AM with an opening session focused on Mandarin phonetics, tones, and the basics of pronunciation. Participants will learn the four tones essential to Mandarin, enabling them to begin practicing accurate speech patterns. This foundational session includes engaging pronunciation drills and listening exercises to build confidence.

At 10:30 AM, attendees break into smaller groups for conversational practice. Using real-life scenarios such as greetings, shopping, and dining, participants will role-play dialogues to develop practical speaking skills. These interactive sessions are designed to encourage speaking in a supportive environment with immediate feedback from instructors.

Lunch from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM offers a brief cultural interlude, where participants can enjoy a traditional Chinese tea ceremony demonstration paired with light refreshments, providing insight into the social aspects of Chinese dining etiquette.

Afternoon sessions from 1:30 PM to 4:00 PM focus on essential vocabulary and basic character recognition. Through games, flashcards, and writing exercises, participants will familiarize themselves with common Chinese characters and their meanings. The workshop will also introduce useful phrases for travel and everyday communication.

To conclude the day, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM, a cultural presentation highlights Chinese festivals, customs, and etiquette, tying language learning to cultural context. Participants can ask questions and engage in a lively discussion with the instructors.

The day ends with an informal networking hour, where attendees are invited to mingle, share their experiences, and learn about AFCY’s ongoing language programs and cultural activities.

This workshop is ideal for anyone considering learning Mandarin or wanting a taste of the language in an encouraging setting.