Pfeiffer Confucius Institute

Designed for adults without any Chinese language background, this non-credit course will introduce you to Pinyin, the basic Mandarin phonetic system. Basic Chinese expressions and every-day words will be taught and practiced, emphasizing oral and listening skills. Basic Chinese grammar and the character writing system will also be introduced. Cultural aspects of the language will be touch upon as well.

Continuation of Basic Chinese 1, this course will cover oral and listening language practice, adding new vocabulary and characters. Chinese grammar and writing will examined as well as conversational phrases

Practised for over 6000 years, Chinese calligraphy communicates culture and is a highly revered form of art. In this practical class, students will study the use of ink brushes to write abstract characters ranging from traditional to modern Chinese calligraphy styles. This class is also recommended as basic training for Chinese brushpainting students. The course offers a fun and entertaining way of learning Chinese charactors without any difficulties.

Interested in traditional Chinese arts and crafts? Learn the ancient art of Chinese decorative knots, known in the West as macramé. Make your own unique designs with knotting techniques used for thousands of years in China.

Beginners Chinese Kung Fu course introduces students ages 15 and up to basic Kung Fu techniques and styles. Includes the five-step boxing style and Shaolin Linked Boxing styles.

This course will focus on Kung Fu advanced techniques and jumping styles. Requires completion of Chinese Kung Fu Beginners 1 or permission by instructor.

Are you looking for fun family learning opportunities? Explore Chinese language and culture together with your children, ages 6–10. Together you will learn Chinese language through lessons, songs, rhymes, and games that are enjoyed by children in China.

Requires completion of Basic Chinese 1 and 2 or previous experience with Chinese pinyin and character system. Course will continue to examine grammar and writing as well as expand on vocabulary and conversational phrases.

This course is designed to familiarize students with the basic concepts related to Chinese Culture, Business Etiquette, Organizational Behavior and typical problem solving techniques in international business settings. The course will also explore the cultural differences between the US and China, how to manage cultural differences between Chinese and western employees, and ways to effectively establish and develop successful business relationship with Chinese business partners and stakeholders.

Designed for adults without any Chinese language background, this non-credit course will introduce you several places of interest in China. This course will offer an introduction to local conditions and environments as well as touching upon Chinese culture.