"Falafel is incredibly patient and truly focuses on building a strong foundation. She corrected my tones in a clear, supportive way and taught me simple techniques that actually work. I made real progress with her."
7-Day Mandarin Challenge
Speak real Mandarin in 7 days. The kind of Chinese people actually use.
Trusted by 140,000+ learners on Instagram, TikTok, Youtube
"I finally stopped sounding like a textbook and started sounding like myself in Mandarin."
Anna, Russia
Most courses teach you sentences Chinese people don't actually say. Sounds that aren't what the letters look like. Writing before you can speak. This challenge fixes all three. In 7 days.
- Real Chinese — the phrases that exist in actual rooms, between actual people
- Sound first, always. No writing pressure, no textbook shortcuts
- 10–12 minutes a day. One lesson unlocks daily, starting Day 1
Meet your teacher
Hi, I'm Falafel.
I speak 7 languages. Every one of them opened a door, a conversation, a friendship, a deal, a moment of genuine human connection that would never have happened if I had stayed behind the textbook.
I also know what it sounds like when someone is speaking from a textbook. It is technically correct and completely lifeless. And more than that, it keeps you on the outside of the culture you are trying to reach.
This course exists because there is a gap between the Chinese that gets taught and the Chinese that gets spoken. I am here to close it.
This is for you if…
You have always wanted to learn Chinese but never found the right way in
You tried before and stopped — not because you gave up, but because it wasn't built for you
You are working between cultures and know you are leaving something on the table
You have 10–12 minutes a day and want to actually use them
This might not be the right fit if…
You're not comfortable with learning at your own pace
You'd rather wait until you feel fully ready before starting
What will you learn in 7 days
01
The sound system.
21 initials. The three sounds nobody expects: j, q, x. Your mouth learning to make sounds it has never made before.
02
The finals.
Vowel sounds. Including ü — a sound that doesn't exist in English. Your first real breakthrough.
03
All four tones.
By the end of this lesson, you can produce every sound in the Chinese language.
04
Your first real sentences.
Not textbook sentences. The phrases Chinese people actually say.
05
Questions — How to ask the real questions?
Ask naturally, clarify meaning, and keep conversations moving without sounding scripted.
06
Expressions — How to express your feelings like a native
Learn everyday reactions and emotional phrases so your Mandarin sounds alive, natural, and human.
07
A full Mandarin conversation.
Start to finish. The way two people actually speak when they meet for the first time.
Our Community
Every week there is something here for you. Pronunciation drops where you practise sounds and get real feedback. Cultural content that connects Chinese to the world you already know. And insights that make the language feel worth learning, not just useful to have.
- Sunday: Pronunciation drop + voice note challenge — Language & Pronunciation space
- Tuesday: Cultural parallel + question — Culture & The World space
- Wednesday: Voice note challenge — 5 minutes, your sounds on record
- Thursday: Weekly wins + community insights
What learners are saying
Swipe to read why students from around the world chose this challenge to start speaking real Mandarin.
"I loved every lesson with Falafel. She's not only an outstanding Chinese teacher who understands exactly where foreigners struggle, she also shares rich insights into culture and history. I learned so much more than just the language."
"Falafel taught me practical language learning strategies that go way beyond Chinese. The methods she shared can be applied to learning any language. I feel much more confident and equipped now thanks to her."
"I really enjoy Falafel’s classes. She has a special talent for breaking down difficult grammar into simple, understandable parts and always finds relatable examples that make learning Chinese feel much easier and more enjoyable."
Founding cohort pricing
Founding cohort — limited spots
Starter
The Course
Your goal
Have your first real conversation in 7 days
$39
- One lesson unlocks daily for 7 days
- 10–12 min lessons
- Worksheets + 2 quizzes per lesson
- Study at your own pace
- Lifetime access
72-hour money-back guarantee
Most Recommended
Course + Community
Your goal
Speak with real confidence, not just study
$79
- Everything in Starter
- Pronunciation feedback from Falafel
- Weekly live Chinese class
- Daily language + culture content
- Weekly vocabulary posters
- Private learner community
72-hour money-back guarantee
Limited spots
Course + Community + Private Tutoring
Your goal
Fastest results — with Falafel's full attention on you
$299
- Everything in Most Recommended
- 2 hours private 1-on-1 with Falafel
- Sessions built around your gaps
- Personalised pronunciation correction
- Priority access in live events
Clicking any button takes you to Circle's secure checkout. You'll create a free account and pay there. Takes under 2 minutes.
Frequently asked
Yes. It takes under 2 minutes and your access opens automatically the moment payment is confirmed.
Zero. Day 1 starts from the very first sound. There is no assumed knowledge.
10 to 12 minutes each. One lesson unlocks per day starting from the day you join.
Yes. Full refund within 3 days (72 hours) of purchase — no questions asked. Contact us before your window closes and we'll process it within 5–7 business days. Community membership fees are non-refundable once a billing cycle has begun.
Each lesson comes with a worksheet and two quizzes to practise after the lesson ends. Starter tier includes lifetime access.
Your course access stays. Community access continues at $25/month if you're on the Bundle or VIP tier. Starter members can join the community separately at any time.
You are going to be tempted to wait until you feel ready.
Don't wait. Nobody ever feels ready. You just start.