Stop studying
Mandarin.
Start speaking it.
A community built for English speakers who want to actually speak Mandarin — not just learn about it. Real teacher. Real speaking practice. Real progress.
This community was
built for you if...
Trusty Chinese is for English speakers who are done studying and ready to speak. If any of these sound familiar, you're in the right place.
You've tried the apps
Months on Duolingo and you still freeze when someone speaks Mandarin to you. The app trained you to recognise the language — not produce it.
You're travelling to China
You want to connect with locals, not spend the whole trip staring at a translation app. Basic spoken Mandarin will change your experience completely.
Your partner's family speaks Mandarin
You sit quietly at family dinners while the whole table switches to Mandarin. You want to join the conversation and show them you've made the effort.
You've started and stopped before
You had some Mandarin once and let it slip. Or you've tried three times and cant break the cycle. The issue wasnt you — it was the method.
You want Mandarin for your career
You work with Chinese clients or partners, or you want to. Being able to greet someone in their own language changes the dynamic in the room.
You have Chinese heritage
You grew up without the language and it feels like a missing piece. You want to connect with family, culture, and your own identity through Mandarin.
Simple. Structured.
Speaking-first.
No complicated systems. No overwhelming vocab lists. Three steps and you're speaking real Mandarin.
Start your free trial
Join the community and get immediate access to the 30 Day Speaking Challenge — the core programme that gets you building real Mandarin sentences from day one.
Learn to speak, not just study
Natasja teaches you sentence patterns and power verbs — the small set of structures that unlock most beginner Mandarin conversations. You practise speaking, not memorising.
Join the live sessions
Weekly speaking sessions with Natasja and the community. Real feedback on pronunciation and tones. A safe environment to speak Mandarin out loud — probably for the first time.
Choose your
level of support
Both tiers start with a 7-day free trial.
Standard Membership
Everything you need to build a consistent Mandarin speaking habit — structured content, live sessions, and a community keeping you accountable.
- Trusty Chinese community access
- 1-1 messaging with Natasja
- Weekly Mandarin Conversation Club
- Access to all core learning resources
- Speaking Challenge + full challenge library
- Listening and speaking podcasts
Premium membership
For learners who want faster progress and more personal guidance. Small groups, direct feedback, and a personalised learning roadmap.
- Everything in Standard, plus:
- 1-1 Onboarding call with Natasja
- Fortnightly Small Group Speaking Classes with Natasja
- Personal learning roadmap and progress guidance
- 1-1 Support from Natasja
Not sure which tier? Start the free trial and explore before you decide.
Real people.
Real progress.
See what our community members have to say and the progress they've made.
My biggest improvement has been actually having the confidence to speak the language. Before this I could recognise words but I couldnt produce them. The speaking sessions gave me a safe place to try.
Speaking used to make me very nervous. Now I feel much more relaxed and willing to speak. Im not afraid to try anymore.
Before joining I felt alone in learning and it was a struggle. Before, the weeks drifted by — now they're punctuated by seeing you and keeping me on track.
Things people
usually ask
Do I need any Mandarin before joining?
No. The community is built for complete beginners. The 30 Day Speaking Challenge starts from zero and the course library covers everything from the ground up.
How is this different from Duolingo?
Apps train you to recognise Mandarin. Speaking requires you to produce it — and those are completely different skills. Trusty Chinese is built around speaking practice from day one, with a real teacher and real feedback.
What is the 30 Day Speaking Challenge?
The core programme inside the community. Daily guided practice focused on pronunciation, sentence building, and speaking confidence. Members consistently see measurable improvement from day one to day thirty.
Do I have to speak on the live calls?
Not at all. Many members join to listen and watch first. You're welcome to observe until you feel comfortable. All sessions are run by Natasja in a warm, low-pressure environment.
What's the difference between Standard and Premium?
Standard gives you full community access and weekly group speaking calls. Premium adds small group classes with Natasja, a 1-to-1 onboarding call, and direct pronunciation feedback in a more personal setting.
Can I cancel any time?
Yes. Skool makes it simple to cancel from your account settings — no hoops, no penalty. But most members dont leave.
Ready to actually
speak Mandarin?
Start your free trial today. No credit card needed. Just join and start speaking.
Start your free trial →7-day free trial · Cancel any time · Read member stories