Welcome to the Beginner Live Courses

Build the foundations of speaking and reading while discovering that language learning can be joyful, practical, and shared with new friends.

This is Where Your Speaking Journey Starts

Welcome to the Beginner live courses in Colloquial Tibetan. You'll learn alongside a global cohort of classmates from around the world.

Meet kind and patient Tibetan tutors who guide you through every step of your learning journey.

Whether you're curious about everyday conversations or Tibetan culture, this program is joyful and practical — giving you the tools and support to find your voice in a new language.

Choose Your Beginner Course

The Beginner level is made up of two courses: Beginner 101 and Beginner 102. Together, they guide you step-by-step through the first volume of The Heart of Tibetan Language, to gain a deep understanding of the Tibetan grammar and prepare you to eventually hold real conversations.

Beginner 101

Lower Beginner Course

This Lower Beginner Course helps you take your first steps. You'll practice reading and pronouncing Tibetan script, learn essential grammar, and begin to use simple phrases for everyday topics. The focus is on building confidence and enjoying the learning process.

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Beginner 102

Upper Beginner Course

The Upper Beginner Course builds directly on 101. Here you'll work with verbs and tenses so you can talk about the past, present, and future. You'll expand your vocabulary, practice with native speakers, and strengthen your ability to express your interests, experiences, and observations.

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What's Included

Weekly Live Classes

On Zoom, offered in two time slots for flexibility

Small Learning Groups

Connect closely with classmates from around the world

One-on-One Sessions

Weekly conversation practice with Tibetan tutors

Animated Videos

Short videos that highlight key lesson points

Grammar Webinars

Pre-recorded sessions explaining grammar clearly

Interactive Learning

Games, songs, and podcasts that keep practice lively

What You'll Learn

Reading & Pronunciation

Read and pronounce Tibetan script with ease

Daily Conversations

Hold simple conversations on everyday topics

Personal Expression

Express your feelings and personal experiences

Grammar Foundation

Understand essential grammar structures

Cultural Connection

Connect with Tibetan culture and values

Learning Confidence

Build confidence for continued learning

Who is it For?

The Beginner live courses are for students who already know how to read Tibetan script fluently but have little or no speaking experience. If you're not yet comfortable and confident about your reading skills, you'll begin with our Alphabet Reading Pre-Course before joining Beginner 101.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Join our welcoming community of learners and start your Tibetan language adventure today.

Start with Beginner 101 Continue with Beginner 102