Time well spent
I had a course for 4 weeks at LTL without knowing much Mandarin in the beginning. I appreciate the flexibility in booking the lessons (I booked my course about 6 weeks in advance) and I think they did a good job in balancing the different levels of speaking in the same class, although this is always some sort of trade-off. The teachers as well as the staff cared about your progress and encouraged to learn more. In the school, there was a pleasant atmosphere, which is suitable for self-study outside of the class. About twice a week, other activities are offered, like going to a restaurant with regional dishes or more cultural activities. They are also very open for your own suggestions. I was happy with my accommodation. A huge plus was the very nice manager of the apartment complex.