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Pittsburgh Chinese Academy - South Hills

  Schedule and Events

  • Spring 2025 classes will be in person, with two new classes: Adult Mandarin, and Yoga.
  • January 5, 2025: First day of class

    First Day of Spring 2025 Classes Students are welcome to try out a class or two free of charge, with no commitment.

  • April 20, 2025: No class

    No class

  • April 27, 2025: Last day of school

    Last day of Spring 2025!!!




  Registration

New students can come to the school or download the registration form here and mail to


PCA
P.O. Box 1012
McMurray, PA 15317

  New Class: Yoga

Yoga is an ancient practice originating from India that aims to harmonize the body, mind, and spirit.

IYNAUS (Iyengar Yoga National Association of the United States) offers specialized Iyengar Yoga classes for teens that focus on building strength, flexibility, and concentration. These classes introduce foundational poses and breathing techniques in a supportive and engaging environment. Teens can benefit from improved physical health, reduced stress, and enhanced mental clarity through regular practice.




Our Programs

The Pittsburgh Chinese Academy (PCA) provides superior instruction in Mandarin Chinese language and customs using Pin-Yin (phonetic writing system) and simplified characters for children in grades K-12.

The PCA school program is rigorous in its pursuit of excellence and dedicated to producing students who are fully bilingual in both verbal and written skill by grade 8. The PCA also strives to encourage students to cherish Chinese culture and heritage, foster and enhance friendship among Chinese-American community, and contribute to the mutual understanding and appreciation of Chinese and other cultures.

Language Classes

Students will study various aspects of Mandarin Chinese including characters, pin yin, grammar, and reading as they progress through the curriculum. Lessons are typically based around textbook materials with new concepts and characters introduced in each chapter with a passage.

Conversation Classes

Students focus on the conversation and speaking aspect of Mandarin Chinese with lessons that emphasize day to day usage of Chinese in regular conversations. Lessons are relatively open ended and teach students various etiquettes or common phrases used in daily exchanges.

Culture Classes

Students are introduced to various extracurricular activities that can provide a fun addition on top of their language classes.


Courses: Yoga, Chess, and Drawing