“Fully immersed in the constant training”
1 Year Full Immersion Taichi, Qigong, Meditation, Pushing Hands Course in Yangshuo, Guilin
Yangshuo Traditional Tai Chi School, 88 Jima Village, Yangshuo, 541900, Guilin, China
Martial Arts Course in China
Immerse yourself in an intensive course of basic Tai Chi, Qi Gong, meditation, and pushing hands. Practice relaxing and strengthening your body and balancing your internal energy. The course package includes 20 hours of tuition per week, accommodation, and full board. Next to this, you will have plenty of time for preparation and self-practice as the training areas are available for use at any time. With class training spread over five days per week, you are also able to take advantage of the beautiful surroundings of the Yangshuo area.
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Master Kim
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Highlights
- Train for 5 days a week
- Learn with Master Kim with 30 years of experience
- The 12the generation of Chen's Taijiquan
- Learn from the basic or start from any level in a systematical way
- Practice Chen’s Taichi, Taichi standing meditation, pushing hands correction of Yang-style Taichi
- Fully immersed in a natural atmosphere and traditional culture
- Enjoy a stay at the popular scenic area of Yangshuo
- 335 nights accommodation with 3 daily meals
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Styles
240 days with instruction in English
The organizer also speaks: Chinese (mandarin)
Group size: Maximum of 8 participants
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
20:00
Check-out Time:
18:00
Facilities
- Table tennis
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Bar
- Barbeque facilities
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Garden
- Kitchen
- Meditation garden
- Multilingual staff
- Picnic area
- Smoke-free property
- ATM / banking
- Bicycle rental
- Conference room
- Convenience / grocery store
- Free Wi-Fi
- Internet access
- Laundry
- Parking lot
- Wireless internet
Accommodation is in an ancient Chinese house.
Room standards
As to the accommodation, the school offers single, double, or family rooms with either shared or private bathrooms. All rooms have air conditioning and Wi-Fi. There is also a washing machine available which is free to use.
The price quoted is based on a single private room with a private bathroom of western standard. All rooms are clean and retain the authentic aura of ancient Qing Dynasty buildings.
Open area for activity
The school also has a lively common area for students to gather. Staying at the school is a great choice if you really want to immerse yourself in a traditional Tai Chi school environment. It provides both structured formal classes and the opportunity to learn more about Tai Chi and Chinese culture in a relaxed and informal way with the teachers and other students outside of class time.
Program
This program will last for 48 weeks. Monday to Friday study, with weekend days free to explore the local culture, students can have their own plans.
On weekdays, the course is four hours daily, two hours in the morning and two in the afternoon.
Contents of the course
The course includes basic Taichi forms, featuring in Chen style 18 forms and 74 forms, Qi-gong, and meditation, pushing hands. The course will also involve Taichi theories and guidance of practice methods, like ways to practice breathing.
Every morning, you will have self-disciplined practice before the lesson. After lessons, there is a feedback session for students' questions.
Benefits after the course
- You will be able to practice basic Taichi forms, Qi-gong, and meditation by yourself
- You will have a general view of Taichi theory for your further understanding of Taichi and Chinese culture
- You will find your health be improved
Sample daily schedule
The daily schedule is as follows:
- 07:30 - 08:30 Breakfast
- 09:30 - 11:30 Morning training
- 12:00 - 13:00 Lunch
- 15:00 - 17:00 Afternoon training
- 18:00 - 19:00 Dinner
The course is taught by Wu Heng Dong (Master Kim) Yangshuo Traditional Tai Chi School founder and headmaster.
Master Kim with over 30 years of experience in both Tai Chi and Qi Gong, Xi Quan has been able to master Chen’s Taijiquan series and Taiji theory knowledge, and can better master actual combat offensive and defensive skills.
He graduated from Guangxi National College of Health and Physical Education, receiving a Wushu and Tai Chi Coach Certification of China, Grade 1, First Degree. He has participated in many domestic and international Taijiquan competitions from an early age, specializing in fist forms and sword forms, and has won numerous gold medals.
Wu Heng Dong was honored to be made a 12th Generation Disciple of Chen Zhenglei, one of the four “Buddha’s Warrior Attendants (Si Jingang)” – the four outstanding exponents of the Chen family in Chenjiagou – who in December 1995 was recognized as one of Top Ten Martial Arts Masters of Present Day living in China. He was given the name Chen De Hao in recognition of this accomplishment.
Master Kim specializes in teaching Chen Style Taijiquan, Taiji theory, Tai Chi Qigong (internal strength), pushing hands (grappling), weapons, self-defense, Kungfu, and Sanda (Chinese traditional boxing).
He has been teaching foreign students since 2000 and has taught people from numerous countries ranging in age from 4 to 88. He hopes that his students will return home to spread the teaching of Tai Chi to their own countries.
Included excursions
- Wu Heng Dong (Master Kim) Yangshuo Traditional Tai Chi School founder and headmaster.
He was born in Fang Chen Gang, Guangxi province in 1979 and began a lifelong love and study of martial arts at the age of 11 initially under the tutelage of his father, also a keen martial artist. After learning the basic skills of Wushu (Chinese martial arts) from his father, he went on to study Chen-style Tai Chi under Master Wang Hai Jun, obtaining a level 6 tai chi Master.
Instructors
Master Kim Wu
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Wu Heng Dong (Master Kim) is the Yangshuo Traditional Tai Chi School founder and headmaster. Kim, with over 30 years of experience in both Tai Chi and Qi Gong, obtained a Level 6 Tai Chi master. Receiving a Wushu and Tai Chi Coach Certification of China, Grade 1, First Degree. Master Kim began a lifelong love and study of martial arts at the age of 11 initially under the tutelage of his father, also a keen martial artist.
Location
The school is conveniently located in a natural countryside village.
Close to nature
The school is surrounded by the towering Karst hills and the Yonglong river, a 10-minute walk to reach. Nearby are the fields and countryside traditional Chinese buildings. You can explore the nearby areas on a bike easily. Yangshuo has also become a paradise for climbers as the hills have provided uniqueness for climbing.
Easily reach the town
It is about 20 minutes bike ride to the town, where you can find western restaurants and bars. You will also be excited to find the local foods and customs.
Food
Tai Chi, like Chinese medicine, is all about balance. Good health is maintained by, amongst other things, the ingredients which you take in as food, and the way in which you expend energy.
The chef is a master of the wok and adheres to these principles. Every day teachers and students enjoy a well-balanced diet cooked in the traditional Chinese style and made from ingredients that are sourced fresh every day from the local farmers’ market. Each meal contains a large choice of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
Food is not just important for its ingredients, but also for the way you eat, and in China, it is hard to imagine eating without sharing. Everybody sits around the same table to share the ingredients of a meal eaten in common. Eating in China is a social event, so while you eat together, you share experiences from all walks of life, all ages, and every part of the world.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Other dietary requirements on request
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
Things to do (optional)
The school is located in Yulong River scenic spot in Yangshuo, China, only 4 kilometers away from Lijiang River and West Street.
The nearby natural scenery is infinitely good, including eternal scene area, light show, moon mountain, big banyan scenic spot, etc.
As the school is located in a scenic park, there are many things to see and to do. You can go hiking or biking along the river, or you visit some tourist attractions. There are some other culture service or tour that you might like, however it costs extra.
- Sightseeing, cultural tour, or visit
- Chinese lessons
- Calligraphy lessons
- Chinese massage, copping
Spa treatments
There are some traditional Chinese medical treatments like acupuncture, massage, and moxibustion around the town.
What's included
- 240 days training involving Chen’s Taichi, Taichi standing meditation, Qigong, pushing hands, and correction of Yang-style Taichi 24 form
- 96 days free weekend for local cultural exploration
- 335 nights accommodation
- 336 days meals
What's not included
- Excursion
- Towels and personal hygiene items
- Personal trip
- Transportation
How to get there
Recommended Airports
KWL
Guilin Liangjiang International Airport
65 km
Transfer not provided
Arrival by airport
Please book your flight to arrive at Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL). There are regular buses (around 50 CNY) from the airport to Yangshuo as well as private taxis (around 320 CNY). If required, Yangshuo Traditional Tai Chi School can also book a taxi for you, please let Yangshuo Traditional Tai Chi School know in advance.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 28% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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