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Gear up for the busy festive season by recharging with a week of rest, relaxation and mindful taichi practice on a beautiful south China beach! Join Cultural Keys for a week in Sanya, staying at the stunning Sheraton Sanya Yalong Bay Resort! Perfect for busy people from all walks of life, whether you come for some alone time or with a group of friends!
Read on to find out what is included in this fantastic program!
Last weekend CK was thrilled to trial our new lion dancing workshop with six lucky volunteers. A great time was had by everyone, and we gained a lot of insight into how a class would work. One thing most of us weren’t expecting was how fun – and funny – the workshop would be – we were in stitches! The participants really got into it and proved to be impressive lion dancers.
See some of the photos of the fun below!
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How many different styles of Chinese martial arts can you name? Taichi? Of course. Shaolin? Goes without saying. What about lion dancing? Sure, it’s well-known! (Yes, if you didn’t know, the acrobatic displays you see at Chinese New Year celebrations are in fact intrinsically connected to the history and practice of traditional Chinese martial arts.)
What if you could train all three styles in one afternoon and, even better, for free? Or what about training on a tropical beach? If any of that sounds interesting, Cultural Keys has you covered in April!
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Have we got a year for you! 2021 is full of fun and interesting events from CK – including photo walks, tours, workshops and a retreat! We really have something for everyone!
Read on to see exactly what we have on offer. Everything is open for booking, so have your diary at the ready! And don’t forget to check back often to see the latest information and updates!
Last updated: October 8th
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Among Chinese martial arts styles, taichi, practiced morning and night around the country, is perhaps one of the most iconic and easily recognizable forms. But for all its ubiquity, it is still a very misunderstood style. And that includes why it’s such a beneficial activity.
So what are the benefits of training taichi? Is it suitable for you? Read on as Cultural Keys’ founder and taichi instructor AJ Donnelly explains more!
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