Learning calligraphy, one of China’s most famous cultural treasures, takes time and patience, but the rewards are many – not only does it teach culture, patience and control, but the focus required means it’s also a kind of meditation! Try it for yourself at one of our monthly workshops!

These workshops include a 2-hour calligraphy class, guided by an experienced calligrapher. You’ll practice your design first before choosing a character or phrase to write on to decorative paper that you can then take home and frame!

Chinese Calligraphy Workshop

Date: First Saturday of every month (April – October)
Location: CK Culture Centre – Songzhuang, Tongzhou
Pickup: 9am at Tuanjiehu subway station
Drop off: 6.30pm at Tuanjiehu subway station
Places: Max. 8 people per workshop
Price: 388RMB per person/688RMB for 2 people
Payment: Prepayment via WeChat, Alipay, bank transfer or Paypal

Also included in the price is a presentation (in English) on the language and history of Chinese calligraphy, a dumpling lunch, transportation to our centre from Tuanjiehu subway station (line 10), all materials, snacks and tea while you paint, as well as free time to explore Xiaopu Artists Village, located within the Songzhuang Art District! All this for only 388RMB or even less if you sign up with a friend!

Event schedule

09:00 – Pickup from Sanlitun (Tuanjiehu subway station)
09:45 – Arrive, have tea and snacks
10:00 – 10:30 – Calligraphy history and culture presentation
10.30 – 12.30 – Calligraphy workshop
12:30 – 13.30 – Lunch
13:30 -14.00 – Presentation on Xiaopu Artists Village
14:00 – 17.00 – Free time to explore the village
17:30 – Leave the CK Culture Centre
18:30 – Arrive back at Tuanjiehu

If you have any questions, or would like to confirm your place, please email us at events@culturalkeys.cn. Alternatively, add NicD1280 on WeChat.

We look forward to having you join us for this exciting cultural event!

Please note
– all attendees are required to book at least 24 hours in advance.
– we do have a cat and dogs on the premises, so if you are allergic to either, this event might not be suitable for you.
– once booked, we are unable to offer refunds. If you are unable to join us, please consider finding someone to replace you, so your place doesn’t go to waste
– our schedule is arranged for the maximum benefit of both our teachers and participants. If you are late for pickup, our driver will unfortunately not be able to wait for you.