Top Beijing Classes & Workshops

Professional kungfu teacher who has been trained since 5 years old. Learn original Chinese kungfu with us instead of shows on movie. We will teach you the difference between Chinese kungfu and normal boxing . Also we will present you the usage of kungfu in real life instead of competition contest

Make the most of your time in Beijing and combine culture, exercise, and sightseeing on this private half-day combo tour. Enjoy a private tai chi class where you will learn about the health benefits of this martial arts practice, as well as some basic gestures. Then visit the Temple of Heaven, a complex of religious building used for harvest ceremonies during the Ming and Qing dynasties.

Rewind to China’s Ming and Qing eras on a 2-hour walking tour of Beijing’s Temple of Heaven. Learn about its importance to the imperial families of China, then watch Beijing’s older citizens perform their morning exercises. Combine with a 45-minute Taiji Class teaching by a Taiji Master in the Temple.  The entrance fees and Taiji class fee are all inclusive

- Delve into the elegance of Chinese culture with a hands-on calligraphy workshop that spans 2 to 3 hours. Start by familiarizing yourself with essential tools like brushes, ink, and paper during a 30-minute introduction. - Then, engage in a one-hour guided session that unveils the history and techniques of Chinese calligraphy and traditional painting. - Finally, unleash your creativity by creating your own ink artworks, applying what you’ve learned in a practical setting. This enriching experience offers a unique glimpse into the beauty of Chinese aesthetics and is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their cultural understanding.

Master Eric Liu Tai Chi Class is featured in "Lonely Planet"(2025), the world famous travel guidebook. - This is high quality private Tai Chi class, Suitable for learners at all skill levels - 20 years of teaching Tai Chi experience to internaitonal visitors. - In-depth knowledge of traditional Chinese healthcare & Taoist culture - Fluent English for smooth , barrier-free communication Eric Liu, founder of Beijing Sanfeng Tai Chi Club, started his martial‑arts journey at age 14. Decades of dedicated practice, paired with deep study of *The Book of Changes* and *Tao Te Ching*, gave him a thorough understanding of the inner‑healing power of Song Gong (relaxation qigong). This mind‑body practice has become the focus of his research and teaching. He stresses that Tai Chi is far more than physical exercise — it is a living philosophy for daily life. Its core principles of softness, balance and adaptive yielding should guide our actions, rather than force, stubbornness or extremes.

Combine Chinese art culture, and cuisine in just a few hours on this private half-day private tour that lets you learn Chinese calligraphy and cooking with two classes. First, take a calligraphy class in the hutong area, then visit a local market to pick up ingredients before cooking and eating Chinese dumplings in a local family's home. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.

Visiting Beijing for the first time but overwhelmed with Chinese characters? Want to bring your family and kids together to experience authentic Beijing food while considering the price? This is your choice. We design food for kids while maximising the experience for adults. For first time visitors, you will learn all about Beijing's food culture and the daily life of the hutong people. Everything about the payment and map apps, social media that you must use when travelling in China. You will dine in local restaurants, hear the stories behind the family canteens and learn about the process and history of each food preparation. Tour guide tina has been living in the city for 17 years and has served more than 1000 guests. Her professionalism and approachability have earned her numerous positive reviews from guests, especially families travelling with children. Once she even introduced the stories of the hutongs while pushing a baby pram!

If you love to travel like a local, see Beijing through fresh eyes with a martial arts class followed by a calligraphy lesson. Greet your instructor and small group at the gates of the Temple of Heaven then study either tai chi, with its slow, relaxing movements, or fast-paced, dramatic kung fu. Once you’re done, pick up a brush and learn the fine art of Chinese characters.

Make your journey more meaningful and unforgettable by diving deep into China's rich cultural heritage. This experience is highly recommended for families with children —a perfect opportunity to bond while exploring ancient traditions together!

Enjoy a uniquely Chinese cultural experience by joining a calligraphy class. Learn about the importance of the form to Chinese culture as your teacher instructs you about ink strokes, brushes, rice paper, and more.

Delve into the rich tapestry of Chinese culture with a 3-hour private experience in Beijing, featuring exclusive tea tasting and ancient calligraphy. Savor four rare non-export grade teas while absorbing insights into traditional tea culture. Engage in the art of calligraphy by grinding ink on a Qing Dynasty inkstone, and leave with your own personalized calligraphy scroll as a treasured keepsake. Guided by expert instructors, this immersive activity takes place in a tranquil cultural studio, offering a serene atmosphere for exploration and creativity. - Enjoy a 3-hour private session focused on tea tasting and calligraphy - Sample four rare, non-export grade Chinese teas - Learn to grind ink by hand on a historic Qing Dynasty inkstone - Create and take home your personalized calligraphy scroll

Delve into the world of Chinese metaphysics through a personalized consultation in the heart of Beijing. This intimate experience utilizes 5 Elements and personal Feng Shui analysis to reveal your dominant and deficient elements—Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water—guiding you towards greater balance. Participants receive a tailored wellness roadmap, including suggestions for supplements and lifestyle changes to enhance personal energy. Each consultation is complemented by a premium coffee or tea service, creating a harmonious blend of East and West. Leave with a deeper understanding of your inner energy map and a practical kit to maintain equilibrium long after your visit.

Explore the Beijing Hutongs in depth by join this 3 hour private tour, get a wonderful glimpse into traditional Beijing lifestyle and culture. Tour start from the Drum and Bell Towers in Beijing, combine walking and rickshaw experience. When visit the courtyard family, 30 minutes culture class will make the tour really fun, you can choose to learn Chinese calligraphy, paper cutting or mask painting.

1. Step into the heart of Beijing’s hutong life, just moments from the Forbidden City and traditional Peking Opera theaters. 2. Experience an authentic Chinese tea ceremony inside a teahouse transformed from a traditional courtyard house. 3. Enjoy a vivid cultural introduction through tea, conversation, and the timeless spirit of Chinese hospitality.

Enjoy a private one-hour Chinese calligraphy class in a Beijing hutong near Ciqikou Station. Your English-speaking instructor introduces the brush, ink, paper, basic strokes, and the meaning behind simple Chinese characters before guiding your group to write your own calligraphy piece. The class is beginner-friendly, calm, and hands-on, making it a good cultural break for families, students, and first-time visitors who want to understand Chinese writing through practice instead of a lecture. All practice materials are prepared at the activity location, so you can focus on the experience and take your finished work with you.

Enjoy a uniquely Chinese cultural experience by joining a calligraphy class. Learn about the importance of the form to Chinese culture as your teacher instructs you about ink strokes, brushes, rice paper, and more. Stroll though the authentic Hutong that non tourists touch. Savor a delightful Peking duck cuisine. Get to know China in depth.

Peking Opera has a 200-year history and is considered a national treasure. In the heart of Beijing's city center (near Qianmen), there sits a Yangtze-style park built during Emperor Qianlong's reign, and our activity takes place in a Peking Opera theater within this park. You can tour the traditional opera theater stage for free and try on Peking Opera costumes (additional cost of $41). You'll spend 1.5 hours here, creating your own Peking Opera facial mask souvenir to take home as a memento of Beijing's traditional culture.

Wherever you are in the world, savor a delicious introduction to China’s culture, food and heritage with this private online Chinese cooking class over Facetime or Zoom. Schedule your class for a slot that works for your time zone, pick your dish—vegan options are available—then shop for the ingredients you need. Perfect for solos, couples, families and groups of friends—or anyone who’d like to discover Chinese food and travel virtually.

This is a wonderful way to start a day in Beijing. Enjoy the ultimate stress-free experience without any transport to organize as hotel pickup and drop-off included. You’ll travel with a guide to the Temple of Heaven Park and watch locals taking part in their daily exercises. After exploring the park, you’ll have the rare opportunity to take part in a Tai Chi lesson with a Tai Chi Master. After your lesson, you’ll be able to walk into the Temple of Heaven, as admission tickets are provided.

Step into a traditional Beijing family kitchen and immerse yourself in the art of Chinese home cooking. Under the guidance of a local host, select 2–3 classic dishes such as Kung Pao Chicken or Mapo Tofu, and learn the secrets of wok cooking and ingredient selection. This hands-on experience allows you to master authentic techniques while enjoying the fruits of your labor in a warm family-style meal. To help you recreate these dishes at home, an English recipe booklet is provided, ensuring your journey into Chinese cuisine continues long after the class ends. -Cook in a real Beijing family kitchen with a local host -Choose 2–3 dishes from a selection of classic Chinese dishes -Get step-by-step guidance and try your hand at wok cooking -Enjoy the dishes you personally cooked in a warm family-style meal -Receive an English recipe booklet to recreate the dishes at home

Explore a local market and discover everyday Chinese ingredients Choose your own 3 dishes from 9 regional Chinese options Cook with a former executive chef at a five-star hotel Practice different Chinese cooking techniques through hands-on cooking Sit down together and enjoy the dishes you helped prepare

Tai Chi, needless to say , is the most popular Chinese style exercise and can be seen practiced almost in every corner of the world. But very few can realize it actually carry the indigenous Chinese culture: Taoism. It aims to improve body's decent Qi through series of relaxation work. Once you have the Qi flow throughout your entire body freely, it will largely improve the overall health level and achieve a wonderful state of harmony between man and nature, bring a qualitative leap in thinking and cognition. Chinese tea is the most important drink for Taoist, as it can enhance the Shen, as well as cultivate great moral conduct and a stable temperament for the practitioner. Chinese tea also greatly assists with the internal cultivation of Tao.Tea drinking is also an indispensable drink in people’s daily diet, offering great health benefits in addition to promoting peace and self-reflection.

In just 2.5 hours, you’ll gain insight, memories, and skills that no museum or show can offer. ✔️ Step into the soul of Chinese culture Far from crowds and clichés—this is a rare, quiet sanctuary where tradition still lives and breathes. ✔️ The core of Chinese civilization—in your hands · Brew and taste real Chinese tea with a national tea master · Write meaningful Chinese characters in traditional calligraphy · Play a full melody on the Guqin, China’s most revered ancient instrument ✔️ Not a show. Not for tourists. Led by national-level cultural masters, guided in English, designed for those who want more than sightseeing. ✔️ Only here, only with us This experience exists nowhere else in Beijing. If you skip this, you’re missing the most meaningful part of your journey.

1)Immerse yourself in Chinese tea culture with a traditional tea ceremony 2)Taste all five major types of Chinese tea: green, white, oolong, and black 3)Learn the 7-step Chinese brewing ritual and the reasons behind each step 4)Make two milk teas from scratch and experience the modern tea lifestyle 5)Enjoy iconic Chinese pastries from Daoxiangcun, Beijing's beloved shop