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Students from The Peaceful Dragon and affiliated schools at the Shaolin Temple in China
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2008
Monthly and Semi-Monthly Classes, Seminars and Discussion Groups
Here's are the dates of regular, ongoing
special classes, seminars, and discussion groups
for adults and children.
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The Peaceful Dragon is pleased to present this varied schedule of special
events celebrating the best of Asian culture. Details of these and other
events are coming, so do check back.
For more information on any event, call 704.504.8866 or email us at
info@thepeacefuldragon.com.
Key: • for adults;
• for children (and their parents);
• all ages
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Saturday, January 12
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Children's Promotion Day, 11am
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Friday, January 18
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Parents Night Out
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Saturday, January 19
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Quarterly Cleanup
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Saturday, January 19
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Adult Promotional Testing, All Blocks 9:30 am
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Friday-Saturday, January 25-26
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Staff at training seminar
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Saturday, February 2
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Chinese New Year Festival, 11am-2:30pm
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Saturday, February 9
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Chinese New Year Banquet, 6:30pm
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Friday-Sunday, February 15-17
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Special Workshop with
Master Shi Guolin
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Saturday, March 8
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Day-long Meditation and Yoga Retreat
Master Eric Sbarge, 9am-5pm
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Friday, March 14
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Parents Night Out
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Saturday, March 15
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Adult Block A testing, 10:30am
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Tuesday-Sunday, April 3-6
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Staff at training seminar
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Saturday, April 12
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Childrens Promotion Ceremony, 11am
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Wednesday-Thursday, April 16-7
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Staff training seminar
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Friday, April 18
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Parents Night Out
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Saturday, April 19
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Quarterly Clean Up
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Saturday, May 3
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CACMA Tournament
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Thursday, May 15
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Adult Block A testing, 6:30 pm
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Saturday May 17
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Team Tournament Day
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Saturday June 7
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Dragonboat Race
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Saturday, June 14
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Student Appreciation Picnic and Barbecue, 1:30pm
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Friday-Sunday, June 27-29
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• Intensive Weekend Workshop
Grandmaster Frank DeMaria
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Thursday-Saturday, July 10-12
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•Staff away at Martial Arts Supershow
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Saturday, July 12
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Parent-Child Class, 12:45 pm
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Wednesday-Thursday, July 16-7
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• Staff training seminar
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Saturday, July 19
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• Children's Promotion Ceremony, 11am
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Saturday-Sunday, July 26-27
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International Kuoshu Kung Fu Tournament in Baltimore
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Friday, August 1
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Parents Whole Night Out
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Saturday, August 2
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• Adult Promotional Testing, All Blocks, 9:30 am
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Monday, August 4 - Friday, August 8
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Train Like a SuperHero!
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Saturday, August 9
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Quarterly Cleanup
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Saturday, August 16
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Parent-Child Class, 12:45 pm
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Saturday, September 6
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Tai Chi Festival and Back-to-School Extravaganza!
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Saturday, September 13
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Adult Block A Testing, 10:30am
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Saturday, September 13
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Parent-Child Class, 12:45 pm
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Saturday, September 20
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Day-long Kung Fu Marathon, 9am-4pm
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Saturday, October 11
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Parent-Child Class, 12:45 pm
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Saturday, October 11
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Tai Chi Mastery (Columbia, SC)
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Saturday, October 18
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Childrens Promotion Ceremony, 11am
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Friday, October 24
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Halloween Costume Party, 6:30-9:00pm
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Saturday, November 8
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Quarterly Cleanup Day and Fall Landscaping
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Saturday, November 8
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Adult Testing, 10 am
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Friday, November 14
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Parents Night Out
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Saturday, November 15
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Parent-Child Class, 12:45 pm
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Wednesday, November 19
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Adult Testing, 6:30 pm
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Saturday, November 22
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Day-long Tai Chi Retreat
with Master Eric Sbarge
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Saturday, December 13
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Parent-Child Class, 12:45 pm
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Friday-Saturday, December 5-6
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Staff at training seminar
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Saturday, February 2, 11m-2:30 pm
Chinese New Year's Festival
Join over a billion people from China and neighboring countries in
celebrating the greatest holiday in East Asian culture - while staying
right here in Charlotte!
The Peaceful Dragon will be hosting its
annual Chinese New Year's Festival on Saturday, February 2, from 11am to 3 pm.
Fun for the entire family, the festival will begin with the ceremonial
Lion Dance meant to bring good luck to participants for the coming
year. Then throughout the afternoon you can enjoy exciting
demonstrations of Chinese martial arts and health arts including
Kungfu, Tai Chi and Yoga, plus a program of performing arts that
includes Chinese dance, music and more.
Local experts will be on hand to demonstrate and talk about such Asian
arts and practices as acupuncture and massage, as well as Lyn's Boot Camp.
The children's game room setup will have
face painting, arts & crafts, games and balloons.
In China, Taiwan and Vietnam where the holiday is celebrated weeks of
preparation take place, including cleaning, cooking and making travel
arrangements so entire extended families can be together.
Here in Charlotte, the Asian population has grown rapidly in recent
years and the holiday remains an important part of their lives.
Various Asian ethnic associations now have their own celebrations and
events around Charlotte. The Peaceful Dragon's celebration is open to
everyone and is particularly designed for Americans looking for the
chance to discover some of the wonders of authentic Asian culture.
Additional festival highlights include ongoing raffle drawings for
assorted prizes, and special festival discounts for joining the
classes offered at The Peaceful Dragon including tai chi, yoga,
kungfu, meditation and children's martial arts.
There will be delicious traditional Chinese noodles and holiday snacks for sale.
Suggested donation is $3 per family (free for Peaceful Dragon students).
All proceeds go to The Peaceful Dragon Scholarship Fund.
Saturday, February 9, 6:30 pm
Chinese New Year's Banquet
This most special evening of the year at The Peaceful Dragon
includes student promotions, awards ceremonies, dancing, partying,
raffle prizes and more!
Catered gourmet dinner will include appetizers, multiple entrees,
desserts, and tea. Many vegetarian and some non-vegetarian options will
be available. Soft drinks and ice will be set up -- B.Y.O.B.
Family and friends are welcome! Tickets are sold first come, first
served -- tickets may sell out so don’t wait. Last day for purchase is
Saturday, February 2 – no exceptions!
Adults $40, children 10 and under half price.
No Peaceful Dragon student should miss this most important event of
the year!
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Friday, Februay 15-Sunday, February 17
Special Workshop with Venerable Shi Guolin
Uniting Kung Fu, Meditation and Qigong in the Zen Tradition
We are extremely honored to offer this workshop led by Shi Guolin,
34th generation monk and lineage transmission disciple of Abbott Shi
Yongxin of China's famed Shaolin Temple
Intensive Workshop
Friday, Feb. 15, 6pm-9pm: Qigong and Yi Jin Jing
Saturday, Feb. 16, 10am-5pm: Forms and Usage
Sunday, Feb. 17, 10am-5pm: Forms and Usage
Special Children's Class
Saturday, Feb. 16, 12-1pm
Workshop Price for Adults and Teens: Early-bird special $259 public, $189 Peaceful Dragon
students. After Feb. 11th add $40. If you are only interested in Qigong
you can do Friday night only $99 public, $79 students.
Children's Class: Early-bird $20, after Feb. 11 add $10. Children aged
9 and up ranked Green Sash and above can join the full workshop or the
children’s class.
Note: Workshop payable cash only. Saturday evening at 7pm enjoy an
optional dinner to honor Master Guolin, open to all students and family
members. Details at the front counter.
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Friday, March 14, 6:30-9:30 pm
Parents' Night Out
Prepare for an exciting night like no
other—Sword Fight Night! The Peaceful Dragon’s parent night out will
teach your child the self discipline and responsibility necessary to be
a master of the sword. Your child will receive a class learning the
necessary drills for combat. Then they will take their acquired skills
and put them to the test against each other.
- Every child needs to bring their sparring helmet with their name on
it. (We will have a few helmets to share.)
- We will be using action bats in place of swords. You may purchase
your own before Wednesday, March 5th to continue your practice after the
event. (We have a few to share with everyone as well.)
- All friends of Peaceful Dragon students MUST have a permission
slip. See the front desk.
Cost for students of The Peaceful Dragon is $39;
for Black Sash and Leadership Club members, $19;
if you bring a friend, FREE!
Space is limited, so sign up early!
Saturday, March 8, 9 am-5 pm
Day-long Meditation and Yoga Retreat
Master Eric Sbarge, head instructor at The Peaceful Dragon,
will lead an extended session of Chan (Zen) meditation and Shaolin Yoga.
The retreat is open to everyone regardless of experience.
Take advantage of discussions and explanations on
meditation principles and methods, plus experience
intensive practice of meditation. Combine that with
in-depth look at the postures and principles of
Shaolin yoga.
Early bird price: $39 public, $29 Peaceful Dragon students.
After March 1 add $10.
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Saturday, May 17 (starts 10am)
Team Tournament
Lion Dance and Opening ceremonies: 10am
Competition Begins: 10:15am
Everyone who competes is
a winner! Enjoy friendly competition with your team mates and show your
school spirit and pride. Young or old, beginner or advanced, we'll have
multiple events for you to choose from:
Tai chi and internal forms
Shuai chiao
Sparring
Push hands
Stances and basics
Empty hand forms
Weapons
Two-person forms
Two-person techniques
Team Relay Races and more!
Medals and Award Certificates for all competitors - Special Prizes
for Team Winners and all competitors!
All competitors must pay and turn in registration forms
at the front counter no later than Wednesday, May 14.
Sorry, no exceptions!
Registration fee is $20 for unlimited events.
Spectators fee $3 payable at door (children under 4 free).
All spectator fees are donated to our Peaceful Dragon Scholarship Fund.
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Saturday, June 7, 11am-4pm
Dragonboat Race
The Peaceful Dragon has entered a team for this year's exciting
competition at the Charlotte Dragonoat Festival, which is
co-sponsored by Asian-American Chamber of Commerce
Open to first 20 paddlers (aged 15 and above) to sign up (sheet on
the bulletin board). Atleast 8 of the paddlers must be female.
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2008, 11am-4pm
Location: Ramsey Creek Park, Cornelius
Practices: Sat., April 26 & May 24, at 2pm
Requirements: Ready to paddle hard and win! Must be able to make at
least one, and preferably both, practices. Strong team spirit!
For more info see: www.CharlotteDragonboat.com
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Friday-Sunday, June 27-June 29
Intensive Weekend Workshop: Tai Chi, Internal Arts and Shaolin
With Grandmaster Frank DeMaria and Master Chris Peck
Curriculum will include: The Position of Power, Power Pathways, The Mind,
Reality Fighting, Meaning and Function of Form, Hsing-I Combat Sets, and more.
No Peaceful Dragon student should miss this valuable chance to train intensively
with your Grandmaster!
The three-day workshop is open to teens, adults and Young Dragons green sash &
up. Designed for beginner and advanced students, tai chi and kung fu stylists,
of all ages and levels of skill.
The early-bird special price is just $167 thru June 9th; after June 9th it's $197.
Cash or money order only. Note: You can come to any or all
of the above days — the price remains
the same. Tickets for Friday night's banquet dinner at Wan Fu restaurant
are available for purchase at the front counter.
There will also be a Special Children's Class!
This one-hour children's class will meet Saturday, June 28th,
immediately following the 2:00 Demo. Fee for class is $20,
cash or money-order only. Please pre-register by June 26. For ages
5-12.
Schedule:
Friday:
• Workshop 10am-1pm
• Lunch 1pm-2:30pm
• Workshop 2:30pm-5:00pm
• Banquet dinner 7:00pm-10pm
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Saturday:
• Workshop 10:00am-12:30am
• Lunch 12:30pm-2:00pm
• Lion Dance and Demo 2-2:30pm
• Workshop 2:30pm-5:00pm
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Sunday:
• Meditation 10am-11am
• Workshop 11am-1pm
• Lunch 1pm-2:30pm
• Workshop 2:30pm-5:30pm
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Saturday-Sunday, July 26-27
National Kuoshu Kung Fu Tournament in Baltimore
Master Sbarge and other students will be flying on
Airtran Flight #322 departing at 2:34pm on Friday, July 25 and returning
on Airtran Flight #811 at 7:50pm Sunday, July 27.
Book early for best rate—air ticket as of April 25 is $208.
Instructor Hank Kadel has reserved a rental car we can share. Also book
your hotel room at Hunt Valley Marriott early since rooms often sell
out.
For more information on the tournament and hotel go to
www.usksf.org/
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Friday, August 1, 6:30pm-8:30am
Parents Whole Night Out
Once a year our Parents Night Out becomes Parents "Whole Night" Out!
August 1st starting at 6:30pm is this year's KUNGFU SLEEPOVER!
We will spend the night teaching your kids all about AWARENESS.
While the sun is still out we will head outdoors for games, and
to learn basic skills of learning to be aware of their surroundings
and how to use their environment for both wilderness camping and
street survival. After the sun goes down we will have a campfire
and share many great stories about kung fu legends. This will be an
educational fun-filled sleep over you don’t want to miss. We'll provide
a snack at night, donuts and bagels in the morning, and excitement
the entire time. Sign up early to reserve your spot.
The cost is $39, $19 for those in the Black Sash and
Leadership Clubs. However, as with all Parents Night Out events it is FREE
if you bring a friend as part of our membership drive (friends must have
permission slip, available at our front service counter, signed by their parent,
and must sign up by July 24.) Every child needs $5 to cover snack and breakfast.
Monday, August 4 to Friday, August 8, 10am-3pm
Train Like a SuperHero Camp
Join The Peaceful Dragon Martial Arts Summer Camp for
a week of SuperHero Training. Your children will be
learning the focus, respect, and awareness necessary
to be the world’s greatest SuperHero. Your child will receive:
- A special Superhero class everyday
- A Chinese lesson everyday
- HALF PRICE if you bring a friend
- Sign up early because space is limited
The price is only $179 for the public, $149 for Peaceful Dragon students.
If Peaceful Dragon students sign up by July 29, their fee is just $75, and
the friend's fee is $100 (incuding a free uniform!)
Saturday, September 6, 11:00am-3pm
Tai Chi Festival and Back-to-School Extravaganza!
Have a great time and at The Peaceful Dragon's
annual open house! There will be demonstrations of tai chi, yoga, and shao-lin
kung fu, PLUS free introductory classes! Delicious
food and refreshments will also be available for purchase.
And that's not all! There will be a FREE Children's Carnival from noon to 3pm,
with games, face painting, inflatable obstacle course, and more!
Here's the schedule:
• 11:30am - Lion Dance, Tai Chi/ Yoga/ Kung Fu Demonstrations
• 12:00pm - Free Children's Carnival until 3:00pm
• 12:00pm - Free Introductory Trial Classes for Children & Adults
• 12:15pm - Kung Fu Supermatches
• 12:45pm - Demonstration & Discussion: Benefits of Acupuncture
• 1:15pm - Lion Dance, Tai Chi/Yoga/ Kung Fu Demonstrations
• 1:45pm - Free Introductory Trial Classes for Children & Adults
• 2:30pm - Discussion & Talk: Feng Shui
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Saturday, September 20, 9am-4pm
Day-long Kung Fu Marathon
Last year Master Sbarge and Mr. George ran a marathon race, which Master
Sbarge says he kind of enjoyed training for and sort of enjoyed running
(until his knees blew up). But he didn’t think it was nearly as much
fun as kung fu, which gave him the idea of holding a Kung Fu Marathon!
Our kung fu marathon is open to all adults (tai chi students as well as
kung fu), all teens, and kids aged 9 and above who are ranked green sash
and above.
You'll enjoy the challenge of Master Sbarge pushing you all day as you
learn new forms and work on conditioning, stretching, meditation, chi
kung, self-defense techniques, sparring and some secret things that you
will only learn about once you get close to The Dreaded Wall!!!
Pay and register by Saturday, Sept. 13 for early-bird savings—just
$39. After Sept. 13 add $15.Â
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Saturday, October 11, day and evening sessions
Tai Chi Mastery
A Special Workshop by Master Eric Sbarge in Columbia, SC
The workshop will be held at the
Columbia Tai Chi Center, 2910 Rosewood Dr., Columbia, SC,
the school of Peaceful Dragon student, Sifu Wes Adams, and is
open to beginners and advanced, old and young alike.
Session I: 9:30am-4:30pm
Essential Tai Chi Health and Energy Building Methods
Through lecture, discussion and hands-on
applications you’ll gain a thorough understanding
of Tai Chi’s key philosophical principles and how to
put them directly to work for your own health and
well-being. Emphasis will be on Medical Chi Kung
practices and the three treasures of Yin/yang, wuhsing
(five elements), and pa-kua (eight trigrams).
Session II: 6:00pm-9:30pm
Tai Chi Self-Defense and Combat Applications
You'll learn principles, strategies and methods to maximize
your inherent power, and minimize your disadvantages. See
how yin/yang, pa-kua and five-element theories are put
to practical use in this soft and refined, yet deadly, art
form.
Workshop Tuition:
For the early-bird special you must register by October 2! Space is limited -- this is a first come, first served
event. Register right away to ensure your spot. Payments by cash only. Session I only: General Public - $130,
A.C.C.S. affiliated student - $90. Session I and II combined: General Public - $180, A.C.C.S. affiliated student -
$120. After October 2, add $15. (A 50% non-refundable deposit required to hold your reservation. Sorry, no
refunds under any circumstances unless event is cancelled by Columbia Tai Chi Center.)
For more information, call 803 873 2100 or visit
www.ColumbiaTaiChiCenter.com.
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Saturday, November 22, 9am-4pm
Day-long Tai Chi Workshop
with Master Eric Sbarge
Enjoy a full day immersed in cultivating your chi and harmony!
Learn chi kung, Ch'ang Style form and applications, push hands and more.
This is a rare opportunity to get intensive training from
Master Sbarge—not to be missed by any Peaceful Dragon student.
Early bird price is $49 for Peaceful Dragon students, $89 for the public.
After Nov. 12 add $15. Open to teens and adults, beginner through advanced.
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