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2009
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 a look back, here are 2008 Special Events.)
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 10
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Children's Promotion Day, 11am-12:30pm
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Saturday, January 17
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Adult Promotional Testing, All Blocks, 10:30am
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Saturday, January 17
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Quarterly Cleanup,, 9am-3pm
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Saturday, January 24
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Chinese New Year Festival, 11am-2pm
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Saturday, January 24
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Chinese New Year Dinner, 6:30pm
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Wednesday, January 28
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Adult Promotional Testing Makeup, All Blocks 6:30 pm
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Friday, February 20
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Parents Night Out/Sword Fight Night, 6:30-9pm
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Saturday, February 21
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Tai Chi Workshop in Columbia, SC
Master Eric Sbarge, 9:30am-9pm
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Saturday, February 28
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Day-long Meditation and Yoga Retreat
Master Eric Sbarge, 9am-5pm
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Friday, March 13
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Parents Night Out,
Kung Fu Movie Star Night!, 6:30-9pm
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Saturday, March 14
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Adult Block A testing, 10:30am
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Saturday-Monday, March 20-22
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Staff at NAPMA Conference
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Wednesday, March 25
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Adult Block A testing Makeup, 6:30pm
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Saturday, March 28
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Team Tournament Day, 10am-4pm
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Friday, April 17
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Parents Night Out/Board Breaking, 6:30-9pm
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Saturday, April 18
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Childrens Promotion Ceremony, 11am-12:30pm
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Friday-Saturday, April 24-25
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Women's Self-Defense Lecture and Workshop,
Friday, April 24, 7:30-8:30, Saturday, April 25, 10:30am-3pm
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Saturday, April 25
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World Tai Chi Day, 1:30-3pm
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Saturday, April 25
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Quarterly Clean Up and Spring Landscaping, 9am-3pm
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Saturday, May 2
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CACMA Tournament
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Saturday, May 9
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Adult Block A testing, 10:30am
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Saturday, May 16
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Dragon Boat Race
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Wednesday, May 20
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Adult Block A testing Makeup, 6:30pm
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Friday, May 29
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Breaking the Cycle of Stress,
Dr. Camilo Sanchez
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Saturday, June 13
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Student Appreciation Picnic and Barbecue, 2-6pm
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Friday, June 26
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Monthly Free Lecture: Introduction to Mandarin, 7:30-8:30pm
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Friday-Sunday, July 10-12
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• Special Weekend Workshop
Grandmaster Frank DeMaria and Master Chris Peck
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Saturday, July 11
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• Children's Promotion Ceremony, 1:15pm
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Friday, July 17
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Parents Night Out,
Water Fight Night!, 6:30-9pm
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Friday-Sunday, July 25-26
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International Kuoshu Kung Fu Tournament in Baltimore
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Friday, July 31
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Monthly Free Lecture: Music Therapy, 7:30-8:30pm
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Saturday, August 1
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• Adult Promotional Testing, All Blocks, 10:30 am
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Wednesday, August 12
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Makeup Test, All Blocks, 6:30pm
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Friday, August 14
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Parents Whole Night Out, 6:30pm-8:30am
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Saturday, August 15
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Quarterly Cleanup
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Saturday, August 29
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Tai Chi Festival, 11am-2pm
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Saturday, September 12
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Adult Block A Testing, 10:30am
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Wednesday, September 23
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Adult Block A Testing Makeup, 6:30pm
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Saturday, October 17
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Children's Promotion Ceremony, 11am-12:30pm
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Friday-Sunday, October 23-25
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Mountain Tai Chi Retreat
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Friday, October 30
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Halloween Costume Party, 6:30-9:00pm
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Saturday, November 7
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Adult Block A Testing, 10:30am
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Saturday, November 7
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Quarterly Cleanup Day and Fall Landscaping, 9am-3pm
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Wednesday, November 18
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Adult Block A Testing Makeup, 6:30pm
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Friday, November 20
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Parents Night Out, 6:30-9pm
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Saturday, November 21
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Day-long Kung Fu Marathon, 9am-5pm
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Saturday, January 24, 11am-2pm
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, January 24, from 11am to 2pm.
It's fun for the whole family and it's FREE!
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, and performing arts.
Local experts will be on hand to demonstrate and talk about such Asian
arts and practices such as fung shuai and the Asian Hat Dance, as well as Lyn's Boot Camp.
The Children's Carnival, which goes from noon until 2pm, 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.
Here's the schedule:
| 11:15pm | Feng Shui for the New Year |
| 11:30am | Lion Dance, Tai Chi/Yoga/Kung Fu Demonstrations |
| 12:00pm | Free Introductory Trial Classes for Children & Adults |
| 12:30pm | Pacific Arts Troup: Asian Hat Dance |
| 12:45pm | Demonstration: Lynn's Boot Camp |
| 1:15pm | Lion Dance, Tai Chi/Yoga/Kung Fu Demonstrations |
| 1:45pm | Free Introductory Trial Classes for Children & Adults |
Saturday, January 24, 6:30 pm
Chinese New Year's Banquet
This banquet dinner is the single most important and
memorable special event of the year for any Peaceful Dragon student.
This is when we promote students, disciples and instructors within the ACCS lineage,
hold our student awards ceremonies, enjoy dining and dancing to a DJ,
share each others company and help welcome good fortune for each other
in the coming year.
Dancing at the banquet will go until approximately 10:30pm, and for
all who are late-night party people, you can get together as a group
to go to local dance clubs—see George at the dinner.
The dinner
will be held at the Holiday Inn Center City at 230 N. College Street.
Tickets are limited and can be purchased now at our front counter on
a first come, first served basis. Adults $40, children under 10 half price.
No ticket needed for babies if they sit on your lap.
Celebrate the Year of the Ox and purchase your tickets now before they are sold out!!! For directions
click here.
Friday, February 20, 6:30-9 pm
Parents Night Out/Sword Fight
February 20th from 6:30 to 9:00
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 instead of swords. We
will have a limited supply for sale for continued
practice at home. (We have a few to share with everyone
as well.)
- All friends of Peaceful Dragon students MUST have
the permission slip on the back of this flyer filled
out.
Cost: Students of The Peaceful Dragon
$39; Black Sash and Leadership Club $19; Bring a
friend FREE!. Sign-up early! Space is limited!
February 21, 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 perfecting your posture,
smoothing transitions between movements, and refining tui
shou (push hands) patterns.
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 positioning and leverage allow you to make the
most of your physical and energetic power.
About Master Eric Sbarge
Master Sbarge is the director and head instructor of The Peaceful
Dragon in Charlotte, NC, the largest center for tai
chi, Shaolin kung fu, Chinese yoga and Zen meditation in
the Carolinas. In 2005 he was inducted into the United States Martial Arts Hall of
Fame as Outstanding Kung Fu Master.
Workshop Tuition:
Early-bird special: register by February 10!
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 February
10, 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)
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Saturday, February 28, 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 February 25 add $10.
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Friday, March 13, 6:30-9:00 pm
Parents Night Out: Kung Fu Movie Star Night!
Would your child like to be the next Bruce Lee or Jackie Chan? The
Peaceful Dragon will be teaching your child the power of team work.
Working in small teams the children will use their Kung fu to make one
awesome martial arts flick!
- Everyone will learn the importance of team work
- Have a blast making a movie
- All friends need a permission slip
filled out and signed by their parent. Pick one up at the counter.
Students of The Peaceful Dragon do not need a permission slip.
Price:
Students of The Peaceful Dragon, $39
Black Sash Club and Leadership, $19
Sign up by March 11th with a friend, FREE
(After March 11th it will be full price for you and your friend.)
Space is limited, so sign up early!
Saturday, March 28 (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, March 25.
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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Friday, April 17, 6:30-9pm
Parents' Night Out - Board Breaking!
This month's theme for Parents' Night Out is always a favorite. During martial arts
demonstrations, audiences have long been fascinated with board breaking. Children will learn
self-control, build confidence, and amaze themselves and their parents when they learn to
break both single and multiple boards.
Under the watchful supervision of our Children's Program instructors, children will learn proper
kung-fu striking fundamentals, how to accelerate their speed, increase their power, and
develop mental focus. We will begin with practicing on the plastic, reusable boards. Then,
everyone will have a chance to break wooden boards (wooden boards are only $1 each).
For a discount, be sure to sign up by the early-bird deadline of April 15th. For more
information, speak to Children's Program Instructor
(Robert Beaver).
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Friday, April 24, 7:30-8:30pm and Saturday, April 25, 10:30am-3pm
Women's Self-Defense Lecture and Workshop
Peaceful Dragon instructor Lyn Addy will present a FREE lecture on
“Self-Defense for Women: How NOT to be a Statistic” on Friday, April 24 at
7:30pm. The lecture is open to the public.
The next day, Saturday, April 25, Lyn is offering a comprehensive workshop
on self-defense for women from 10:30am-3:00pm.
Lyn notes some criminals especially like to prey on women, considering them
to be easy targets. "Too many women simply have no idea how to defend
themselves should the unthinkable occur," says Lyn, who also has training
in firearms. “Some women have a false sense of security thinking that the
police, their husband or their boyfriend can protect them. What will you
do if the police or your significant other isn't around when you're faced
with a violent confrontation?”
The workshop is geared for all women, and will teach strategies, tactics
and mindsets that virtually any woman can adapt to give her an advantage in
a violent encounter.
Workshop topics will include:
- The importance of awareness
- How to be prepared, not paranoid
- Confidence and control instead of victimization
- How to safeguard your home
- When to fight, when to wait
- Sexual intimidation and acquaintance/date rape
- Weapons and self-defense
- What the law says
You'll also get hands-on training and practice
in techniques against:
- grabs (bear hugs, arm and clothing grabs, etc.)
- chokes
- strikes
- being pinned against a wall
- attacks from the ground
Lyn is the only woman fully accredited by the American Center for Chinese
Studies to teach all the martial arts disciplines offered. She has been
active a teacher and student of martial arts for most of her adult life.
Prior registration and tuition of $65 is required for the workshop. To
register, call 704-504-8866 or register at the front desk.
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Saturday 25, April 24, 1:30-3pm
World Tai Chi Day
April 25 is World Tai Chi and Qigong (chi kung) Day.
This annual celebration takes place the last Saturday of every April.
The Peaceful Dragon will recognize this event with free demonstrations
and tai chi classes, Saturday, April 25 from 1:30pm-3:00pm.
April 25 is World Tai Chi and Qigong (chi kung) Day.
"The idea of World Tai Chi and Qigong Day began a decade ago to inform
people of the positive health benefits of tai chi," says Master Eric Sbarge.
"All over the world, people participate in the annual celebration, called by
www.worldtaichi.org
as an "unprecedented…healing event." Those curious
about tai chi as well as tai chi practitioners of all styles are welcome to
attend The Peaceful Dragon's free event.
Master Sbarge says
"Approximately twenty percent of the world already practices tai chi or
qigong in some form, and in recent years, these practices have made their
way to the West. What's more, modern science has begun to learn how tai
chi can help reduce stress, improve a variety of health conditions, and
even help people lose weight without stressing the body."
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Friday, May 29, 7:30pm
Breaking the Cycle of Stress
with Dr. Camilo Sanchez
Once again, our monthly guest lecture series is in full-swing. The
last Friday of each month, join us for a free informative lecture from a
special guest speaker, who's an expert in a timely topic.
This month, Dr. Camilo Sanchez, OMD,L.Ac, MQG, presents “Breaking the Cycle of
Stress: Learn how stress can lead to chronic health problems and five ways
to manage stress naturally." Dr. Sanchez will discuss stress and its
relationship to health problems such as high blood pressure, heart disease,
and fibromyalgia.
A doctor of Oriental medicine (OMD), a master acupuncturist (L. Ac), and an
expert in medical qigong (MQG), Dr. Sanchez has over twenty years of
teaching and clinical experience in qigong, acupuncture, and Chinese
medicine. With a life-long passion for teaching the Taoist healing arts,
Dr. Sanchez has shared his passion with thousands of students throughout
both North and South America.
Dr. Sanchez developed Elixir QigongTM, a system of energy exercises designed
to awaken the healing elixir inside the body, and Taoist Yoga-Qigong, a set
of exercises to balance the body's twelve energy pathways. As the director
of Tao Healing Arts in Charlotte, North Carolina, Dr. Sanchez provides
customized services of acupuncture, Chinese medicine, as well as authentic
instruction of Chen Tai Chi and Taoist Yoga.
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Friday, June 26, 7:30pm
Introduction to Mandarin
with Esther Bernard
The last Friday of each month the Peaceful Dragon hosts a
special guest speaker who will lecture on a topic related to health, wellness,
or Chinese culture.
This month, Esther Bernard presents Introduction to Mandarin.
Full of nuance and history, Mandarin Chinese is spoken by nearly 1
billion people. Mrs. Bernard will discuss Mandarin, explain
some of the distinctions between Mandarin and other languages/dialects
like Cantonese, and entertain questions from the audience.
The last Friday of each month the Peaceful Dragon hosts a
Mrs. Bernard moved to the states from Taiwan over 20 years ago.
She has earned degrees from Queens University and the University
of North Carolina at Charlotte. Mrs. Bernard has taught Mandarin
and Chinese Culture for over 14 years. She has taught at the Charlotte
Mecklenburg School System, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte,
privately, and she has also held classes at The Peaceful Dragon.
The last Friday of each month the Peaceful Dragon hosts a
Come learn more about Mandarin, which may help you more fully understand
and appreciate the arts we study here at The Peaceful Dragon.
Friday-Sunday, July 10 to Sunday July 12
Intensive Weekend Workshop: Tai Chi and Kung Fu
With Grandmaster Frank DeMaria and Master Chris Peck
Curriculum will include: How to correct unnoticed mistakes at all levels,
analyzing points of power, things you don't think about but should,
overcoming faults in applying techniques, points to improve forms,
optimum ways to train and improve your skills, and utilizing stepping
and the circle for better and faster moves. These topics will be
explored in both internal and external styles.
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 through July 7 is $247 for the public and $167 for
ACCS affiliated students; after July 7 add $30. Out-of-town ACCS students
can register by phone or email to get the early-bird price, then pay when
they arrive for the workshop. All payments by cash or money order only.
Note: You can come to any or all
of the above days — the price remains
the same. Separate tickets for Friday night's banquet dinner
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, July 11th, from 2:30-3:30pm,
immediately following the 1:15PM Demo and Chldren's Promotion Ceremony.
Fee for the class is $20, cash or money-order only. Register by Thursday, July 9th.
| Grandmaster wants to hear from you! If you're attending the workshop,
Grandmaster has graciously offered to accept your suggestions and comments
as to what he might include in addition to his curriculum. Please
email your suggestions.
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Schedule:
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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-12:00am
• Lunch 12:00pm-1:15pm
• Lion Dance and Demo 1:15-1:45pm
• Workshop 1:45pm-5:00pm
• Children's promotion and class,
1:45pm-3:30pm
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Sunday:
• Meditation 10am-11am
• Workshop 11am-1pm
• Lunch 1pm-2:30pm
• Workshop 2:30pm-5:30pm
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Friday, July 17, 6:30-9 pm
Parents Night Out/Water Fight Night
Prepare for an exciting night like no other—Water Fight Night!
Your child will receive a class learning how to focus on their surroundings and
be respectful to everyone. Then we will begin the war of water to put that
focus into practice. For ages 5-13.
- Every child needs to bring a water gun with
their name on it and a change of clothes (We have a few water guns to share
if you don't have one)
- If you bring a friend you, and your
friend each get a water balloon to throw at the instructors!
- All friends of Peaceful Dragon students MUST fill out a permission slip.
Important: There is no charge since these events are
included in your Activity Fee. However, you must sign up no later than
Wednesday, July 15th so we can properly staff for the event. There will
be a $20 late fee if you register after the deadline.
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Friday, July 31, 7:30pm
Monthly Lecture: Music Therapy
with Dr. Rebecca Engen and Shu-Ling Huang
As a reminder, the last Friday of each month we will
host a special guest speaker who will lecture on a topic related to health,
wellness, or Chinse culture. This month, Dr. Rebecca Engen and Shu-Ling
Huang will speak on music therapy.
Rebecca L. Engen, PhD, NMT, MT-BC Associate Professor and Director of Music
Therapy Queens University of Charlotte. Shu-Ling Huang, who is from Taiwan,
is a Queens graduate.
The American Music Therapy Association defines music therapy as an
established healthcare profession that uses music to address physical,
emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages. Music
therapy interventions can be designed to promote wellness, manage stress,
alleviate pain, express feelings, enhance memory, improve communication, or
promote physical rehabilitation. Learning a few simple principles and
practicing mindful application, you can utilize music for healing and
harmony in your own life.
The presenters will also
discuss conscious musical choices as well as unconscious responses to pay
attention to.
Join us for the free lecture, and learn more about this
dynamic mode of therapy.
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Friday, August 14, 6:30-Saturday, August 15, 8am
Parents Whole Night Out
Once a year our Parents Night Out becomes Parents
Whole Night Out! August 14th starting at 6:30pm is this year's
KUNGFU SLEEPOVER! We will spend the night learning about Awareness.
At the Kung Fu Sleep Over your child and their friends can expect
to do many exciting things:
- Spend the sun- lit hours outside playing games to increase
awareness of their surroundings
- Learn how our surroundings can increase or decrease our awareness
- See how awareness of ourselves can effect health, kung fu, and school grades
- Towards the end of the night we will have story time sharing stories of
kung fu legends
- We will provide a snack and we will have donuts and bagels for
breakfast in the morning
- All friends must have the permission slip on the back of this form filled out to attend.
- Pick-up is between 8am and 8:10am only. Please be on time!
Cost: Peaceful Dragon Students are FREE if
you register by Wednewday, Aug 12th. Late registration fee after
August 12th will be $20 per child.
All friends and guests of the peaceful dragon must have the permission slip
on the back of this form filled out by their parent or legal guardian to attend.
Our students don't need to fill out the form.
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Saturday August 29, 11am-2pm
Tai Chi Festival and Back-to-School Extravaganza
Enjoy mind and body entertainment for the whole family!
- FREE festivities include Lion Dances, tai chi and kung fu demonstrations, and more.
- The FREE children's carnival includes games, an obstacle course, face painting, and more!
- And there will be FREE intro classes for kids and adults in tai chi, yoga, kung fu.
- Plus special Festival discounts!
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Friday, Oct. 23 - Sunday, Oct. 25
Mountain Tai Chi Retreat
Back by popular demand—a Mountain Tai Chi Retreat!
Relax and revitalize your spirit with a weekend of intensive training
in authentic and traditional tai chi, qigong, Zen meditation and
Shaolin yoga under the instruction of
Master Eric Sbarge. The retreat is suitable for beginners or advanced
practitioners, from teens to senior citizens, and is open to the public.
The retreat will be held at the beautiful and historic
YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly in Black Mountain, NC, just
10 minutes from Asheville.
Included are comfortable lodging, meals, plus free time on Saturday evening to
explore downtown Asheville or simply relax on your own in the quiet wooded
mountains.
Click here for pictures from the very first retreat in 1999.
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Register early! Space is limited at this intimate retreat to just
39 registrants, first come, first served:
Double occupancy: $572 public; $472 ACCS students
Single occupancy: $$672 public; $572 ACCS students.
A non-refundable 50% deposit is required to
reserve your spot. Full payment must be received by October 10th.
Here's what previous participants had to say:
"I really enjoyed this. In spite of the sore muscles (which actually are
the good sore to feel) I feel recharged. Thanks for designing a very
fulfilling retreat!"—Ann Gardner
"This retreat exceeded my expectations... the scenery was awesome, perfect
for a retreat."—Dale A. Guadagna
"The location of this retreat couldn't have been any better. I would sign
up again in a hearbeat. While at the end of the retreat I was slightly
sore, I don't think I've ever experienced such a relaxing setting."—Vic
Hammett
"I'm always impressed by the harmonious spirit of such a diverse group of
people. The Blue Ridge Assembly was a great place. Thank you."—David
Crowe
Friday, November 20, 6:30-9 pm
Parents Night Out/Kung Fu Half Marathon
Just 1 days before the adult student's Kung Fu Marathon,
we will hold our first ever Kung Fu Half Marathon for our November Parents' Night Out.
For 2 1/2 hours your children will be physically AND mentally challenged like never before.
And while your children are being pushed to new heights with their kung fu, you can
enjoy a night out!
Saturday, November 21, 9 am-5 pm
All-Day Kung Fu Marathon
Last year's all-day kung fu marathon challenged the participants – but
they all rose to the challenge and got through it and afterward
appreciated how they'd strengthened not just their bodies but also
their minds.
This year's kung fu marathon promises to be even more rewarding. It's
open to all teens and adults in our adult programs (tai chi students
as well as kung fu), plus kids aged 9 and above who are ranked purple
sash and above.
You'll enjoy the challenge of Master Sbarge pushing you all day as you
perfect your 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
Marathon Wall!!!
There is no charge for this event since it is already covered by your
monthly activity fee. However, you must be pre-registered by Thursday,
November 19. Same-day registrations will incur a $30 late fee.
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