Fengyang Tai Chi & Qigong International Instructor Certification Journey (Guangdong, China 2025)
*Exclusive for Dr. Wu's Students*
Program Overview
- **Dates:** November 15 – December 4, 2025 (20 days)
- **Cost:** USD 3,000 per person
- **Eligibility:**
- Open only to Dr. Wu’s students (minimum 1 year of online/offline training)
- Aimed at obtaining international instructor certification in Fengyang Tai Chi & Qigong
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Inclusions
1. **Accommodation:** 3-star or equivalent hotels (double occupancy)
2. **Meals:** Three daily meals (nutritious Chinese cuisine suitable for Tai Chi practice)
3. **Transportation:**
- Domestic travel in Guangdong (high-speed train, coach, and private transfers: Guangzhou → Jieyang → Puning → Chaozhou → Shantou)
- Airport pickup at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
4. **Core Activities:**
- **Apprenticeship Ceremony:** Traditional ceremony at Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine
- **Daily Training Schedule:**
- 07:00–08:00: Advanced Fengyang Tai Chi & Qigong practice
- 21:00–22:00: Q&A and group meditation (30 minutes each)
5. **Cultural Experiences:**
- Visit to a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) wellness center
- Immersive Lingnan cultural exploration: Jieyang, Puning, Chaozhou, Shantou
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Exclusions
1. **International Flights:** Round-trip airfare from New York JFK to Guangzhou CAN
2. **Travel Insurance:** Must be purchased separately (recommended: medical and accident coverage)
3. **Personal Expenses:** Shopping, extra meals, visa fees, etc.
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Detailed Itinerary
**Phase 1: Arrival in Guangzhou (November 15–18)**
- **Nov 15:** Depart from New York JFK
- **Nov 16:**
- Arrive in Guangzhou, check into hotel (near Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine)
- Free time for rest and jet lag adjustment
- **Nov 17:**
- Visit TCM wellness center (experience acupuncture, cupping, and massage)
- Afternoon orientation and icebreaker activities
- **Nov 18:**
- **Apprenticeship Ceremony** at Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine (certificate presentation)
- Evening celebration banquet
**Phase 2: Lingnan Cultural Immersion (November 19 – December 3)**
- **Nov 19:** Depart via high-speed train to Jieyang, beginning the cultural journey
- **Jieyang:** Visit Jinxian Gate and Jieyang Confucian Temple; experience Teochew dim sum culture
- **Puning:** Explore herbal markets; study TCM dietary therapy integrated with Tai Chi
- **Chaozhou:** Internship at Chaoshan Orthopedic Hospital (Dr. Wu as honorary dean); visit Guangji Bridge and Paifang Street; study "Qi flow" in Chaozhou embroidery
- **Shantou:** Discover Xiaogongyuan historic district; sunrise Qigong on Nan’ao Island
Daily Schedule:
- Morning: Cultural tours and exchanges with local masters
- Afternoon: Advanced Tai Chi training in natural settings
- Evening: Group reflection and meditation sharing
**Phase 3: Return & Certification (December 4)**
- **Dec 4:** Return to Guangzhou; transfer to Baiyun Airport for U.S. departure
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Chaozhou Day: Chaoshan Orthopedic Hospital Internship
**Date:** November 25, 2025
- **Morning:** Hospital Observation
- 08:30: Depart hotel for hospital
- 09:00–12:00:
- Observe bone-setting techniques, herbal poultice applications, and rehabilitation acupuncture
- Case study: Integrating Tai Chi principles into TCM rehabilitation
- Special session: Dr. Wu’s lecture *"The Role of Qi in Musculoskeletal Healing"*
- **Afternoon:** Tai Chi & Culture
- 13:00–15:00: Tai Chi for joint rehabilitation in Qingtian Park
- 15:30–17:30: Visit Guangji Bridge and Chaozhou Embroidery Museum (explore "Qi and Harmony" philosophy)
- **Evening:** Reflection
- 19:00–20:00: Group discussion on applying orthopedic insights to Tai Chi instruction
Key Notes
1. **Hospital Guidelines:**
- Observation only (no hands-on practice; liability waiver required)
- English translation provided
2. **Attire:**
- Hospital visits: Closed-toe shoes and modest clothing (no sleeveless tops)
- Tai Chi: Loose practice attire
3. **Safety:** No photography in medical areas to protect patient privacy
Important Reminders
1. **Visa:** Apply for Chinese tourist visa in advance (allow 1 month processing)
2. **Packing:** Bring practice clothes, sneakers, notebooks, etc.
3. **Weather:** Average 15–25°C; pack light layers and jackets
4. **Health Disclosure:** Notify organizers of any medical conditions
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Registration & Inquiries
- **Deadline:** August 31, 2025 (20 slots, first-come basis)
- **Contact:**
- Dr. Wu (U.S.): +1 860-310-5438 / (China): +86 13509038396
- Assistant Email: drwu@fengyangtcm.com (Subject: *"2025 Guangdong Certification Tour"*)
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*This journey blends advanced Tai Chi training, TCM wisdom, and Lingnan culture, transforming theory into embodied mastery and传承 (inheritance). Join us to become a certified guardian of this ancient art!*