This is a TCM Culture Holiday in China that combines TCM study workshops, Culture & Arts Workshops, Social activities as well as major historical sights in Beijing and Shanghai.

The program not only provides a unique opportunity for students to learn authentic Traditional Chinese Medicine in one of tope TCM institute in China, but also allow students to learn and experience first hand the Chinese way of life. This includes learning other aspects of Chinese culture & arts, enjoying local activities and visiting famous cultural and historical attractions.

TCM workshops are aimed to focus on fundamental study and training of each topic in Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is ideal for TCM beginners and enthusiasts. And the workshops will be taken place either in the University or at the hotel that students stays. There are seven major classes offered in this trip.

For those who already have TCM background, the contents of the class can be upgraded according to your requirements. Please let us know the background and levels of your group, so the workshops can be arranged in advance.

1. Essentials of TCM
This class introduces the history of Chinese Medicine, basic theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) including: Yin/Yang theory, Five Element theory, Six Evils, Seven Emotions, and Oriental Etiology & Pathology.

2. Diagnostic Methods
This class introduces the four diagnostic methods of TCM including: observation (Wang), audio-olfaction (Wen), inquiry (Wen), and palpation (Qie). Particular focus is paid to pulse and tongue diagnosis. Basic Biomedical Diagnostic Skills will be discussed.

3. Tui Na (Chinese Medical Massge)
In this class, students will explore all the theories, concepts, techniques and indications of Chinese medical therapeutic massage. Students will also study the treatments of the most commonly seen clinical situations.

4. Acupuncture & Moxibustion
This class introduces the meridian systems and acupuncture points of TCM. Students will learn 12 regular meridians, 8 extraordinary meridians, 15 collaterals, and other meridian and collateral pathways.

5. Medical Herbs
This class presents commonly used herbs from the Chinese Materia Medica, including their names, classification, nature, taste, properties, entering meridian, indication, usage, safe and maximum dosage, precautions, contraindications, combinations and preparation.

6. TCM Dietary Therapy
This course introduces to the students Chinese nutrition and diet therapy, which includes the foods and herbs that serve as foods and have therapeutic effects in the prevention and treatment of disease, maintaining or improving health, and prolonging life.

7. TCM Medical Qigong
Medical Qigong (Chi Kung) Therapy is a form of Chinese Energetic Medicine. This class will concentrate on building a comprehensive foundation for Energetic Medicine with a focus on Medical Qigong Therapy and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

TCM Certificate
All participants will be presented with a certificate of the TCM study and training programs attended, which is recognized by the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine.

Visit the top TCM University and Hospital
Students are able to visit the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. The BUCM is considered as one of the famous institutions of higher learning of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in China with the longest history. There are most famous TCM doctors and authorities in science of Chinese medicine as well as maturated teaching systems of TCM in the university. Our students will tour the campus and visit the TCM museum, different departments, laboratories, and also the university hospital. For more information, please click here

Our sightseeing programs provide a great chance for participants to discover China's major historical and cultural attractions. Beijing sights include the Great Wall of China, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Tian'anmen Square and Forbidden City. Henan province excursions include the famous Shaolin Temple, Chen Tai Chi Village and extension trips to Wudang Mountains or Terracotta Warriors are also available. These tours give a chance for participants to experience China's rich unique history and cultural heritage. Admission, transportation and English speaking guides are included in all of the trips.

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A wide range of local and social activities will be organized throughout the trip program including a Peking Duck feast, Chinese Hot Pot night, karaoke night, Chinese teahouse, Peking opera and souvenir shopping. Our dinners and social evenings are fun filled events and are a great way to meet other people from all over the world.

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Culture and arts workshops such as Chinese calligraphy, brush painting, Chinese medicine, traditional musical instruments, making Chinese dumpling etc. are a unique opportunity for students to learn and experience some of China¡¯s traditional skills and crafts. All workshops are taught and demonstrated by professionals of each craft.

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If your group would like to travel to other cities after Beijing Trip. We could offer optional tours to other cities such as the Shaolin Temple, Chen Taiji Village, Wudang Mountains, Terracotta Warriors, Pingyao, Mongolia and Yunnan, Sichuan province etc. these tours are organized by SCIC, and available at different prices. For detailed information please click here

Transportation
Our staff will meet you at Beijing International Capital Airport and will be holding an orange colored SCIC sign to identify them. A trip welcome pack will be handed out to every participant so you can start enjoying your China experience straight away, whilst our staff introduces the program on the coach. We will take you back to the Airport once the trip finished. Our private coach and driver will be provided during your trip in China for safe and pleasant transport to and from the hotels and to every place where the activities take place, such the historical sites, training places, downtown in Beijing and the train station.

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Accommodation
Participants will stay at either 3 or 4 Star hotels depending on the location of the activities taking place during your visit in China. Standard rooms have one double or twin beds, air-conditioning, en suite shower/bath room and satellite television. Some hotels offer facilities such as choice of restaurants and pubs, Health and Fitness club with gym, Jacuzzi, indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, massage, bowling, table tennis and games room. All the accommodation we have selected is generally good condition, with two people sharing a standard room.

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Food & Beverages
All meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) are included in the trip except last two free days. Breakfast in the hotel is generally buffet style with a choice of both Western style and Chinese food, but lunches and dinners in local restaurants are mostly Chinese food. Chinese tea, soft drinks and Chinese beer are served with lunch and dinner and there are plenty of dishes available for vegetarians. If you have special requirements for your meals, please inform us on the registration form in advance. (Plus the wonderful welcome dinner and the farewell party).

Briefing & Orientation
Participants will be given a comprehensive orientation session on the first day of arrival. This briefing will provide all the information about our trip including local map, itinerary, timetable, emergency contact numbers, plus the locations of amenities such as pubs, supermarkets and post office. In addition, participants will be taken on a brief tour around the hotel and then on a more extensive walking tour of the neighborhood so you can orientate yourself and make the most of local facilities.

Flights Information
Our trip programs do not include the return flights from your home country, so flight tickets should be obtained prior by yourself or the group leader or school teacher to departure. This can be done by phoning the airline direct e.g. Air-China, BA or via a travel agencies in your local area. Alternatively tickets can be bought via the Internet (e.g.www.expedia.com).

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Visa Instruction
Chinese visas can be easily applied for 3 months prior to the trip. This can be done by visiting the Visa Office or Chinese Embassy in your home country. We will provide all the information and documents for your visa application. All applicants should submit an application in person or through a third party (e.g. travel agency). If you come to the trip as a group from martial arts schools, the group visa can be arranged either by the group leader or the school teacher.

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Travel Insurance
It is highly recommended that all travelers have adequate travel insurance cover, especially for the purposes of flight cancellation and medical expanses. You will be responsible for arranging it yourself with the insurance companies or travel agencies in your home country.

Dates & Fees
This program is carried out annually in Easter period (March to April) and September to October. For a specific trip dates and fees, please click here

Itinerary
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How to apply
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Inquiries
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