Date: Nov 15th - Dec 4th, 2025

Exclusively to 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  

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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  

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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!