CHINESE CULTURE AND LANGUAGE CAMP
Take your Chinese cultural and language studies to a whole new level! Explore subjects like history, paper-making, traditional clothing, calligraphy, tea and martial arts in historic cities like Beijing, Luoyang, and more!
With language teachers, local artists, field experts, and IDEAS counsellors, as well as a group of diverse campers, you will gain the most engaging, educational, rewarding and unique Chinese cultural experience!
CAMP 1
Luoyang (Middle School)
Immersive Museum Experience | Food Culture | Tri-Color Pottery Art
Why this camp?
1. Historically immersive experience, from the Xia to Tang dynasty.
2. Living and learning multicultural exchanges with local Chinese campers.
3. Special experiences: ancient paper-making, bronze-making, intangible heritage handicrafts, traditional clothing and makeup, traditional Tang Dynasty dessert-making, etc.
Location
Luoyang, China
Language
English, Chinese
Age Range
12 to 14 years old
Duration
7 days
CAMP 2
Luoyang (High School)
Archaeological Experience | In-Depth Cultural Visits | World Cultural Heritage | Language and Literature
Why this camp?
1. Explore the ancient capital and "time travel" through 5000 years of oriental civilization.
2. Meet traditional handicraft artists and shopkeepers for in-depth conversations and experiences.
3. Special experiences: Chinese culture (music, poetry, painting, tea), archaeological simulations, cultural relic restoration, mural painting, Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang Museum, Ancient Tomb Museum, etc.
Location
Luoyang, China
Language
English, Chinese
Age Range
15 to 18 years old
Duration
10 days
CAMP 3
Beijing
Royal Ancient Gardens | Hutong Culture | World Cultural Heritage
Why this camp?
1. Exploration of royal culture in the Ming and Qing dynasties.
2. Bike trip around Beijing: ride through traditional hutongs, and enjoy local snacks and scenery.
3. Special experiences: cultural visits (Ming Tombs, Palace Museum, the Great Wall), Beijing opera, Chinese embroidery, etc.
Location
Beijing, China
Language
English, Chinese
Age Range
15 to 18 years old
Duration
10 days
