http://www.thebeijinger.com/classifieds/general/Services/General/Areas/Sanlitun/feed RSS feed for the Beijinger Classifieds xx http://www.thebeijinger.com/classifieds/2012/02/06/Chinese-Calligraphy-Painting-Classes <p>Happy Dragon year!</p> <p>Chinese calligraphy, as a unique form of Oriental culture, graphically, it is comparable to painting in its ability to express emotion through a rich variety of form and design. As an abstract art, it displays the rhythmic and harmonious flow of mind. </p> <p>Chinese art, and in particular, Chinese painting is highly regarded around the world. Chinese painting can be traced to as far back as six thousand years ago in the Neolithic Age when the Chinese have started using brushes in their paintings. Chinese art dates back even earlier than that. </p> <p>Do you want to explore these beautiful yet mysterious forms of art? Welcome to join in!</p> <p>About me, I started my Calligraphy and Painting practice since the age of 5. And have won over 100 awards so far. My teaching started about 4 years ago, and my students came from all over the world. I speak English in my classes usually, but sometimes according to my students' needs, I also talk to them in Chinese, which is beneficial for their Chinese improvement at the same time. I also speak some Italian and German.</p> <p>I am looking forward to meeting you!</p> <p><a href="http://www.thebeijinger.com/classifieds/2012/02/06/Chinese-Calligraphy-Painting-Classes">read more</a></p> General Sanlitun-三里屯 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:33:53 +0800 Fiona S 1417368 at http://www.thebeijinger.com http://www.thebeijinger.com/classifieds/2012/01/27/Aikido-Authentic-Aikido-in-Beijing <p><strong>兵法 は 術 に 非ず, して道 なり (Heihou wa jutsu ni arazu, shite michi nari)<br /> - Martial arts is a Way, not a technique</strong></p> <p>Learn the martial art Aikido (合気道) from the highest ranking, only Japan-trained black belt instructor in Beijing (5th degree) - a direct student of the art's founding Ueshiba family with 26 years experience.</p> <p>Beijing Aikikai is dedicated to the study of Aikido in the tradition of (and directly linked to) the Aikikai World Headquarters (Hombu Dojo) in Tokyo. Created by legendary master Ueshiba Morihei from traditional samurai fighting arts of sword, spear and jiujutsu, Aikido can be translated as "the Way of harmony with the force of nature".</p> <p>Throws, locks, pins and striking techniques plus traditional weapons training (sword, staff, knife) offer not only effective single and multi-attacker self defense but serve as a path for unifying and polishing the body, mind and spirit, which will benefit your daily life. This is the Way of Aikido!</p> <p>Classes are offered Monday, Wednesday from 6 pm, Tuesday and Thursday from 7:30 pm and Saturdays from 2-4 pm - on the best mats in Beijing. Everyone is welcome.</p> <p><a href="http://www.thebeijinger.com/classifieds/2012/01/27/Aikido-Authentic-Aikido-in-Beijing">read more</a></p> General Sanlitun-三里屯 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:39:07 +0800 beijing_aikido 1411095 at http://www.thebeijinger.com