Chinese Programs
Germantown Academy offers public language and activity classes for adults and children as part of our Confucius Classroom program. Our selections for 2019-20 include adult Tai Chi and Intro to Mandarin classes as well as Mandarin Chinese for Business.
Details and Registration
Tai Chi, Intro to Mandarin, and Mandarin Chinese for Business are each offered for Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons at Germantown Academy.
Registration for Chinese Programs takes place on the ACTIVE Network. If you already have an ACTIVE account, please login before adding programming. If you are new to ACTIVE, see our instructions for new users.
Intro to Mandarin
A perfect complement to our adult Tai Chi class, Intro to Mandarin provides a small class environment with other students new to the Mandarin language. A professional teacher introduces Mandarin words and phrases while highlighting China's rich culture and history.
Saturdays, 11am – 12:30pm
Ages 12 and up
Spring: April 4 – June 6 (10 classes)
Register for Intro to Mandarin
Mandarin Chinese for Business
In Mandarin Chinese for Business, adults will learn common Mandarin phrases and scenarios of business and negotiation. Students will also learn about Chinese business culture and etiquette, and the needs of businessmen and women who work in Mandarin speaking companies. The first three weeks will be spent learning basic Chinese symbols and speech, and the final 5 weeks are centered around learning Chinese culture and Mandarin for business conversations.
Wednesdays: 6:30pm – 8pm
Ages 18 and up
Spring: April 1 – June 3 (10 classes)
Register for MANDARIN CHINESE FOR BUSINESS
Tai Chi
Tai Chi, otherwise known as Tai Ji Quan, is one of the most famous and popular branches of Chinese Martial Arts. Anyone can practice Tai Chi as a way to stay fit and mentally focused.
Students will learn Zhang Style Tai Chi Gong, which is a combination of Tai Chi and Qi Gong. Like Tai Chi, one of the principles of practicing Tai Chi Gong is to "relax and concentrate." Through Tai Chi Gong practice, students will learn how to circulate Qi, how to release energy to different parts of the body, and understand the hidden martial arts applications of this discipline.
Tai Chi Adult Class
Saturdays, 9:30am – 11am
Ages 18 and up
Spring: April 4 – June 6 (10 classes)
Kung Fu for Kids
Kung Fu is one of the most popular martial arts in the world, and is a great exercise for discipline, concentration, flexibility, and balance.
Kung Fu Kids Class
Saturdays, 11:30am – 12:30pm
Spring: April 4 – June 6 (10 classes)
Chinese New Year and Spring Festival Celebration
Saturday, February 8, 2020
Free and open to the public
All are welcome to attend the 10th annual Chinese New Year and Spring Festival Celebration, held on GA's campus in the Honickman Auditorium and Dining Room. Students in GA's curricular and public Chinese classes, along with special guests, will perform songs, dances, and skits. Kid-friendly activities like calligraphy and a tea ceremony complement a delicious Chinese buffet. Plan to join us for this exciting event!
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Questions about Chinese Programs?
Please email the Director of Community Chinese Programs Susan Xuan .