Jing Ying

Chinese New Year 2011
Year of the Rabbit

For 2011, the Lunar New Year begins on Thursday, February 3 and the celebration lasts for two weeks. The Jing Ying Institute of Kung Fu & tai Chi is hosting its "Weeks of Workshops and Celebrations"  to help usher in the Year of the Rabbit.

Check back frequently as workshops are still being added!

These events are open to the general public and do not require any previous experience. We recommend that you register in advance for any workshops you would like to attend. You may register at the door, but it will be on a "space-available" basis. We recommend that you arrive 10 to 15  minutes early to any events to check in or register as needed.


Saturday, January 29, 2011

Cleaning Celebration from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm (following our monthly test). Before Chinese New Year starts it is important to clean in preparation for the new year. We clean away any bad luck left over from the previous year and make room for good luck coming in for the new year. This is for students, their family, and friends of Jing Ying. Come help your school get ready for the new year. Bring your favorite cleaning tools. We will have pizza and drinks afterwards.   


Saturday, February 5, 2011

Free Open House with refreshments and entertainment from noon to 2:30 pm. Bring your friends and family to enjoy the fun.

Lion Dance Performance at noon, followed by demonstrations of Tai Chi, Kung Fu forms and weapons.

Free Introductory Kung Fu Class from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm. Learn about the Chinese Martial Art of Kung Fu. Suitable for beginners of all fitness levels with no experience in martial arts as well as those who have studied other martial arts. The class will cover background information, exercises, basic techniques and more. If you are curious about Kung Fu and have wanted to give it a try, now's your chance!  

Free Kung Fu Workshop
Price: Free

Monday, February 7, 2011

Hopping into the Year of the Rabbit:
5 Easy Tips for a Prosperous New Year

Feng Shui workshop from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm with Yarrow. Find more info on Yarrow at www.FengShuiattheBay.com

Free Feng Shui Workshop
Price: Free

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Ancient Wisdom of Self Healing Massage

from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm with Dr Fang of Annapolis. Dr Fang is a highly respected medical doctor trained in western and Chinese medicine.

Free Self Healing Massage Workshop
Price: Free

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Tea Tasting: from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Presented by The East West Tea Emporium in Annapolis, and led by Lynayn Mielke, a tea professional with Level III Certification from the Specialty Tea Institute. You’ll get to try several teas from China, learn about their proper preparation, and learn about their health benefits. The session size is limited to 30 people and registration of $10 is required in advance. No refunds will be given for cancellations less than 48 hours before the event. Use the link below to register on-line. For more information or to register by phone, call the Jing Ying Institute at 410-431-5200. Call Lynayn Mielke at 410-353-7727 for additional information about the tasting.

Tea Tasting Workshop
Price: $10
 

Friday, February 11, 2011

Traditions of the Chinese New Year, Workshop for Children from noon to 1:00 pm. Learn more about Chinese culture with information about Lunar New Year Traditions. You may get to sample some traditional treats or even try your hand at Lion Dance. Presented by Wendy Ng. Free

Chinese New Year, Homeschoolers Workshop
Price: Free

Chinese Calligraphy workshop from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Learn basic brush strokes and characters from Chinese Calligraphy. We supply paper, ink and brushes for use during class. Presented by Wendy Ng. Space is limited and there is a $5.00 registration fee. Stay for the free tai chi workshop afterwards!

Chinese Calligraphy Workshop
Price: $5

Free Beginners Tai Chi, 18 Movement Form workshop from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Practice silk-reeling exercises and basic tai chi movements. Discover how this ancient and low-impact form of exercise promotes joint health, improves flexibility and strength, helps with arthritis and diabetes and increases bone density. Instructional DVD available for purchase.

Tai Chi Workshop
Price: Free

Monday, February 14, 2011

Free Tea, Tai Chi, and Chocolate Valentine's Day workshop from 11:00 am to noon. Practice silk-reeling exercises and basic tai chi movements. Discover how this ancient and low-impact form of exercise promotes joint health, improves flexibility and strength, helps with arthritis and diabetes and increases bone density. Bring a friend and enjoy some tea and chocolate too.

Valentine's Day Tai Chi Workshop
Price: Free



Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Free Self-defense Workshop for Women from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. This will be geared for teens and adults. Learn basic skills for avoiding trouble and protecting yourself. The workshop will start with a discussion on safety to help you avoid trouble. That will be followed with a lesson on escape techniques for situations you weren't able to avoid. Finally, self-defense techniques will be covered for fighting back when you aren't able to escape easily.

   

Free Women's Self-Defense Workshop
Price: Free

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Free Introductory Kids Kung Fu Class from 4:00 pm to 5:00pm. Suitable for children from 5 to 10, this workshop will include an introductory lesson in Kung Fu, will provide information on Chinese New Year, and  will teach some of the basics of Chinese Lion Dance.  A child-size lion head is available for the kids to use along with drums, cymbals and a gong. Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in.

  

Free Intro Kids Kung Fu Class
Price: Free