Pure Indulgence Tea Appreciation ~ "Gong Fu Cha" Chinese Tea Brewing Ceremony
Come experience “Gong Fu Cha”, the Ancient Art of Chinese Tea Brewing Ceremony. Let the Tea Goddess at Divine KapiTea introduce you to a therapeutic experience of moving meditation that would tease your senses and awaken your body, mind and spirit. Immerse yourself in a very relaxing ambience and enjoy a fun and enriching session that will help you appreciate tea drinking to a whole new level!
What is "Gong Fu Cha"?
What does the Tea Appreciation Cover?
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It involves using fine, handmade utensils (miniature teapots and tiny cups) for making and drinking a perfect cup of tea
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​No rigid rules of ceremony or ritual
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Emphasis on camaraderie, expressing care through the relationship between host and guest, & achieving a special meditative state open to the appreciation of the beauty surrounding the Art of Tea
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Additional Information
The workshop covers:
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Appealing to the Historian in you: Interesting Historical Development of Tea Culture
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Becoming a Tea Guru: Getting to know the various kinds of Teas
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Taking care of your Health: Tea and Wellness
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Cultural Exchange: Significance of Chinese “Gong Fu Cha” Tea Brewing / Preparing Tea the Traditional Chinese Way
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Brew Tea like a Pro: Familiarization with the Tea Equipment
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Hands-on Session: Moving meditation - Quietening your mind, tap in to your "chi" energy, promote the flow of life force through your body, mind, and soul.
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Tasting tea like a True Connoisseur: Tea Sampling
Gong Fu Cha Tea Ceremony /
Tea Appreciation Party (Weekends only)
Option A:
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Venue: Location of your choice within the Kapiti Coast (Additional transport cost for location in other parts of the Wellington region)
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Duration: 2 hours
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Total Cost: $250 (cost per head determined by the number of people in your group)
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Advance booking necessary . Please call me at 021 2888 971 to discuss the arrangement.
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A wide selection of teas will be made available for sampling.
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The session includes an interactive and educational tea workshop as well as a relaxing and therapeutic tea ceremony.
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If you would like to have high tea or other food arrangements to be included (at additional cost), the tea ceremony can be conducted at a cafe in Paraparaumu.
Option B:
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Venue: My humble abode in Paraparaumu
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Duration: 2 hours
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Total Cost: $120 (cost per head determined by the number of people in your group, maximum 6 people)
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Advance booking necessary. Please call me at 021 2888 971 to discuss the arrangement.
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A wide selection of teas will be made available for sampling.
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The session includes an interactive and educational tea workshop as well as a relaxing and therapeutic tea ceremony.