Immerse yourself in the study of Taoist philosophy and wellness.
Studying Taoism and taiji quan (tai chi) is an amazing way to enrich one's life with health, increase one's peace and happiness, and develop greater knowledge and wisdom of how to live in harmony with nature. Both one’s inner nature and the nature around us. There is a lot of information about Daoism that we can gain through books, or by reading on the Internet, but nothing compares to the actual experience of learning the Taoist way in its native land of China, taught by a Chinese Taoist Master. To study under a Taoist Master who is fluent in both Chinese and English is a rare opportunity and privilege for those wishing to learn more about Taoism, taiji, and traditional Chinese culture.
GENERAL INFORMATION REGARDING STUDY AT WUDANG TAOIST WELLNESS ACADEMY
Thank you for your interest in our program. This page provides information regarding our general program, as well as information that may be needed by you if you choose to study at Wudang Taoist Wellness Academy.
1) VISA, INVITATION & INFO NEEDED FROM YOU
For a foreigner who would like to come and stay in China, there are different types of visas:
L-type – Lüyou – tourist – up to 3 months; Issued to those who intend to visit China as a tourist.
F-type – Fangwen – visiting for cultural exchange – 1 to 6 months; Issued to those who intend to go to China for exchanges, visits, study tours and other activities.
X-type – Xuesheng – students – for stays longer than three months;
X1: Issued to those who intend to study in China for more than 180 days.
X2: Issued to those who intend to study in China for no more than 180 days.
If you'd like to stay in Wudang at the Academy, we suggest you request an X2 Visa.
Please check the nearest Chinese Embassy in your country or the website for any updated information.
You do not need an invitation letter for a tourist visa. However, for the X-type visa (to stay for three months) an acceptance letter is required.
For a USD 100 deposit, WTWA can send you a letter of invitation and (if necessary) an admission letter with a confirmation of the length of stay.
We will need the following details for the letter of invitation:
Full name
Gender
Date of birth (DD/DD/YYYY)
Nationality
Passport document number
Expected duration, including expected date of arrival
It is advisable to apply for a visa for the duration of your stay before traveling here. However, if you are unable to obtain a visa for the expected duration, we can assist you in extending your visa if necessary. Please remember to keep track of your visa's expiration date and apply for an extension with the help of the school promptly.
2) WHEN TO COME - MONTHLY COSTS
The WTWA is open year-round. There can, however, be a few different situations that you should consider. For example, from time to time, Master Gu can be invited to other places to give workshops or for various reasons he can not be available.
For this reason, you must consider whether you wish:
a. 15,000 yuan/monthly ------ Taught by Master Gu and his assistant(s).
Master Gu would teach about 40% of the whole content related to training （Around 60% of the training would be tutored by an assistant.） and 100% of the content on cultural exploration.
b. 20,000 yuan/monthly ------ If one insists on being taught totally by Master Gu
c. 10,000 yuan/monthly ------ If taught by another teacher (s) in the absence of Master Gu
d. 6,000 yuan/monthly ------ to attend the school, mainly attracted by the natural surroundings and ideal location, which gives easy access to the many Wudang Taoist temples and palaces. Or your primary purpose is finding peace and tranquility. You do not wish to take tai chi lessons or attend other classes. Of course, some people are in charge of general affairs, helping with your stay.
The price mentioned covers expenses for food, accommodation, and study at WTWA. There may be additional charges c/o the student for those who choose to stay off campus. Some students while studying here, are willing to pay higher to stay in other hostels or villa.
Weather: The most favorable time to visit in terms of weather would be from March to October, but it's difficult to generalize as some people might have only a winter break to travel or may prefer traveling during winter. The lowest temperature in this area during winters can be -5 degrees Celsius (23°F) while during summers, it can go up to 30°Celsius (86°F).
3) WTWA ADDRESS/CONTACT
Wudang Taoist Wellness Academy
No.7, Zixiao Village, Wudangshan Special Region, Danjiangkou City 442714 Hubei Province, P.R. China
Website:
www.taoistwellness.com (Wudang academy)
www.taoistwellness.online (Online academy)
Primary Email (please use this): wudangshining@gmail.com
Secondary Email (only as a backup): 404889854@qq.com
4. WTWA Curriculum — Content
Linguistically Guided Qi Gong taught in the WTWA
Basic training for Beginners
Wudang Taiji 8/9 Form
Wudang Taiji 33 Form
Wudang Taiji 28 Form
Wudang Taiji 13 Form
Wudang Taiji 108 Form
Taiyi Wuxing Quan
Xuanwu Quan
Taoist Health Qi Gong
Sanfeng Taiji Sword 64 Form
Taoist Fuchen
Eight Immortal Staff
Taoist philosophy and culture
Calligraphy
Mandarin
Chinese culture
Basic Traditional Chinese medicine
Musical instruments (guqin and xiao)
As to how much you will learn, one of the above? Some of them? Even more than the listed? It will depend on you. Master Gu and the assistant teacher or associated teacher will create a program with you.
Certificate: some students like to receive a certificate upon completing their program. We issue two kinds of certifications: one is a Completion Certificate, mainly for short-stay learners. The other is a Qualification Certificate for those staying longer than one year or those who obtain a certain advanced level no matter how long or short they stay.
5) ACCOMMODATION & FOOD
Rooms: one to two persons use one room. In one room, there are one to two beds. When there is no other person, you can enjoy staying by yourself; when there is another person, you enjoy having a friend from another part of the globe, your fellow practitioner or shixiong.
However, if you prefer to stay in a single room all the time, you can request this in advance, and we will see if one is available; please be aware that the price for an individual room is higher.
Food: we mainly follow a Taoist diet: 80% vegetables, 20% meat, yin-yang balance, and five-elements theory-guided.
6) HOW TO REACH US – TRANSPORTATION
By plane: the nearest airport is Wudangshan Airport.
By train: the nearest train station reached by high-speed train is Wudangshan West Train Station.
They are both reachable from Beijing West Station or Shanghai.
Once you arrive in Wudangshan, Master Gu will arrange for you to be picked up in our car. So, before your arrival, you will be contacted by Master Gu to set up the arrival and pick-up date/time.
7) PRICE / DEPOSIT / PAYMENT
You can pay monthly. If you can pay in one time for (half) a year, the price becomes averagely lower. You can choose how to pay according to your situation. See the website www.taoistwellness.com for up-to-date prices.
8) BANK INFORMATION
Bank information for your deposit and, if applicable, even the whole tuition
Account number
6217857600029232621
Name of Bank
Bank of China Wudangshan Branch
Address of Bank
No. 2, Taihe Road, Wudangshan Special Region, Hubei Province, P. R. China
Swift Code
BKCHCNBJ600
CNAPS Code
104539109004 (if needed)
Name of the account holder
顾世毅 (Gu Shiyi)
ID number
422601196602053035
Address of the account holder
No. 299, Laoying Community,
Wudangshan Special Region,
Danjiangkou, 442714,
Hubei Province, P.R. China
Institution Name
Wudang Taoist Wellness Academy
No.7, Zixiao Village,
Wudangshan Special Region,
Danjiangkou City 442714
Hubei Province, P.R. China