Chinese Tea Ceremony and Calligraphy Workshop

This workshop in Brighton brings together a complete Gongfu-style Chinese tea ceremony and a traditional calligraphy session. It’s a thoughtful way to celebrate Chinese New Year through culture, mindful sensory exploration, and creative expression, offering a calm, enriching experience rooted in centuries-old traditions.

The session begins with a short grounding mini sound bath to help you settle into the space. No prior experience with tea ceremonies or calligraphy is needed. Everything is introduced gently and clearly, with step-by-step guidance throughout. The small group size and relaxed pace make this a welcoming space to slow down, ask questions, and enjoy learning without pressure.

What to expect:

• A full Gongfu-style Chinese tea ceremony, featuring a selection of three premium teas across different tea types, tasted through multiple infusions.

• Learn how flavours, aromas, and effects change with each brew.

• An introduction to Gongfu tea tools, movements, and their cultural symbolism.

• Stories and historical context woven into the tea experience.

• A guided introduction to traditional Chinese calligraphy.

• Exploring the meaning and origins of a Chinese character, from ancient pictograph to modern form.

• Learning basic brush handling and foundational strokes.

• Creating a framed calligraphy artwork to take home!

You’ll leave feeling grounded and inspired, with a deeper appreciation for Chinese tea culture and calligraphy, a handmade piece of art, and the memory of a meaningful, beautifully paced experience.

What you'll get:

• All teas and ceremony tools used in the session, including a curated trio of premium teas.

• Practice paper, quality calligraphy materials, and a framed calligraphy artwork to take home.