Events

Events at the Liverpool Confucius Institute

This page displays regular events organised by the LCI and is updated regularly so please watch this space.

 

Traditional Chinese Dancing 中国古典舞主题
Mondays 3-4pm 
126 Mount Pleasant, L69 3GR

  • 17th February – Body Rhythm Elements 身韵（八大元素 Eight Key Elements）
  • 24th February - Body Rhythm Elements身韵（旁提 Páng Tí – Side Lift）
  • 3rd March - Body Rhythm Elements 身韵（横拧 Héng Nìng – Horizontal Twist）
  • 10th March - Body Rhythm Elements身韵（头眼手组合– Head, Eyes, and Hands Combination）
  • 17th March - Body Rhythm Elements身韵（晃手Huǎng Shǒu – Hand Shake）
  • 24th March - Body Rhythm Elements 身韵（盘手Pán Shǒu – Hand Twirl、穿手Chuān Shǒu – Hand Through (or Passing Hand）
  • 31st March – Body Rhythm Elements 身韵（云手Yún Shǒu – Cloud Hands）
  • 28th April – Body Rhythm Elements 身韵（摇臂Yáo Bì – Arm Shake）
  • 5th May – Body Rhythm Elements 身韵（云间转腰Yún Jiān Zhuǎn Yāo – Cloud-Style Waist Turn）
  • 12th May– Body Rhythm Elements身韵（风火轮Fēng Huǒ Lún – Wind and Fire Wheel）

Notice: The first Chinese Classical Dance class on February 17, 2025, will be a trial session. We warmly invite everyone to join and experience the charm of traditional Chinese culture. Please remember to wear comfortable dance shoes and loose-fitting clothing.

Wushu Classes
Mondays 4-5pm 
126 Mount Pleasant, L69 3GR

Please note these weekly classes will restart on Monday 17th February 2025. Join one of our weekly Monday Wushu classes. Sessions shall focus on learning different Chinese Wushu/Kung Fu basic movements. 

Traditional Chinese Painting国画主题
Wednesdays 3-4pm 
126 Mount Pleasant, L69 3GR

  • 19th February - Plum Blossoms国画梅花
  • 26th February -Chinese Painting of Orchid国画兰花
  • 5th March - Chinese Painting of Bamboo国画竹子
  • 12th March - Chinese Painting of Chrysanthemum国画菊花
  • 19th March - Chinese Painting of Peony国画牡丹
  • 26th March - Chinese Painting of Lotus国画荷花
  • 2nd April – Chinese Painting of Hibiscus国画芙蓉
  • 30th April – Chinese Landscape Painting国画山水画
  • 7th May – Chinese Landscape Painting国画山水画
  • 14th May – Chinese Landscape Painting 国画山水画

Notice: The first Chinese Traditional Painting class on February 19, 2025, will be a trial session. We warmly invite everyone to actively participate and experience the charm of traditional Chinese painting.

Language Exchange 汉语角
Wednesdays 4.30-6pm 
126 Mount Pleasant, L69 3GR

Join us every Wednesday during term time to learn about different areas of Chinese culture from food to art to celebrations.

  • 5th February - Chinese New Year Celebrations 新年庆典 - Explore the customs and significance of Chinese New Year.
  • 12th February - Introductions and Greetings 介绍与问候 - Learn how to introduce oneself and basic greetings.
  • 19th February - Dining Out in China 在中国外出就餐 - Practice ordering food and discuss dining etiquette.
  • 26th February - Public Transportation in China 中国的公共交通 - Learn phrases for navigating various transport options.
  • 5th March - Shopping in China 在中国购物 - Role-play shopping scenarios, including how to bargain.
  • 12th March - Chinese Family Values 中国家庭价值观 - Discuss family structures and relationships in Chinese culture.
  • 19th March - Chinese Historical Figures 历史人物 - Learn about influential figures and their contributions to Chinese history.
  • 26th March - Education in China 中国的教育 - Compare educational systems and discuss student life in China.
  • 2nd April -Visiting a Doctor in China 在中国就医-Learn how to describe symptoms and understand basic health-related vocabulary. Discuss differences in Western and traditional Chinese medicine.
  • 29th April - Trends in Chinese Pop Culture 中国流行文化趋势 - Discuss popular music, films, and celebrities.

Tai Chi Classes
Fridays 12-1pm
126 Mount Pleasant, L69 3GR

Please note these classes will restart on Friday 14th February 2025. Join us every Friday for Tai Chi with our Tai Chi expert, Master Chen. 

All events are FREE to attend.