Temple of Heaven Baduanjin Class & Meditation

Highlights

• Practice authentic Baduanjin Qigong in the historic Temple of Heaven
• Learn from a professional English-speaking instructor in a small group
• Relax with a Tibetan singing bowl meditation session in a serene setting
• Discover the philosophy of Yin-Yang and the Five Elements
• Receive a printed Baduanjin practice guide to continue learning at home

Description

09:00 | (Meeting Point: Temple of Heaven East Gate) English: Meet your expert instructor and guide at the East Gate of the Temple of Heaven to begin your morning wellness journey. 09:00—09:30 | (Introduction: Philosophy & Preparation) English: Check in and receive your session materials. Your instructor will introduce the royal history of the Temple of Heaven and unveil the core philosophies of Tai Chi, Yin-Yang, and the Five Elements (Wu Xing) for holistic health. A quick gear check and safety briefing will also be conducted. 09:30—09:45 |(Mindful Warm-up) English: Awaken your body and mind among ancient cypress trees. Follow your instructor through a gentle, full-body warm-up focused on breathing and joint mobility to prepare for the Qigong practice. 09:45—10:30 | (Part 1: The First 4 Movements of Baduanjin) English: Dive into the core practice. Your instructor will guide you step-by-step through the first 4 movements of Baduanjin (such as 'Holding up the Sky to Regulate the Triple Burner') to harmonize your internal organs and boost vital energy (Qi). 10:30—10:45 |(Serene Break: Tibetan Singing Bowl Meditation) English: Take a restful break. Immerse yourself in a healing Tibetan singing bowl meditation, letting the cosmic sound vibrations bring you deep relaxation and inner peace. 10:45—11:15 | (Part 2: The Last 4 Movements of Baduanjin) English: Progress to the remaining 4 movements of Baduanjin. These exercises build in sequence, focusing on strengthening the spine, enhancing balance, and aligning body coordination. 11:15—11:45 | (Cultural Insight: Eastern Wellness Wisdom) English: Delve deeper into Chinese culture. Through an interactive presentation of the Bagua diagram and authentic physical items representing the Five Elements (Gold, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth), learn how to apply ancient Eastern wisdom to modern lifestyle and wellness. 11:45—12:00 |(Q&A & Photo Session) English: Enjoy a personalized Q&A session with your instructor for tailored wellness tips. Conclude the experience with a photo group session against the stunning backdrop of the temple's iconic red walls. 12:00 | 行程结束：(Conclusion of Tour) English: The experience concludes. You are free to remain in the park to explore the stunning grounds further at your own leisure or proceed to your next destination in Beijing.

Includes

Professional English-speaking Baduanjin instructor Small-group instruction Tibetan singing bowl meditation session Printed Baduanjin practice guide Traditional Chinese red tea

Excludes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Personal expenses Additional food and beverages

Important Information

• Maximum group size: 5 participants Available daily except Wednesdays Morning session: 09:00–12:00 Afternoon session: 16:00–19:00 Booking required at least 24 hours in advance Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure Passport information is required for Temple of Heaven ticket booking

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund