Extracurricular Classes
Our Extracurricular Classes are open to members of the public, as well as students and staff.
Language Classes for Mandarin Chinese are held every term. We have multiple classes to suit any level of ability.
We also offer additional classes in:
- Tai Chi,
- Wushu,
- Traditional Calligraphy and Painting.
These additional classes are subject to teacher availability, and may not be available every term.
Language classes
Weekly Mandarin language classes, open to members of the public, as well as University staff and all students.
Mandarin Language classesLancaster Chinese weekend classes for children
Learn about Chinese language and culture!
Sundays, 10am-12pm at The Confucius Institute
For children aged between 5-11 years old.
Beginner and advanced classes available. Please note: These classes are designed for children whose first language is not Chinese.
The registration deadline for these classes has now passed. If you would like to register your child for these classes, please email ci@lancaster.ac.uk.
Calligraphy & Painting
Chinese calligraphy (shū fǎ) and painting (guó huà) emphasize motion and are charged with dynamic life.
Chinese calligraphy and paintingTai Chi
Whenever possible, we seek to offer non-contact lessons in various forms of Tai Chi and Wushu. These are styles of traditional Chinese martial arts, which have become an integral part of popular Chinese culture.
Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art practiced for both its health benefits and defence training which has its roots in Taoism.
Registration for Summer term Tai Chi classes for beginners is now available.
Cultural classesWushu
Please note: We are not currently offering Wushu classes.
Whenever possible, we seek to offer non-contact lessons in various forms of Tai Chi and Wushu. These are styles of traditional Chinese martial arts, which have become an integral part of popular Chinese culture.
Wushu, or Kongfu, was a system of codified practices and traditions of training for combat.
Wushu