Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
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Address578 Carrall StreetVancovuer, British Columbia V6B 5K2 Canada Website |
General ContactSusan MaHead of Education and Programming 604-662-3207 ext. 205 604-682-4008 |
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Our Field Trips
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2012 is the Year of the Dragon! Chinese New Year can be a source of excitement and joy for young children. Together we will explore the colours, symbols and animal tales that make this holiday so lively. We'll go out on a special Chinese New Year scavenger hunt, then enjoy a fortune cookie treat!
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Learn the fascinating stories and traditions of Chinese New Year! Students will help scare away the New Year's beast, take part in a lion dance parade and help tell the story of "The Great Race." Students will leave with a special make n' take Year of the Dragon craft!
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Winter Solstice is a time when the "yin" qualities of darkness give way the "yang" qualities of light. Students will learn about the Chinese traditions of this universal holiday and construct whimsical lanterns which will hang in our Garden on Solstice Night during the Vancouver Winter Solstice Lantern Festival.
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Learn the myths and stories of the traditional Dragon Boat Festival. We will examine life in Ming Dynasty China, explore the history of dragon boats and make individual good luck dragon charms! THEN... Get into action! Let our professional coaches teach students the proper technique of dragon boat paddling. Perfect for all fitness levels. All equipment provided including boats, personal floatation devices and paddles. Program takes place rain or shine.
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Experience an unique form of martial arts taught by a master in a beautiful Chinese garden! Tai Chi involves a series of gentle movements and simple postures which are designed to improve coordination, balance and relieve stress. Perfect for students of all ages and fitness levels.
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Visit Chinatown with one of our local experts! Explore this historic area with its traditional markets, family associations and temples to discover the secrets of this historic neighbourhood.
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A Chinese garden is so much more than a collection of rocks and plants. Let our guide take you through a journey of traditional Ming Dynasty family life, philosophy and mythology. Come to the Garden and discover what lies inside.
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Modern fireworks have their roots in the science and technology of the past. Discovered by a Chinese chef nearly 2000 years ago, this explosive combination of powders has been used in religious ceremonies, festivals and warfare. Following an interactive tour of the Garden, we will discuss the history and composition of fireworks and conclude by making Alka-Seltzer “Chinese fire arrows.”
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“Ni Hao.” Welcome to the home of the scholar and his family in Ming Dynasty China (1368-1644). Through role-play and interactive discussion, we will explore the everyday lives, beliefs and the importance of symbolism in Chinese culture. Students will go on a "hunt for luck" and finish by making cool yin-yang backpack charms.
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What was it like for the Chinese who immigrated to Canada one hundred years ago? Let our immigration story suitcases make this topic come to life as we investigate the lives, stories and artifacts of Chinese immigrants to Vancouver.
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A walking tour of Vancouver's Chinatown designed with younger students in mind! As we stroll down Pender Street, we will explore some famous monuments, review the importance of the colour red and tell stories of Chinese animals. Students and parents will finish by going on a Chinatown Scavenger Hunt.
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What strange animals are hiding within the Garden walls? Together we will explore Chinese culture and learn the significance of animals such as the bat, the dragon and the phoenix and then head out on a Creature Quest scavenger hunt!
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Students will explore how shapes, patterns and texture play an important role in Chinese culture. Using felt board props, we will review the differences between Western and Chinese gardens and finish by making individual “tangram” crafts.
