Mindful Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience

A gentle introduction to the traditional Chinese tea ceremony, culture, and mindful tasting.



1 hour Class size 2 to 6 guests       £25 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)
This one-hour experience offers a focused introduction to the art and meaning of the traditional Chinese Gongfu tea ceremony, held in the intimate home studio at Flying Bear House in Brighton. Designed as a calm and culturally rooted session, it guides you through mindful tasting, aroma appreciation, and the stories behind each tea.
You’ll explore how traditional tools are used, the intentions behind each movement, and how multiple infusions reveal the character and depth of the tea. Everything is explained clearly and gently, making it ideal for beginners or anyone seeking a grounding, sensory experience.
The small group setting creates a warm, unhurried atmosphere, allowing you to settle into the ritual and connect with the cultural richness of Chinese tea.
What to expect:
  • A guided Gongfu-style tea ceremony featuring three curated teas, tasted through multiple infusions.
  • Learn the traditional brewing tools, techniques, and intentional movements used in Gongfu tea.
  • Cultural context, history, and short stories woven into the tasting experience.
  • Explore aroma, flavour, and sensory awareness across each infusion.
  • A calm, small-group setting with plenty of space to relax and enjoy the ritual.
You’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for Chinese tea culture and the grounding clarity that comes from a mindful tea practice.
What you'll get
  • All teas used in the session include a curated trio of premium loose-leaf teas.
  • Access to full Gongfu tea tools and tasting equipment.
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Nothing is required. Comfortable clothing is recommended.
Location

Flying Bear House, Payne Avenue, Brighton And Hove, Hove

Mindful Chinese Tea Ceremony Experience location
Your teacher

Flying Bear House
Flying Bear House

5.0 (3)
female Women-owned

I’m Claire, a yoga instructor, sound healing and massage practitioner, artist and musician, and the founder of Flying Bear House in Brighton & Hove. After a fast-paced career in corporate and finance, I stepped away to slow down and reconnect with practices that supported my wellbeing. I explored many different approaches before finding my way back to the traditions I grew up with - Chinese tea ceremony, sound and traditional arts - the practices that felt most grounding, familiar and meaningful.
My sessions blend cultural ritual with gentle sensory awareness, offering a calm and accessible way to experience tea, sound and traditional craft. Everything is guided at a steady pace, inviting presence, connection and ease through simple, shared experience.
2026-06-26 15:00:00
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