Lion Dance and Kung Fu Workshop
Sifu Michael Tan and the Chau Luen Athletics team
In this workshop, you'll learn some basic lion dance movements with the experienced instructors at Chinatown's own Chau Luen Athletic Club. You will be able to actually try on the same lion head that their team uses to perform and follow the drum beat that is the heart of the lion dance, giving you a unique cultural experience.
You'll also learn a few basic moves of Choy Lee Fut kung fu, a popular martial art with both technical applications in lion dance and real-world self defence techniques. All skill and fitness levels are encouraged to try it out!
If you enjoy your time in the workshop and want to learn more, you can inquire about the club's free kung fu and lion dance trial classes. You can also speak to anyone at the info booth and play Plinko for a chance to win fabulous prizes.
Workshop Time: 2:00pm
Registration: First come, first served, and you can join in at any time.
Workshop Notes: It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes if participating.
About Chau Luen Athletics
Chau Luen Athletics is Vancouver's best lion dance club and kung fu school based out of Chinatown. The club has been active since 1943 and can trace its martial arts lineage all the way back to 1836. Performing at weddings, for businesses, and engaging with the community, the club aims to showcase, share, and spread traditional Chinese culture to anyone who is interested. In the modern world, this has extended to being one of the most viral lion dance teams in the world, accumulating over 20 million views online.
