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Chanoyu Classes in the Urasenke Tradition
see also:
The Instructors
The UW Chado Course
The living art of Chanoyu brings together many aspects of
traditional and contemporary Japanese culture guided by the
ethics of wabi expressed in the values of modesty, restraint, and
sincerity in accord with the aesthetics of wabi characterized by
impermanence, austerity and rusticity. The Way of Tea uses the
medium of preparing and drinking tea as a vehicle to integrate
body, mind and spirit to provide a pattern for living that is fresh
and vital.
INTRODUCTORY CLASS
This class is for those who are interested in becoming a tea
student by observing a class and meeting teachers and students.
A single class fee is $35. Call (206) 328-6018 to schedule a class.
CONTINUING CLASSES
The continuing classes are for those who have participated in an
introductory class and/or those with prior experience. This class
signifies a commitment to a long-term course of study.
Tuition (gessha) is $300 per quarter for ten weekly classes. Tuition
is due at the beginning of the quarter. If the fees prove to be a
hardship, please let us know so that we can arrive at a solution.
Non-resident single class fee is $35. In addition to tuition,
continuing student fees include annual dues and licenses as
required.
Wed: 10:15AM and 1:00PM
Thu: 10:15AM (2 sections)
Fri: 10:30AM and afternoon by appointment
Sat: 10:15AM (2 sections) and 2:00PM (2 sections)
Sun: 10:30AM
SEE Calendar for updates
ENSEMBLE (SHICHIJISHIKI) STUDY
Ensemble tea classes are offered monthly during regular classes for
continuing students who have studied koicha (thick tea
preparation).
ADVANCED (OKUDEN) STUDY
Advanced classes are offered monthly during regular classes for
continuing students with the requisite qualification.
TEACHER TRAINING
The teacher training is offered to those wishing to teach. Please
contact your instructor for a UW Chado teaching assistant
position.
WORKSHOPS (KOSHUKAI)
Group intensives are offered quarterly throughout the year. The
fee for one day of instruction is $85, including obento lunch.
Qualifications vary according to each program.
Individual intensives are offered throughout the year. Studies are
tailored to meet the objectives of the participant. Room is optional.
SEE Calendar for details.
LICENSES (OMENJO)
Traditional Japanese art forms are transmitted from teacher to
student. Licenses are issued to initiate and mark a student’s
progress. Students with a desire to continue classes may apply for
the beginning Shokyu license. As the student progresses further
licenses will be issued to correspond to the course of study. Please
see the Curriculum for a full description of the various licenses.
License fees vary.
CHAJI FEES
Seattle Branch offers special classes in full-length tea gatherings.
Chaji fees are $50 per half-day of contact hours + food.
ATTENDANCE
Please email the office ahead of time if you will be absent. There are
no make-up classes, but you may attend a class in another
section during the quarter by appointment. If you are going to be
absent for four or more weeks, and paying dues is a hardship,
please discuss payment with your instructor.
CLASS LOCATION
5125 40th N.E., Seattle, WA 98105
FOR DATES see the CALENDAR
see also:
The Instructors
The UW Chado Course
The living art of Chanoyu brings together many aspects of
traditional and contemporary Japanese culture guided by the
ethics of wabi expressed in the values of modesty, restraint, and
sincerity in accord with the aesthetics of wabi characterized by
impermanence, austerity and rusticity. The Way of Tea uses the
medium of preparing and drinking tea as a vehicle to integrate
body, mind and spirit to provide a pattern for living that is fresh
and vital.
INTRODUCTORY CLASS
This class is for those who are interested in becoming a tea
student by observing a class and meeting teachers and students.
A single class fee is $35. Call (206) 328-6018 to schedule a class.
CONTINUING CLASSES
The continuing classes are for those who have participated in an
introductory class and/or those with prior experience. This class
signifies a commitment to a long-term course of study.
Tuition (gessha) is $300 per quarter for ten weekly classes. Tuition
is due at the beginning of the quarter. If the fees prove to be a
hardship, please let us know so that we can arrive at a solution.
Non-resident single class fee is $35. In addition to tuition,
continuing student fees include annual dues and licenses as
required.
Wed: 10:15AM and 1:00PM
Thu: 10:15AM (2 sections)
Fri: 10:30AM and afternoon by appointment
Sat: 10:15AM (2 sections) and 2:00PM (2 sections)
Sun: 10:30AM
SEE Calendar for updates
ENSEMBLE (SHICHIJISHIKI) STUDY
Ensemble tea classes are offered monthly during regular classes for
continuing students who have studied koicha (thick tea
preparation).
ADVANCED (OKUDEN) STUDY
Advanced classes are offered monthly during regular classes for
continuing students with the requisite qualification.
TEACHER TRAINING
The teacher training is offered to those wishing to teach. Please
contact your instructor for a UW Chado teaching assistant
position.
WORKSHOPS (KOSHUKAI)
Group intensives are offered quarterly throughout the year. The
fee for one day of instruction is $85, including obento lunch.
Qualifications vary according to each program.
Individual intensives are offered throughout the year. Studies are
tailored to meet the objectives of the participant. Room is optional.
SEE Calendar for details.
LICENSES (OMENJO)
Traditional Japanese art forms are transmitted from teacher to
student. Licenses are issued to initiate and mark a student’s
progress. Students with a desire to continue classes may apply for
the beginning Shokyu license. As the student progresses further
licenses will be issued to correspond to the course of study. Please
see the Curriculum for a full description of the various licenses.
License fees vary.
CHAJI FEES
Seattle Branch offers special classes in full-length tea gatherings.
Chaji fees are $50 per half-day of contact hours + food.
ATTENDANCE
Please email the office ahead of time if you will be absent. There are
no make-up classes, but you may attend a class in another
section during the quarter by appointment. If you are going to be
absent for four or more weeks, and paying dues is a hardship,
please discuss payment with your instructor.
CLASS LOCATION
5125 40th N.E., Seattle, WA 98105
FOR DATES see the CALENDAR
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| Contact EWCC: 5125 40th Avenue N.E., Seattle, WA 98105 (206) 328 6018 mitchell@urasenkeseattle.org |
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