Life At The Centre
Free Time At The Centre
On the weekend and during holiday time, most students go on trips to Beijing or the local supermarkets for shopping. One highlight about the centre is its close proximity to Beijing. It is easy for students to take day trip's to Beijing. If you travel to Beijing by car, it should take about 1.5 to 2 hours. If you take a train, it should take about 2 hours. If you take a bus, it should take about 3 hours. There are also many other cities and attractions in and around Baoding city, so you won't be struggling to entertain yourself.
During your free time at the centre, because we are in the North Shaolin Temple, students can join the Buddhist studies and use the mediation room for personal meditation and contemplation. Students are also able to explore the North Shaolin Temple and learn its history. There are also lots of fun Chinese games for students to play and enjoy.
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Extra Courses
We also offer extra courses for students to attend in their free time. The extra courses include Chinese language, Chinese calligraphy, Chinese music, Chinese dance and Chinese cooking, etc. Some courses are free for all our students, but there are some courses which you have to pay additional costs for. For more information about our extra courses, please speak to our staff or contact us.
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Communications - Telephone, Mail and Internet
The centre has connected computers in the office that students can use to check their emails. If students wish to bring their own laptop, the centre has wireless connectivity in designated areas. There is also an office phone that can be used to receive calls. International calls can be made on pay phones using coins or a phone card. With regards to sending mail, using the nearest post office to send and receive mail from America and European countries, may take around a week or two to arrive. Parcels may take a little longer.