THE HEART OF TEA - Level 1 : FUNDAMENTALS COURSE

Five remarkable days filled with tea knowledge, experience and wisdom that will overflow into every aspect of your life

NEXT START DATE: APR 7TH

DURATION: 5 DAYS

Enter a profound journey into the world of tea with our immersive 5-day course. 
In the Heart of Bali, Ubud, in the one of the most beautiful Tea Houses in the world.
This course transcends mere education, inviting you to explore the intricate tapestry of tea's history, culture, and timeless wisdom.
Learn the fundamentals of tea practice through expertly crafted lessons and hands on activity.
Picture yourself delving into the philosophy of tea ceremonies, where every graceful movement becomes a meditation, and every shared moment a celebration of unity. As you study the alchemy of water and leaves, you'll master the art of tea preparation…at the same time master yourself. 

Every journey has a beginning.
Let your Tea journey begin with us.

IN THIS COURSE YOU WILL LEARN

• Taste over 22 varieties of organic, premium teas
• How to perform three styles of tea ceremony
• You will visit a local biodynamic tea farm and craft your own tea from fresh leaves
• How to distinguish the main types of tea and their processing methods
• How to select and use the appropriate teaware
• How to integrate tea as a practice of self-cultivation, mindfulness, and self-mastery
• How to apply the aesthetic principles of tea to your daily life
• Connection with tea community

By the end of this course, you will receive a certificate of completionand have the opportunity to serve tea at upcoming Dragon Tea Temple events. You will also have access to a group chat and community with support from your teacher for all your tea questions. Most importantly, you will gain practical wisdom and spiritual insight for life.

Check out some highlights from the previous course
This isn’t merely about tea. It’s about awakening your senses, cultivating mindfulness, and nurturing an unbreakable connection to this ancient elixir. The cup you hold in your hand will soon become a vessel for profound insights, exquisite flavors, and a renewed perspective on life.

Program

• DAY 1 Monday

8-11 AM 
Lesson 1: The Path of Tea
Learn the origin and history of tea and discover your own journey with tea

1-4 PM 
Lesson 2: Seven Genres of Tea
Learn about the seven main types of tea (white, green, yellow, wulong, red, black, pu'er) and understand how they are made and their history and origin

• DAY 2 Tuesday

8-11 AM 
Lesson 3: 5 Elements of Tea
Learn the best water for tea and the best way to heat it. Also learn about how to choose and utilize the best teaware

1-4 PM 
Lesson 4: Tea Preparation
Learn the fundamentals of tea preparation to start making delicious tea for yourself and others

• DAY 3 Wednesday

8 AM - 4 PM 
Lesson 5: Tea in Indonesia,
Trip to Tea Farm
Visit a biodynamic organic tea Farm here in Bali and see first hand the cultivation and processing of sustainable tea

• DAY 4 Thursday

8-11 AM 
Lesson 6: Cha Dao, The Way of Tea
Learn a traditional tea ceremony and explore the spiritual and philosophical side of living a life with Tea

1-4 PM 
Lesson 7: Setting The Tea Table
Learn the fundamental elements to create a beautiful ChaXi - tea stage for serving tea

• DAY 5 Friday

8-11 AM 
Lesson 8: Sensory Analysis of Tea
Your first step to becoming a tea sommelier. Learn to evaluate tea like a professional

1-4 PM 
Lesson 9: Tea as Medicine
Learn to utilize tea for your own health and well-being

Location

Dragon Tea Temple, Bali's newest and most beautiful place for tea practice and enjoyment. It’s a place where high quality design meets simple practicality. It’s a fusion between Chinese Zen and Japanese Wabi-Sabi.

Facilitators

BARRY BOULLON Teacher

• 24 years professional working experience in the tea industry
• Tea shop owner in Healdsburg, California and Ubud, Bali
• Travel to Yunnan, China in 2010 to study, practice and source tea
• 7 years professional working experience as an instructor in yoga and culinary arts

Barry’s structured and humorous teaching style is clear and easy to understand.

Barry's wealth of information combined with his talents make him a truly amazing human being and his passion for tea and teaching will be perceived in the first cup of tea he serves you.

Price

Next Start Date: APR 7TH

Early bird : IDR 8 mil until Mar 24th
Full Course : IDR 9 mil