SUMMER
CAMP
2017
A unique and exclusive experience in China
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WELCOME TO HUTONG SCHOOL
SUMMER CAMP
DATES
MANDARIN CHINESE CLASSES
Choose between the following dates:
Mandarin Chinese classes will be scheduled from
Monday to Friday, from 9am to 12pm, for a total of
15 hours per week (30 lessons in total). Each class
lasts 50 minutes and is followed by a 10-minute
break (see Summer Camp Program on page 7).
• June 11th – June 25th 2017
• July 9th – July 23rd 2017
• August 6th – August 20th 2017
If you are the organizer of a group tour, we can
customize date and program to fit your group –
giving you a unique and exclusive experience in
China!
Classes are organized in small groups, with a
maximum of 10 students per group. Participants
will be divided in different groups according to their
Mandarin Chinese Level. The course will focus on
the oral practice of everyday situations.
Students who already possess an Intermediate or
Advanced Mandarin Chinese level can participate in
Hutong School’s Intensive Chinese Program. Otherwise, Hutong School will organize private classes 2
hours per day (a total of 20 lessons instead of 30).
Moreover, students will be challenged to practice
what they’ve learned during the sightseeing and
cultural activities organized in the afternoon, aiming
at applying language learning to real life.
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SIGHTSEEING & CULTURAL
ACTIVITIES
Furthermore, the Summer Camp consists of 18
activities, including:
Tours to the Great Wall, Lama and
Sightseeing
Confucius temples, Gulou District,
Cultural
Activities
Introduction to Chinese calligraphy
Recreational
Activities and
Lectures
KTV night, cooking classes, lecture
the Summer Palace, etc.
or to Tai Chi, acrobatic shows, etc.
on “Studying, working and living in
China”, etc.
ACCOMMODATION
During the whole length of the Summer Camp,
students will lodge in a youth hostel based in the
center of Beijing, in the heart of the hutongs of the
Dōngsi District.
Participants will have a single bed in a room of up to
four beds (not mixed).
The hostel is equipped with WIFI (in the lobby and
bedrooms), air conditioning, a restaurant and a
relaxation area, where students can rest and spend
their free time.
The program also includes all meals: breakfast,
lunch and dinner. Breakfast will take place in the
hostel, and other meals will be consumed at the
school or nearby touristic sites.
Restaurants will be chosen in order to ensure that
participants will taste and discover the many flavors
of Chinese cuisine during their stay!
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SUMMER
CAMP
2017
ACROBATIC SHOW
A C T I V I T I E S
Watch in awe as the Chinese acrobat
masters fly through the sky
MAHJONG
PANJIAYUAN MARKET
Learn all the tricks and play the favourite
game of the Chinese people
Discover the art of bargaining and discuss
your way to the cheapest price
CHINESE OPERA
NIGHT TOUR
Enjoy the Chinese musical theater and
learn more about ancient China
Explore Beijing after the sun sets and
absorb the vibrant nightlife
KTV
Have fun and show off your singing talents
during a KTV night
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CAMP
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CLASSES AND TRIPS
CALLIGRAPHY CLASS
COOKING CLASS
TAICHI CLASS
Practice the ancient art of writing and put
your character knowledge to the test
Learn to make your own dumplings,
noodles and more local Chinese delicacies
Put your inner balance to the test and
master the art of Taichi
GREAT WALL
FORBIDDEN CITY
MIGRANT SCHOOL
Hike up the Great wall and see the most
magnificent view with your own eyes
Visit the Imperial Palace and walk where
the Emporers once lived
Spend the afternoon with children at a
local migrant school
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TRANSPORT
PRICES AND NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
All transportation in China is included: round trip
from the airport to the city center, trips to
touristic sites and to the school. The method of
transportation will depend on the destination: public
transport or minibus. Transportation to and from the
airport in the home country is not included and is the
participant’s responsibility.
The Summer Camp is offered at a price of
1980EUR per person.
1.Participants can apply both individually and in groups.
2.For groups of more than 5 people Hutong School offers a
5% discount.
3.For groups of more than 10 people Hutong School offers
a 10% discount.
24/7 SUPERVISION AND ASSISTANCE
Students will enjoy their cultural immersion
hassle-free thanks to our 24/7 organizational support.
A trained supervisor will be at the participants’
complete disposal anytime and accompany the
students during sightseeing, cultural activities and
evening events.
Furthermore, an interpreter will be ready to solve
linguistic and comprehension problems during the
whole duration of the Summer Camp.
Price includes following services:
• Round trip from and to the airport and transportation during the whole stay
• Accommodation
• Meals
• Entrance fee to touristic attractions and
entertainment
• Mandarin Chinese course (30 group lessons
or 20 private lessons)
• Activities organized by Hutong School
• Organizational support and interpreter
during the whole stay
• Medical insurance
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HUTONG SCHOOL
Founded in 2005, Hutong School is nowadays the leading school in teaching
Chinese language, summer camps and internships in China. Every year, we welcome more than
800 students in our schools in Beijing, Chengdu, Hangzhou and Shanghai. Furthermore, we offer
language courses in Brussels, Guadalajara, London, Milan, Moscow, Paris and Sydney.
Among our students are members of prestigious embassies and companies, like the Italian Chamber
of Commerce, the Swiss and Benelux Chambers of Commerce, the French Embassy in China and well-known
companies, such as Peugeot, Bayer, BMW and Microsoft.
Our innovative teaching method particularly suits Western students and makes language learning not only
fun but also very effective. Thanks to the high quality of our orientation service, teaching method and logistic support, we are truly able to offer our students an unforgettable and valuable experience in China. We are
proud that the website Gooverseas.com has rewarded Hutong School’s programs as the “Best Program in
China” for three years in a row.
SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM
DAY
1
MORNING
ARRIVAL
ARRIVAL
AFTERNOON
Airport pick-up and hostel check-in
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Chinese Class
Introduction to Chinese calligraphy
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Chinese Class
Tour to the Forbidden City
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Chinese Class
Introduction to Tai Chi
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Chinese Class
Tour to Gulou District
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Chinese Class
Introduction to Chinese Opera
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ACTIVITY
TRIP TOUR
Trip to the Great Wall
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TRIP TOUR
ACTIVITY
Meeting and activities with a “migrant children” school
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Chinese Class
Tour to the Lama Temple and to the Confucius Temple
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Chinese Class
Cooking Class… enjoy your meal!
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Chinese Class
Tour to the Summer Palace
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Chinese Class
Introduction to Mahjong
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Chinese Class
Learning the art of bargaining with a visit to Panjiayuan market
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Final Day
DEPARTURE
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DEPARTURE
NIGHT
Welcome dinner
“Beijing by night”
Chinese Acrobatic Show
KTV night
Movie night
Lecture on “Studying, working and living in China”
Beijing dinner style:
Beijing duck!
Prepare for departure, relax and exchange contact info
Hostel check out and transportation to the airport
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