Autumn Term 2025 - Flow in Chinese Dance: Fan and Ribbon Arts

Chinese fan dance , or the round fan dance originate from the ancient Chinese court. With a Chinese classical charm, this dance shows the implicit beauty and noble and elegant temperament of women.

Round fan dance uses elements of Chinese classical dance movements, absorbing nutrients from traditional Chinese opera.

Chinese ribbon dance is another ancient traditional Chinese art form that incorporates silk ribbon into the dancers movements. This form of dance was so highly regarded and considered so beautiful that dancers would be requested perform this type of dance to emperors.

Let these unique dances from China fully awaken your body and help you to gain inner peace and freedom.

The curriculum for this unique 10-week short course was created by our resident dance teacher and graduate of the prestigious Beijing Dance Academy in China.

This course is aimed at beginners and is ideal for those who are interested in learning about Chinese dance or knowing more about Chinese arts and culture.

DISCLAIMER - If you are undertaking an in-person course please note that we may need to move the course online due to any unforeseen circumstances. Please note no refunds are issued for moving courses online.

Location Richard Hoggart Building, Room 253, Goldsmiths

Do note there will be no classes on during the week of 3rd November.

Host or Publisher Goldsmiths Confucius Institute for Dance and Performance, University of London