Children's Calligraphy Course

What are the "three basic abilities" required for writing?

Writing a vocabulary may seem simple, but it requires three primary abilities: muscle perception, visual cognition, and concentration. Muscle perception capabilities include sensory control, such as controlling sitting posture, upper limb joints, grasping with the first three fingers, and hand-eye coordination. Visual cognitive abilities include eye control, spatial recognition, and judgment of subject images and backgrounds. Concentration ability consists of the concentration and patience shown during learning, the ability to follow instructions, and imitate.

How old can children start writing?

Occupational therapists recommend that children K2 (approximately 4-5 years old) can hold a pen and write simple lines, and K3 (approximately 5-6 years old) can start learning to write simple Chinese characters. The small hand muscles of young children are still in the development stage, so learning to write needs to be step-by-step. Initially, you can practice simple lines and write with thicker crayons. We also recommend stimulating the senses through games to cultivate interest in learning.

Issues about children learning to write Chinese characters

• Kids have not yet established concepts such as the direction, size, order, and boundaries of text

• Inflexible writing due to incorrect sitting posture or pen-holding

• Low interest in learning due to mechanical copying

• Holding the pen too hard or too weak

• Limited patience and concentration

4 major course features

  • Step-by-step learning

  • Kid-oriented notes

  • Issue learning certificates

  • Small-class teaching

Course Introduction

Children's Calligraphy Course is a journey of concentration and creativity. It is divided into "Pencil/ Pen Calligraphy Class" and "The Writing Brush Calligraphy Class." Both classes explain how to hold and use the pen to write basic strokes, words, and sentences. Students will write new vocabulary, idioms, and poems and create works according to their learning level. Young children who have never learned Chinese calligraphy are welcome to participate.

Suitable for...

Kindergarten 3 to Primary 6 students (aged 3 to 12）

Learning sequence and options

【 1 Pencil/ Pen Calligraphy Class】Introductory class → Advanced class

If students attend one weekly class, completing the Introductory class takes around two months.*

【 2 The Writing Brush Calligraphy Class】Clerical script → Regular script → Running script

*If students attend one weekly class, learning each Chinese calligraphy style takes 2 to 4 months.

Course details

（1A）Pencil/ Pen Calligraphy Class - Introductory class ★

Target: Beginners
Course Content:
• Learn to hold and use the pen correctly
• Understand the basic strokes and radicals of the Chinese characters
• Practice writing simple works
Schedule: Classes every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, or by individual reservation
Time: Select 1 hr from 12:00 to 18:00
Location: Lai Chi Kok
Number of classes: 6 classes
Fee: HK$250/class, 6 classes total HK$1,500

（1B）Pencil/ Pen Calligraphy Class - Advanced class ★★

Target: Students who completed the Introductory class or advanced students
Course Content:
• Understand the structure of Chinese characters
• Practice writing poetry or lyrics
• Work creation and font aesthetics
Schedule: Classes every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, or by individual reservation
Time: Select 1 hr from 12:00 to 18:00
Location: Lai Chi Kok
Number of classes: 6 classes
Fee: HK$250/class, 6 classes total HK$1,500

（2A）The Writing Brush Calligraphy Class - Clerical script for beginner ★

Target: Beginners
Course Content:
• How to use the calligraphy tools
• Understand the features of Clerical script
• Calligraphy aesthetics and creation of simple works
• Understand the writing style, brushing pen usage, and structure of the Clerical script
Schedule: Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, or by individual appointment
Time: Select 1 hr from 12:00 to 18:00
Location: Lai Chi Kok
Number of classes: 4 classes + 4 classes, 8 classes in total
Fee: HK$250/class, payable once every 4 classes, 4 classes total HK$1,000

（2B）The Writing Brush Calligraphy Class - Regular script for beginner ★

Target: Students who completed the Clerical script beginner class or advanced students
Course Content:
• Understand the features of Regular script
• Calligraphy aesthetics and creation of simple works
• Understand the writing style, brushing pen usage, and structure of the Regular script
Schedule: Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, or by individual appointment
Time: Select 1 hr from 12:00 to 18:00
Location: Lai Chi Kok
Number of classes: 4 classes + 4 classes, 8 classes in total
Fee: HK$250/class, payable once every 4 classes, 4 classes total HK$1,000

（2C）The Writing Brush Calligraphy Class - Running script for beginner ★

Target: Students who completed the Regular script beginner class or advanced students
Course Content:
• Understand the features of Running script
• Calligraphy aesthetics and creation of simple works
• Understand the writing style, brushing pen usage, and structure of the Running script
Schedule: Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, or by individual appointment
Time: Select 1 hr from 12:00 to 18:00
Location: Lai Chi Kok
Number of classes: 4 classes + 4 classes, 8 classes in total
Fee: HK$250/class, payable once every 4 classes, 4 classes total HK$1,000

* Welcome to inquire about other class dates and times. You can make flexible reservations for class dates and times.｜* Trial classes are available, and the trial fee is $270 per class. | * One class per week, one hour each. | * Small class teaching: 2-6 people per class. ｜ *Course in Cantonese or English.

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Student/ Parents' feedback 💬

  • I like Ruby's calligraphy class.

    Howie｜Primary 3 student

  • My child has a very impatient personality. After class, he can take his time and concentrate on writing.

    Ms. Li｜Parent of Primary 4 student

  • After learning calligraphy, Luna became more literate. Ruby is very patient, and Luna loves learning calligraphy from her.

    Michelle｜Parent of K3 student

  • Alva seldom writes Chinese; she knows more Chinese characters; her handwriting has improved since joining the calligraphy class.

    Mr. Lam｜Parent of Year 6 student

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Children born in the digital age have used electronic products, such as mobile phones, computers, and iPads, since childhood. If they spend too much time in contact with electronic products, their concentration on learning will decrease. Learning Chinese calligraphy can free up space and time for children to leave electronic products. By touching paper and pens with their hands, they can reorganize their learning thoughts, effectively improve their concentration, and inspire artistic creativity.

Children's calligraphy class is a place of joy and fun where children can explore the beauty of calligraphy art with curiosity. We invite you to inquire and learn more about the exciting journey your child can embark on.

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FAQ

1. My kid has never studied Chinese calligraphy or has joined similar writing classes in the past. Can I sign up for them?

Yes, the course will guide them in learning Chinese calligraphy from easy to advanced.

2. Do parents need to prepare anything for their children before attending class?

Parents can prepare aprons or sleeves for their children to prevent them from soiling their clothes when writing in calligraphy classes. (Not applicable to hard-tipped calligraphy classes) In addition, we recommend that students wear dark clothes in class.

3. Do I need to bring calligraphy tools to class for my kid?

The studio provides paper, a brushing pen, ink, ink dishes, and calligraphy blankets for students to use in class. However, students have to purchase calligraphy supplies separately for homework and daily practice, as these are not provided by the studio.

4. What is the registration flow?

Please go to "Course" on this website → browse calligraphy course information → click "Sign up now" → fill in the registration form → complete the payment.

If you have any other questions before registration, please DM me on Instagram rubyyip.calligraphy or WhatsApp.

I will reply as soon as possible. Thank you!

5. How many students are there in each class?

Our classes are intentionally small; the number of students is from two to six in each class. This ensures that each student receives the individual attention they need to thrive.

6. Can children receive certificates after completing the course?

Students who achieve 80% or above the attendance rate will receive a certificate as an encouragement. "Pencil/ Pen Calligraphy Class" is calculated in 12 lessons; "The Writing Brush Calligraphy Class" is calculated in 16 lessons.

* No certificate will be issued for the short course (Summer course).