tea for
workspaces
We believe that tea is a gesture of kindness, a medium for open conversation and closeness,
and that it is a universal language.
and that it is a universal language.
“Come to my house and have some tea” is the most commonly used greeting back in the mountains of Guizhou where I grew up. To me, tea is an invitation for an open dialogue, a space for togetherness and union, it can be as casual as an informal invitation for gathering, as informative as a lecture, as useful as a medicine, or it can bring profound meanings philosophically and spiritually. Through tea, my perceptions are constantly challenged in order to embrace change and connect with my intuition, guiding me on the journey of learning about myself, others and life.
The more I have learnt about tea, the more I find to discover. The opportunity to keep on learning is never-ending. I have created these workshops to share my learnings over the years and I hope the gesture of tea will connect you with yourself and others around you, and that the benefits and wisdom of tea will be of assistance for you and for your journey beyond.
Untold stories of tea and its 2,500 years of history. We share everything we know about the endangered ancient craft of tea-making, from indigenous tea rituals to brewing secrets. See why wild tea is a wonderful medium for making connections.
Using tea as a vehicle, we share the ancient Eastern philosophy of “knowing yourself” and “staying relaxed” to help individuals in organisations to find calmness, joy and space and to achieve optimum mental health and work performance.
Tea and kung fu go hand-in-hand throughout Chinese history.Partnering with the Wing Tsun Master Sifu Julian Hitch, we bring insight from the Eastern philosophies and wisdom and share the secret of “winning
not fighting”.
In China, doing business is never just about the business itself. Having worked across Asia as entrepreneur, ambassador and consultant and is now a resident in London for 11 years, Rui is the expert in bridging the gap and helping you gain insight into the subtlety of business etiquette and mentality between two cultures.
We share the untold stories of tea that has been unknown to the rest of the world and its 2,500 years of history. We share everything we know about the endangered ancient craft of tea-making, from indigenous tea rituals to the secret of a brew that never bitters. We share the physical and mental health benefits of wild tea compared to plantation farmed tea. We share our stories, our passion and our love for nature and craftsmanship, we believe tea to be a wonderful medium for making a connection
WHAT'S INVOLVED:
A typical Tea Experience covers but not limited to:
- 4 teas from 400 - 1,500 years old wild trees
- Ancient Tea Ritual through 5 senses
- Health benefits of wild, ancient & indigenous tea
- Your personal tea choice diagnose
- Practical tips on applying tea to suit your individuality
80 mins. Minimum of 8 people (For larger groups please get in touch)
£520 + 12.5% service
Tristan Hogg - Managing Director / Co-Founder, pieminister limited
Using tea as a vehicle, we share the ancient Eastern philosophy of “knowing yourself” and “staying relaxed” to help individuals in organisations to find calmness, joy and space and to achieve optimum mental health and work performance.
WHAT'S INVOLVED:
A typical well-being workshop covers but not limited to:
- 5-organs nourishment exercise
- Your individualistic Yin & Yang Diagnose
- 4 teas to suit your individual needs
- Destress through senses
- Physical, mental and spiritual benefits of wild tea
- Practical application for longevity
80 mins. Minimum of 8 people (For larger groups please get in touch)
£680 + 12.5% service
Paul Armstrong - Writer for Forbes. Digital Strategist. Advisor. NED.
Tea and kung fu go hand-in-hand throughout Chinese history, such synergy is reflected in the application of staying relaxed, remaining present, knowing yourself and trusting your intuition. Partnering with the Wing Tsun Master Sifu Julian Hitch, we bring insight from the Eastern philosophies and wisdom and share the secret of “winning not fighting”.
WHAT'S INVOLVED:
A typical Synergy workshop covers but not limited to:
- Flow activation exercise (Qi/Chi Gong)
- Presence through senses (3 Teas)
- Four Gates: understand yourself and others (Wing Tsun)
- Awareness and Resilience (Tea). Motivation and Discipline. (Wing Tsun))
- Humility, Kindness and Harmony (Tea)
Typical length: 90mins. Minimum of 8 people.
Planning an away day for your team? Let us help and facilitate your growth at the Kwoon in the midst of the forest in South London.
We understand that each organisation has its unique characteristics and flow, please get in touch we will tailor the workshop to suit your needs.
Anna Downey - CEO / Co-Founder Buzzbar
“The secret of winning lies in the profound understanding between yourself and others.” (Lao Tsu) In China, doing business is never just about the business itself. Having worked across Asia as entrepreneur, ambassador and consultant and is now a resident in London for 11 years, Rui is the expert in bridging the gap and helping you gain insight into the subtlety of business etiquette and mentality between two cultures.
WHAT'S INVOLVED:
- Destination Guidance: achieving your goals
- A friend in need: Finding you the right help locally and nationally
- Social etiquettes from formal dinner to tea table
- Negotiation and navigation in conversation between the East and the West
- Regional culture and etiquettes
- Non-verbal language and basic Mandarin
This workshop can be tailored for one-on-one or for a group, please get in touch we will work to your refinement.
Matt Fraher - Head of People / Fraher and Findlay
We hold monthly tea gathering in central London for women to share their stories and to support each other on their journeys. Please check out grasspeopletree.com/tea-experiences on dates, locations and special guests.
Partnering with Green + Fortune, we will be transforming part of the Sea Containers House building into a serene oasis for relaxation and conversation through a casual tea ceremony, for company like Ogilvy, Wavemaker UK, Verticurl and GTB London. We will be sharing 4 types of wild teas and their health benefits to help improve productivity and create mental space.
Brolly is your resistance strategy against the ever-growing amount of events that should have been a blog post. We will be serving tea at the talk with JANE EVANS, CEO of Uninvisibility and Paul Armstrong, Founder of Hereforth.com , and hear the expert insights on gender equality, strategy and resilience to the ever-changing world.
We are now living in an age of post-modernism where our lives are characterised by hyperconnectivity, fast fashion and quick wins. New leaders must now prove themselves more quickly than ever before. Women Like Me and Grass People Tree would like to invite women in business to go on a journey back in time. We will retrace lessons in history and revisit traditions, methods and values which still have a place in modern business. Explore and practise with our very special guests how ancient Chinese and African teachings are still as relevant and valuable today as they were 2,000 years ago...
We will be sharing the untold stories through tea ceremony and health workshops for tech companies and professionals. Contact us if you are coming, we will make sure the kettle is on :)
We are bringing tea to the Tech world! Partnering with TBD and speakers, we will be serving teas for the inspiring and thought provoking conversations, as well as providing a tranquil space for guests to connect and share. Please get in touch for a discount code for the tickets.
