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Hong De Cultural & Athletic Association

P O Box 81013, Mcleod Park RPO, AB. T5Y 3A6 | Tel: 780-473-8789 | Email: HongDe@live.ca

(Member of the International Sar Ping Lion Dance Confederation)


 

Hong De Cultural & Athletic Association is a non-profit association incorporated under the Society Act of Alberta.  Our objectives are to promote the Chinese culture and to instill positive values in the younger generation.  We currently offer the following programs: 

Hok San Lion Dance

Lion Dance is an important part of Chinese culture and tradition. In the past, Lion Dance was only seen during Chinese New Year and at some businesses grand openings; today, Lion Dance is a common sight at weddings, anniversaries, parades, and many other functions and events. The lion's blessings are believed to bring happiness, longevity and good luck.

Hong De Lion Dance Troupe is an official member of the International Sar Ping Lion Dance Confederation.  Our goal is to develop and promote the art of Lion Dance as a cultural sport with systematic training programs of international standards.

 

Chinese Dragon Dance

Dragon Dance is also a form of traditional dance in the Chinese culture. Like the Lion Dance it is often seen in festive celebration.  The Dragon dance is performed by a skilled team whose job is to bring the motionless body to life.

Dragons are believed to bring good luck to people, which is reflected in their qualities that include great power, dignity,  wisdom and auspiciousness.  The length of a Dragon can range from around 25 to 35 meters for the more acrobatic models, and up to 50 to 70 meters for the largest, parade and ceremonial styles, It is believed that the longer the dragon, the more luck it will bring. A Dragon length typically ranges from 9 sections to 15 sections long.

 

Warrior Drumming

In China, red drums have always been a symbol of the power of the ruler and the destiny of the army. In the early days, drums were used to boost the soldiers' morale in the battle fields.  Drummings are sometimes used to draw the audience's attention in a performance or performed together with the Lion Dance, and Dragon Dance.

The Chinese drumming has become a performing art around the world.  With the variation of rhythm, tempo, strength, and techniques, the drummers are able to intensify the power of drums and bring them to a whole new level.

The Drumming lesson is our latest addition to the programs offered here at Hong De.

 

Martial Arts

Martial Arts allow children to improve their strength, flexibility, and coordination. Not only do children learn important self-defense techniques, we also believe that the most important elements that children will develop from our martial arts classes are the importance of hard work, confidence, discipline, and respect for others.

Join the team - FREE LESSONS!

Hong De Cultural & Athletic Association has a diverse group of students from different ethnic background. Through our lessons, not only do students learn the proper techniques, they will also understand the importance of teamwork, dicipline, and respect for others.  Students will also have the opportunity to perform in many great functions and events all over the greater Edmonton region and throughout Alberta.

All lessons at Hong De are offered FREE OF CHARGE! There is NO COST to you for joining the team.  Classes are opened to everyone aged 6 and above, no prior experience needed!  Having said that, it our responsibility to create a safe and friendly environment for all our students, thus only individuals who had demonstrated a satisfactory level of discipline and respect for others will be considered.

Come join us at one of our practice lessons and experience it firsthand! Learn more about the Chinese culture and traditions.

The enrollment periods are March, June & September.  Classes are held every Wednesday 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm (Adults) and Friday 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm at the Kildare Elementary School - 7525 - 144 Avenue NW.


For more information, please call 780-473-8789 or email us at HongDe@live.ca We look forward to seeing you at our practice lessons!

 

 

The Eight Virtues of Sar Ping Lion Dance

 

(Loyalty)

(Righteousness)

(Perseverance)

(Courage)

 

 

 

 

(Wisdom)

(Sincerity)

(Harmonious)

(Manners)

Chinese Dragon & Lion Dance | Drumming | Martial Arts

(2015/2016)