Introduction to Tea Ceremony

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Introduction to Tea Ceremony- Learn to Create Your Own Sacred Tea Practice at Home

There is a quiet art to tea… one that is not just about drinking, but about being.

In this immersive introduction, you will be guided into both the practical and energetic foundations of tea ceremony. This is a space to learn, experience, and begin cultivating your own personal tea ritual at home.

We will explore:

• What tea truly is and how to work with it
• How to set up your own tea ceremony space
• The natural flow and rhythm of ceremony
• How to move with tea as a meditation and presence practice

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The Way of Tea

Known as Cha Dao — “The Way of Tea” — this ancient practice invites us into awakened presence.

For thousands of years, tea has been honored as a plant teacher… a gentle guide that opens the senses, quiets the mind, and deepens connection to the soul.

Through stillness, subtle music, and intentional preparation, you will be guided into a direct experience of Living Tea — not just as something you drink, but something you receive.

This is a space to slow down…
to listen…
to feel…

And from that space, insight naturally arises.

We will close with time for reflection and optional sharing.

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What is Tea?

In a world filled with “tea,” it’s important to understand:

True tea comes from the Camellia plant. Everything else — herbs, flowers, mushrooms — are technically infusions, or tisanes.

Within this one plant family, many expressions exist: White, Green, Yellow, Red, Black, and Pu-erh — each carrying its own unique character and energy.

Each ceremony will feature a tea chosen intuitively to support the energy of the group.

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Living Tea

In this experience, you will be served Living Tea — tea grown in harmony with nature.

These teas are:

• Seed-grown and naturally cultivated
• Grown in biodiverse, wild environments
• Free from chemicals and artificial interference
• Harvested with care, respect, and integrity

Because of this, Living Tea carries a deeper vitality… a presence you can feel.

It is not just consumed — it is experienced.

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What to Bring

• Comfortable clothing
• Optional meditation cushion/Pillow (Limited number provided)
• Small Blanket
• Journal & Pen
• A willingness to unplug and be fully present

If you have any physical considerations for sitting, please reach out ahead of time.

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This is more than a class. It is an invitation to return to simplicity… to ritual… to presence. To create a practice, you can carry into your daily life.

Join us and discover how tea can clear the mind, soften the heart, and awaken the soul.
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Event Details

Led by Holly Semanoff — yoga, meditation, and tea ceremony guide with over 20 years of experience in creating transformative, presence-based practices.

Date: May 18th, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Energy Exchange: $111
Location:
145 W Cascade Ave
Alpine, UT

Limited spots available to keep the experience intimate. We will sell out so please be sure to RSVP by payment in full to secure your spot.