LESSONS & WORKSHOPS with Linda Mosley リンダ モスリー
Single Introductory Lessons / Workshops
All lessons and workshops are done at tables and chairs. Fee varies based on location and number of participants. Contact Linda for more information and to schedule.
A Taste of Tea is a one-time introduction to Chado and instruction in the guest’s role as you participate in an informal tea ceremony. See current schedule.
Whisking Matcha Workshop one session to learn how to prepare matcha tea.
Pottery Chawan (Tea Bowl) Making & Whisking Matcha Workshop — Two Sessions
Beginning students make tea for each other.
Weekly Lessons
CURRENT SCHEDULE. In-person lessons are held at Linda’s home tea room in central Austin. Online lessons with Zoom are also available.
Lessons are 立礼棚 ryurei (special table and chairs) rather than seiza (kneeling on tatami).
Group lessons are 2 hours long; lessons for one person are about 1 hour.
Fee: Schedule 4 classes at a time, $100 total, includes matcha and confections at in-person lessons.
Contact Linda for more information and to enroll.
BEGINNER INTRODUCTION SERIES — Learn the informal Bonryaku Temae (tray method). Instruction includes: an introduction to the host and guest roles; how to select and care for utensils, the principles of Chado; and how Chado relates to Japanese culture and arts. Class size is one to four people. Schedule 4 weekly lessons at a time. Most people learn to do Bonryaku Temae for family and friends in 10-12 lessons.
BEYOND BEGINNER LESSONS (Nyumon level) — Ongoing, in-depth lessons in usucha and koicha temae (procedures for thick and thin matcha) and many variations for the changing seasons and special occasions. Class size is one or two people. Bi-weekly lessons are an option.
PHOTO GALLERY — Lessons and Student Events
April 2023, Farewell Chakai (informal tea gathering) for student Shane at Linda sensei’s home.
January 2023 - Hatsugama chaji (first kettle of the year gathering) for Linda Mosley sensei’s students.
Snapshots from Lessons & Group Events
