Though tea originated in China, it now thrives across the globe, cherished by tea lovers everywhere. As a vessel of Chinese civilization, tea has bridged cultures since ancient times and continues to play a pivotal role in global exchange. In February 2026, IACT invites tea trainers or future tea teachers dedicated to fostering unity through tea to join the Global Tea Instructor Online Certification Program. Let tea be our medium to build bridges of cultural fusion.
Tea: An Ancient Eastern Wisdom, A Universal Art of Living
This program focuses on "Globalizing Chinese Tea" and "Dialogue of Worldwide Tea Cultures", blending theory and practice to equip you with essential skills:
✅ Adaptive Teaching Techniques: Master online tools for blended and remote learning.
✅ Cross-Cultural Communication: Engage learners from diverse backgrounds with interactive pedagogy.
✅ Leadership: Articulate goals, inspire students, and cultivate positive learning environments.
✅ Cultural Openness: Embrace and celebrate global tea traditions.
✅ Content Creation: Develop multimedia resources to enhance learning experiences.
✅ Lifelong Learning: Stay updated on tea culture trends and localization strategies.
✅ Data-Driven Insights: Leverage AI tools to analyze learning outcomes and optimize programs.
✅ Critical Thinking: Evaluate information objectively and foster innovation.
✅ Storytelling Beyond Borders: Share tea’s narrative through cross-cultural lenses, dissolving misunderstandings.
China: Tea’s Birthplace, Tea’s Global Legacy
From the Tang-Song Tea Horse Road to Europe’s 17th-century "Golden Age of Tea," Chinese tea has long been an ambassador of civilizational exchange. Today, we explore:
🌍 How to harmonize Chinese tea’s values of harmony, tranquillity, integrity, and aesthetic refinement with Western tea ceremonies’ social artistry.
🌍 How to interpret tea’s health benefits through modern science, aligning with global wellness trends.🌍 How to convey the Eastern philosophy of "Tea Unites the World(Tea for Harmony)" without cultural superiority. This program reveals the uniqueness of Chinese tea and its universal threads—like the shared fermentation wisdom between Pu’er tea and wine. Tea knows no borders; civilizations shine brighter together.
Professor Zhou serves is Doctoral Supervisor, a recipient of China’s National Outstanding Teacher Award and an Adjunct MBA Mentor at Nanjing University, as well as a Leading Mid-Career Academic and Technological Talent of Yunnan Province.
He was nominated in 2021 as a candidate for the National Role Model in Teaching and Educating by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China. His/Her honors include the Juenong Medal (2017), Outstanding Educator in Chinese Tea Culture, and National Outstanding Tea Science and Technology Professional (2016). In 2005, he/she was named one of the Top Ten Outstanding Global Pu’er Tea Figures.
He is the author of numerous influential works on Pu’er tea, tea science, and ethnic tea culture, and is widely recognized for contributions to tea studies and education, have published over 20 tea treatises.
From Enthusiast to Cultural Ambassador: The Journey Begins Here
Sipping tea is easy; transmitting its soul is profound. Become a true tea culture ambassador with:
🔑 Cross-Cultural Literacy: Interpret tea traditions in globally resonant language, avoiding China-centric narratives.
🔑 Structured Pedagogy: Build standardized curricula—from sensory evaluation to tea ceremony design.
🔑 Sustainable Impact: Access bilingual textbooks, an online teaching platform, and global recruitment support.
We reject superficial "cultural exports," striving instead to nurture thoughtful, compassionate, and globally minded tea ambassadors.
Enrollment Now Open
📅 Program Dates: February 9&11； March 2&4, 2026 (Online + Offline Practice)
🌐 Language: English instruction with real-time translation(for guest tutor)
📩 Apply Now: discovercha@gmail.com
Global Collaboration: Brewing a Shared Future
From Yunnan’s ancient trees to your teapot, from Eastern aesthetics to global lifestyles—Let us paddle with expertise, sail with inclusivity,
And transform every leaf into an envoy of cultural dialogue.
Join our global network, let the world meet in a single cup:
🤝 Co-create teaching resources with 10+ international tea organizations, dismantling cultural barriers.
🤝 Contribute to the World Tea Culture Atlas project, preserving endangered traditions.
🤝 Access exclusive opportunities at international tea expos, festivals, and brand collaborations.
True cultural influence lies in making Chinese tea a unique yet harmonious note in the symphony of global tea civilizations.
Highlights of 2nd TOTT Curriculum and Replay of Online Conference：
Highlights of the 1st TOTT Curriculum
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