Recreation & Free Time

Most teachers spend their free time in the evenings either exercising, seeking out delicious chinese cuisine, and shopping. Wuhan, a city of 8 million prople, has much to offer everyone. There are three distinct districts in Wuhan, one of which is Hankou, a short ferry ride across the Yangtze, where teacher have found hours of entertainment shopping. Wuchang, known as the cultural & arts center, is where teachers find the best food, including Hu Bu Xiang, or "breakfast street." Many teachers buy bicycles as well, and there is a relaxing and peaceful route directly from campus around East Lake. East Lake National Park is also quite accessible.

Another very important part of the program is interaction with students outside the classroom, in the evenings and on the weekends. Students are the best tour guides and can help teachers find any food, locate any product, or have any adventure. This sort of interaction, which the program refers to as "added value" really promotes genuine relationships and fosters understanding between Americans and Chinese. Even though it isn't required for teachers to spend time with students outside class, every teacher has always found that the students are eager and willing to interact with them and by the end of the summer it is in fact very hard to say goodbye to these wonderful people.