Moving to Chongqing, China Information Guide (from the US/Canada) - Curricular Activities/Other Tips

Author - Debbie Brown

Disclaimer:  This information is put together to help others moving to Chongqing.  This document is a compilation of information gathered from other expats based on their experiences.  It by no means is intended to be the gospel but to provide some background information to hopefully make your transition smoother.  Chongqing is a rapidly changing city so this document is a living document that may need to be updated as Chongqing and China grow and change.  Please forward any updates, recommendations and/or corrections to Deborah Brown, grosseilebrown2@aol.com.  

Organized Extra-Curricular Activities

 If interested in participating in any of the following activities just contact the appropriate contact listed for specifics. 

o   Chongqing International Football Club (CQIFC)

Adult soccer

Contact: Todd Kearney 186-2335-0054; tkearne2@ford.com

Website:  cqifc.com

o   Chongqing International Football Club Juniors (CQIFC Juniors)

Youth Soccer (ages 5-13)

Contact: Evan Forrester 138-8338-0984; forresterevan@hotmail.com

o   Premier International Soccer Academy (PISA)

Youth Soccer (ages 5-17)

Contact: Evan Forrester 138-8338-0984; forresterevan@hotmail.com

Website:  cqpisa.com

o   Chongqing Adult Volleyball

Contact: Liberty Blunier 186-2330-9011; blib2@hotmail.com

Other Helpful Tips: 

Water Quality:  Majority of expats purchase bottle water for drinking and cooking.  When setting up your water bottle water service some providers may require you to pre-pay for 50, 100 or 150 bottles upfront and give you tickets you use when the bottles are delivered.  May be beneficial if you have your driver or Ayi help you procure your water. 

You can also consider buying an extra water filter to pre-filter the water for cooking and other domestic use.