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by taojoannes
Wed Nov 09, 2016 5:59 am
Forum: Tai Chi Theory and Principles
Topic: Learning the form
Replies: 7
Views: 4886

Re: Learning the form

I learned T.T. Liang's 150 Posture form, it's broken into six parts. 1st section - to cross hands 2nd Section part 1 cross hands to hi-pat on horse 2nd Section part 2 separate foot to cross hands 3rd Section part 1 cross hands to golden rooster 3rd section part 2 repulse monkey to hi pat on horse (a...
by taojoannes
Wed Nov 09, 2016 1:53 am
Forum: Tai Chi Theory and Principles
Topic: Sparring against another discipline...
Replies: 1
Views: 6607

Re: Sparring against another discipline...

In my experience Taijiquan is extremely effective against other arts when used as you describe. No preconceptions. No initiative. Get out of the way and let it to what it's designed to do. Intention is all.
by taojoannes
Wed Nov 09, 2016 1:10 am
Forum: Tai Chi Theory and Principles
Topic: The Correct Way to Practice Tai Ji
Replies: 16
Views: 12284

Re: The Correct Way to Practice Tai Ji

In my opinion, the "correct" way to practice changes as my skill develops, or according to my intention. In the beginning, I believe it is a mistake to tie the breath to movements. Everything I've studied about neigong agrees that this can cause problems for people with existing blockages ...