September 21-23, 2012
Schedule Coming Soon
Check-out the 2011 Seminar Line-up!
Master Jason Tsou Biography
JT1 - Qin Na: The Chinese Art of Joint Locking
Sunday, 8:00am - 9:00am
Jason Tsou does not teach Qin Na by asking the student to learn a number of techniques. Instead he lays out in a clear and concise manner the basic principles that allow us to control energy. He takes this approach because the real secret of Qin Na is not how to lock a joint but how to control the energy in a situation in such a way as to enable us to control a joint. Read more....
Biography of Chang, Wu Na & Lu, Mei-hui
CWNLU1 - Wudang Sword- Basic 13 Techniques and Applications
Friday, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Wudang Sword is arguably the most famous and respected style of swordplay in Chinese history. It has a lineage reaching back more than five hundred years to the Ming dynasty, has been written about in dozens of Chinese martial arts novels, and has been featured in many Gong Fu movies, most notably An Lee’s Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. There are numerous styles of swordplay originating from Wudang Mountain. Of these styles, the techniques originating from the Dan Pai (Sect) of Wudang are respected as a treasure in the martial arts world. Wudang Sword has a reputation of being graceful in movements, and yet very fast and lethal when using it for fighting. Read more....
CWNLU2 -
Bagua Zhang Applications and Fighting Techniques
Sunday, 8:00am - 9:00am
Baguazhang is one of the three main boxing styles in Chinese internal martial arts, with the other two being Taijiquan and Xingyiquan. It is featured by circular walking, constant and fast changing of palm/fist striking techniques as well as the dragon like strong and flexible body movements. It is known as very effective and lethal in dealing with multiple opponents when in fighting situations. Both instructors of this seminar are 6th generation disciples of Beijing Gao (Gao Zi-Ying) Style Baguazhang. Beijing Gao style Baguazhang focuses a lot on Tuishou and applications. In the seminar, students will go through a series of drills conducted by pairing up with a partner or multiple partners. The footwork, palm/fist striking, body moving, take down techniques will be clearly explained and taught.
(1) Topic: Wudang Sword- Basic 13 Techniques and Applications Date: Friday, September 16, 2011 Time: 6:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. (2) Topic: Baguazhang- Applications and Fighting Techniques Date: Sunday, September 18, 2011 Time: 8:00 a.m.- 9:00 a.m.
_________________________________________________________________________
Elaine Waters Biography
EW1 - Flow Like Water: Push Hands Workshop
Friday, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Tai Chi push hands puts into action, the practical application of the tai chi principles. Discover strength within softness by using correct alignment and body mechanics, learn simple ways to flow out of stuck spots. Develop flexibility & calmness by listening, and learn how to neutralize to gain an advantage. Read More....
EW2 - Secret of Effortless Push
Sunday, 9:00am - 10:00am
The secret of the effortless push is to first neutralize properly. Use your whole body to root the opponents force through proper body alignment. Allowing the opponent to push into your root can make you stronger if you can absorb the force rather than deflect it away. Use the opponents force, rather than your own effort; to uproot them. Less is more when you use less effort and have more effect. Read More....
_________________________________________________________________________
Chris Luth Biography
CL1 - "Electric Body" applications & energy details in Tai Chi Forms:
Friday 4:00pm - 5:00pm
We will be working with Martial Applications.....Energy focal points...specific Breathing & Chi movement patterns......information that is crucial for taking your practice & experience of Tai Chi beyond that of merely an "exercise" for balance, stretching, self defense and meditation .......to the stage of a "Pulsing, Electrified Body".....an internal experience that most practitioners find truly fascinating and inspiring to their practice.
CL2 - "Internal Neutralizing" and Rooting in Push Hands
Sunday 8:00am - 9:00am
Through a variety of exercises focusing on internal energy, body structure and awareness you will explore this little understood skill that is crucial to effective Push Hands. Though this is advanced level material it will be presented in a way that Beginners can absorb it also.
_________________________________________________________________________
Master Kai Yu Biography
KY1 - Essence of Baji Quan
Friday - 7:00pm- 8:00pm
KY2 - Essence of Baji Quan
Sunday - 9:00am - 10:00am
Master Kai Yu will be teaching several fundamental aspects of Baji Quan that characterize this dynamic and effective style. The Essence of Baji QUan will focus on:
- Ba Ji power in theory
- A simple exercise to experience Baji power
- Ba Ji Spring Force
_________________________________________________________________________
Sifu Scott Jensen Biography
Sifu Jensen will be offering 2 seminars over the weekend. Please check out description and times bellow.
SJ1 - Empty Body Skills - Evasive Techniques to thwart any attack
Friday 2, 6-7 pm
Learn dodging and slipping drills to avoid attacks from all directions. In addition, we will also practice the 8 Elusive Steps and 8 Directions Stepping Drills.
SJ2 - Improve your Leaping Length, Height, and Landings
Sunday 9-10 am
Learn a great series of drills to build the power of your legs for leaping. Techniques for various directions and types of leaps as well as training for smooth graceful landings.
_________________________________________________________________________
Master Zhang Yuxuan Biography
ZY1 - China Police "Qinna" Locks
Friday,
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Learn street-tested Chinese "qinna" locks as taught by the China Police Academy. Guided by Beijing's Master Zhang Yuxuan, protect yourself and build practical defense skills that are effective against opponents of any size and ability.
ZY2 - Everyday Health and Martial Arts
Sunday, 8:00am - 9:00am
Get immersed in Chinese culture with this workshop on health practices and Chinese medicine with Beijing's Master Zhang Yuxuan . Participants will leave the workshop with a set of traditional martial arts exercises that increase energy, vitality and improve immune functioning.
_________________________________________________________________________
Master Bill Smith BIO
The fire of Sin Tien Wuji Qi Gong
BL1 - Offered Sunday 8:00am
Experience the Sin Tien fire for yourself! Fire posting is a standing
meditation for accumulation of potent energy, internal organ & bone
health, and self-transformation. These practices provide for
breakthroughs to enhance your current training. Students of all
experience levels are welcome.
The secret teachings of Sin Tien Wuji Qi Gong
BL2 - Offered Sunday 9:00am
Discover the secret visualization techniques used to cultivate core
strength, strong stance and vitality. You will learn powerful exercises for
balancing all aspects of Yin and Yang and how to use focused intention
to achieve fast results. These practices provide for breakthroughs to
enhance your current training. Students of all experience levels are
welcome.
_________________________________________________________________________
Marilyn Cooper Biography
MC1 - Pushing for Peace
Sunday 8:00am - 9:00am
The Games are the centerpiece of Pushing for Peace, a program is designed to help the problem of youth violence via T'ai Chi movements and philosophy. The Games are also a great way to introduce people to T'ai Chi and lots of fun to play. <http://www.facebook.com/pushingforpeace>
Register for these seminars on site.
SEMINAR PRICES:
A $45 registration is required for seminar participation and includes the first seminar: Each additional 1 hour seminar is $20.00. There is no limit on the number of seminars a participant can register as long as there is no scheduling conflict.
Registrations are taken on site only and payment must be made in cash!
|
