As a test, Indiana Tai Chi has created a Facebook presence.
https://www.facebook.com/IndianaTaiChi/
So far, the space is working out well so we might continue posting there regularly.
Have fun!
Thursday, July 12, 2018
Saturday, June 2, 2018
Instructor Mike's promotion
March 23, 2018
Instructor Mike may now be properly addressed as Sifu Mike.
After many years of dedicated practice, Sifu Mike mastered the WuDang 108 form taught by Mr. Bill, Master Huang and the Grand Masters in China. Due to the skills and understanding gathered in this quest, Mike is recognized as a WuDang Tai Chi Master.
--
I have never been attracted to gaudiness, braggadocio, ego, or assertiveness. It is the beauty of nature and natural behavior that I prefer. The study of the WuDan Taiji system felt natural to me. Over time, I came to understand that there is another name for this natural way: The Tao.
It is logical and natural to my understanding that I want to draw my opponent's power into a void. It is logical and natural for me to to me to push into the opponents weakness. WuDan Taiji is nature to me, it is The Tao.
Water flowing in a mighty stream may at times splash upwards after hitting a rock, spin into an eddy, or fall sharply over a cliff. Water will find a place of little resistance and move there with intensity. The Taiji form teaches that while standing (Wuji), I am able to move up, down, forward, backward, left or right. At another level, one can learn to move in any direction from the platform of moving in any direction. This is one way that study of the 108 form has put me more in touch with nature.
Mr. (Master) Bill is a pleasure to associate with. Just seeing him always makes me smile. When I see him, I see one of nature's finest creations, and one who is comfortable with his role in nature. Mr. Bill is a teacher who gives of himself so others may learn the same natural tranquility. Besides teaching the 108 form, he regularly teaches Taiji applications and life lessons.
People tend to carry stress in their musculature. Several times each class Mr. Bill will point out that we are not properly relaxed. Realizing this, we make corrections. Then we wonder if other times in our life we could have been more relaxed. The answer to this is always yes.
If for no reason other than relaxation, to me, Taiji is a worthwhile life-long practice.
I have been teaching the publicly available class for nearly six years. It has been a great pleasure to meet new students and observe them having "ah-ha" moments as they progress. It is a great source of pride that some of my students have continued their training and are nearly Master's themselves. In hindsight, these people are not the same as when I first met them. They are more poised, they walk with more confidence and balance. They move easily, with the parts of their bodies in sync. They are becoming more like nature intended.
Time spent without making changes is unnatural. Fortunately, I still have the rest of my life to further my study in nature, Taiji, and the Tao.
Instructor Mike
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As he continues his personal studies, Sifu Mike continues to teach the public class consisting of a set of daily exercises, chi development exercises, the 108 form, and some life lessons thrown in as a bonus. Throughout these classes, every intention is to teach the next generation of students in a manner that is consistent with the teachings of the Grand Masters.
Indiana Tai Chi Academy
Instructor Mike may now be properly addressed as Sifu Mike.
After many years of dedicated practice, Sifu Mike mastered the WuDang 108 form taught by Mr. Bill, Master Huang and the Grand Masters in China. Due to the skills and understanding gathered in this quest, Mike is recognized as a WuDang Tai Chi Master.
--
I have never been attracted to gaudiness, braggadocio, ego, or assertiveness. It is the beauty of nature and natural behavior that I prefer. The study of the WuDan Taiji system felt natural to me. Over time, I came to understand that there is another name for this natural way: The Tao.
It is logical and natural to my understanding that I want to draw my opponent's power into a void. It is logical and natural for me to to me to push into the opponents weakness. WuDan Taiji is nature to me, it is The Tao.
Water flowing in a mighty stream may at times splash upwards after hitting a rock, spin into an eddy, or fall sharply over a cliff. Water will find a place of little resistance and move there with intensity. The Taiji form teaches that while standing (Wuji), I am able to move up, down, forward, backward, left or right. At another level, one can learn to move in any direction from the platform of moving in any direction. This is one way that study of the 108 form has put me more in touch with nature.
Mr. (Master) Bill is a pleasure to associate with. Just seeing him always makes me smile. When I see him, I see one of nature's finest creations, and one who is comfortable with his role in nature. Mr. Bill is a teacher who gives of himself so others may learn the same natural tranquility. Besides teaching the 108 form, he regularly teaches Taiji applications and life lessons.
People tend to carry stress in their musculature. Several times each class Mr. Bill will point out that we are not properly relaxed. Realizing this, we make corrections. Then we wonder if other times in our life we could have been more relaxed. The answer to this is always yes.
If for no reason other than relaxation, to me, Taiji is a worthwhile life-long practice.
I have been teaching the publicly available class for nearly six years. It has been a great pleasure to meet new students and observe them having "ah-ha" moments as they progress. It is a great source of pride that some of my students have continued their training and are nearly Master's themselves. In hindsight, these people are not the same as when I first met them. They are more poised, they walk with more confidence and balance. They move easily, with the parts of their bodies in sync. They are becoming more like nature intended.
Time spent without making changes is unnatural. Fortunately, I still have the rest of my life to further my study in nature, Taiji, and the Tao.
Instructor Mike
--
As he continues his personal studies, Sifu Mike continues to teach the public class consisting of a set of daily exercises, chi development exercises, the 108 form, and some life lessons thrown in as a bonus. Throughout these classes, every intention is to teach the next generation of students in a manner that is consistent with the teachings of the Grand Masters.
Indiana Tai Chi Academy
Saturday, October 28, 2017
On Longevity
Think over carefully what the final purpose is:
to lengthen life and maintain youth.
SONG OF THE THIRTEEN POSTURES - Author Unknown
Translation - Lee Scheele, http://www.scheele.org/lee/classics.html
to lengthen life and maintain youth.
SONG OF THE THIRTEEN POSTURES - Author Unknown
Translation - Lee Scheele, http://www.scheele.org/lee/classics.html
Draft:
Indiana Tai Chi Academy is now offering one-on-one, and group training for the elderly.
We have been asked on several occasions to teach Tai Chi to elderly people. Until recently, nothing has come of it. In early October 2017, Instructor Mike began instructing an older gentleman at an Indy nursing home cottage. While this gentleman has both good and bad days, overall, the results have been helping him progress towards a personal goal: he wants to stand up by himself and and go for a walk outside without falling. Tai Chi practice is perfectly suited for this goal and together we pursue this with patience and as much gusto as he can generate.
Foundations to Tai Chi include balance, postures, breathing, and movement. Instructor Mike's wish is that he could go back in time with several loved ones. He wants to teach them all to stand without falling, to strengthen the bones, tendons, and muscles, and to breathe properly. It is sad that to have a family history of people falling, breaking something, contracting pneumonia, and then leaving us.
With that in mind, please feel free to refer us to people who could benefit from Tai Chi practice.
While, our hearts are for the elderly, due to the time requirement and emotional involvement, we are not able to provide this training at no cost.
There will be more to say on this topic as time progresses so check back.
Update: This link goes to a short (6 minute) video on YouTube discussing longevity:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65Fd7WfunIM
We should think that Hoosiers would want this healing in addition to the benefits of Tai Chi mentioned above.
Update: This link goes to a short (6 minute) video on YouTube discussing longevity:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65Fd7WfunIM
We should think that Hoosiers would want this healing in addition to the benefits of Tai Chi mentioned above.
Monday, July 6, 2015
2015 All-School Campout
The date for the next All-School Camping extravaganza has been determined!
July 24 - 26 has been "carved into stone" as the date, so we still have plenty of time to begin prepping our gear and making plans.
Watch this space for more details as they become available.
Join Sifu Bill, the assistant instructors, and class at:McCormick's Creek State Park campground for the weekend. There will be time for relaxing, socializing, and best of all... training!
Students, and their family are welcome to begin preparing. Bulky items may be stored at Bill's house up to a week in advance. The set up crew will haul it to the campground for you.
Thursday is our set-up day. Sunday is the pack out day.
Everything is being organized so that participation will be very inexpensive. If funding is a concern, let us know - we really want this event to be accessible to all students.
There are no dishwashers, servers, chef's, or maids. Plan to contribute more than you consume.
Want to get involved?
- RSVP your plans
- The set-up crew will arrive Thursday late afternoon. Help?
- The pack out crew will return gear to Carmel. Help?
- The kitchen crew will plan vegetarian meals with meat on the side. Help?
- Got any extra camping gear to share?
- Are you good with a camera?
IndianaTaiChi @ gmail.com
Location:
McCormick's Creek State Park
250 McCormicks Creek Park Road, Spencer, IN 47460
Please drive out to the Youth Tent area 3 (Map) and drop any gear off. Then you can park in the campground parking lot.
Indianapolis to McCormicks Creek:
Take I 70 West, towards the airport, and eventually Cloverdale
Take 231 South at Cloverdale (watch your speed - gas stations are available if needed)
Pass Carp Indiana
231 becomes 67 South to Spencer
When 67 turns right at 46 / E Morgan Street in Spencer, turn left (east)
Cross the river
The entrance to the park will sneak up on you on the left - hard left turn
If you get to Hwy 43, you just missed it
Park Map and rules:
http://www.mccormickscreekstatepark.com/images/mccormicks_trail.pdf
Stop at the main gate and pay the entrance fee (one fee per carload)
Bear right at the split (away from the Inn and Rec Center)
Bear left at the next split (away from the Nature Center and Pool)
Stop at the Campground Office ant tell them that you are with Bill Bunting's group in the Youth Camp Area. They will give you a tag for the car and let you in.
Take the third right, thru the gate, up the gravel road, to the Youth Camp area (sign may be hard to see)
Pass the overflow parking area on the right
The Youth Tent Campground Area 3:
http://www.mccormickscreekstatepark.com/images/mccormicks_youthtent.pdf
The 4 youth tent areas are arranged around a circle. Bear to the right at the split. We are the last area on the right.
Plan to drop off your gear and park in the overflow lot by the dumpsters
We may have the Indiana Tai Chi Banner readily visible
Recommended stuff to bring:
- Your medications & special dietary needs (I.E. Bee sting kit)- Flashlight and/or lantern
- Bug spray
- Sun screen and hat
- Rain gear
- Several changes of clothes
- Appropriate footwear
- Lawn chair
- Pillow, sheet, & blanket or sleeping bag
- Air or foam mattress or cot (optional - sort of)
- Tent or shelter (or make arrangements ahead of time)
- Mess kit with silverware (a big cup, plate, and tablespoon (no glass/china) are sufficient.)
- Water Bottle or Canteen (critical)
- Toiletries
- Camera (optional)
- Schmog or Bandana (optional)
- Bushcraft knife (4 to 6 inch full tang blade preferred)
(optional)
- Rain is expected - bring tarps
NOTE: Any firearm (except validly licensed handguns) BBgun, air gun, CO2 gun, bow and arrow, or speargun in possession in a state park must be unloaded or un-nocked and stored in a case or locked within a vehicle except when participating in an activity authorized by written permit.
... So, no weapons! Also, no alcohol.
Friday, February 20, 2015
2015 Chinese New Year Gathering
This is one of our two social gatherings for the year 2015. Should you be there?
Who:
Sifu, Instructors, Students, Family, and friends are welcomeWhat:
We will spend some time together, eat great food, discuss any topic, and enjoy each others company without working some specific Taiji topic.Where:
Number One China Buffet456 E Carmel Dr
Carmel, IN 46032
When:
Sunday the 22nd from 1:30 to ???
Since it is a buffet, coming early (or late) is fine.
Why:
Celebrate Chinese New Year, because we like each other, and because we can.How:
Students should attend even if they can not afford to eat.Monday, July 28, 2014
Monday, June 16, 2014
QI Gong Class
QI Gong Class
June 17th - July 29thThis class has been filled and is closed to new students. Watch for our next session coming soon.
Qi Gong Basics
Qi Gong (pronounced “chee gong”) literally means “energy work” in English. The ancient Chinese Art employs breathing techniques, visualization, sensitivity, large and small muscle control to help bring about the attributes of peacefulness, calmness and stillness in the mind and body.
What to expect:
• A warm and welcoming beginner’s group that is enthusiastic to learn this art.
• The opportunity to learn 10 postures and their use and application to help one achieve deeper relaxation.
• The opportunity to ask questions and have them answered until understanding is achieved.
Experience the relaxing benefits of
Qi Gong, an ancient Chinese art of
concentration, at our class!
Every Tuesday, 6:30pm
Meridian Health and Wellness
317.848.8048 | www.meridianhealthandwellness.com
Sunday, June 1, 2014
2014 All-School Camp
The date for the next All-School Camping extravaganza has been determined!
July 24 - 27 has been "carved into stone" as the date, so we still have plenty of time to begin prepping our gear and making plans.
Watch this space for more details as they become available.
Join Sifu Bill, the assistant instructors, and class at:McCormick's Creek State Park campground (tentatively) for the weekend. There will be time for relaxing, socializing, and best of all...training!
Students, and their family are welcome to begin preparing. Bulky items may be stored at Bill's house up to a week in advance. The set up crew will haul it to the campground for you.
Thursday is our set-up day. Sunday is the pack out day.
Everything is being organized so that participation will be very inexpensive. If funding is a concern, let us know - we really want this event to be accessible to all students.
- The set-up crew will arrive Thursday late afternoon. Help?
- The pack out crew will return all the gear to Carmel. Help?
- The kitchen crew will plan vegetarian meals (with meat on the side). Help?
- Got any extra camping gear to share?
- Are you good with a camera?
IndianaTaiChi @ gmail.com
Tentative location:
McCormick's Creek State Park
250 McCormicks Creek Park Road, Spencer, IN 47460
Please drive out to the Youth Tent area (see the Big Picture Map) and drop any gear off. Then you can park in the campground parking lot. If you don't see us there, come to the Primitive Campground area (we are big kids after all.)
Here is the "Big Picture" Map of McCormick's Creek.
- Flashlight/lantern
- Bug spray
- Sun screen (hat?)
- Rain gear?
- Several changes of clothes
- Appropriate footwear
- Lawn chair
- Pillow, sheet, & blanket (or sleeping bag)
- Air mattress or cot (optional - sort of)
- Tent (or make arrangements ahead of time)
- Mess kit with silverware (a big cup, plate, and tablespoon (no glass/china) are probably sufficient.)
- Toiletries
- Camera (optional)
NOTE: McCormick's Creek does not allow weapons on the grounds.
July 24 - 27 has been "carved into stone" as the date, so we still have plenty of time to begin prepping our gear and making plans.
Watch this space for more details as they become available.
Join Sifu Bill, the assistant instructors, and class at:McCormick's Creek State Park campground (tentatively) for the weekend. There will be time for relaxing, socializing, and best of all...training!
Students, and their family are welcome to begin preparing. Bulky items may be stored at Bill's house up to a week in advance. The set up crew will haul it to the campground for you.
Thursday is our set-up day. Sunday is the pack out day.
Everything is being organized so that participation will be very inexpensive. If funding is a concern, let us know - we really want this event to be accessible to all students.
Want to get involved?
- RSVP your plans- The set-up crew will arrive Thursday late afternoon. Help?
- The pack out crew will return all the gear to Carmel. Help?
- The kitchen crew will plan vegetarian meals (with meat on the side). Help?
- Got any extra camping gear to share?
- Are you good with a camera?
IndianaTaiChi @ gmail.com
Tentative location:
McCormick's Creek State Park
250 McCormicks Creek Park Road, Spencer, IN 47460
Please drive out to the Youth Tent area (see the Big Picture Map) and drop any gear off. Then you can park in the campground parking lot. If you don't see us there, come to the Primitive Campground area (we are big kids after all.)
Here is the "Big Picture" Map of McCormick's Creek.
Stuff to bring:
- Your medications & special dietary needs (I.E. Bee sting kit)- Flashlight/lantern
- Bug spray
- Sun screen (hat?)
- Rain gear?
- Several changes of clothes
- Appropriate footwear
- Lawn chair
- Pillow, sheet, & blanket (or sleeping bag)
- Air mattress or cot (optional - sort of)
- Tent (or make arrangements ahead of time)
- Mess kit with silverware (a big cup, plate, and tablespoon (no glass/china) are probably sufficient.)
- Toiletries
- Camera (optional)
NOTE: McCormick's Creek does not allow weapons on the grounds.
Thursday, January 30, 2014
Chinese New Year 2014
The class, previous students, and instructors will meet at a Chinese Buffet this year to observe the day and kick off the year of the horse.
Plan to arrive Sunday around 5:00 pm.
Since it is a buffet, early and late arrival times will not be a problem.
We have eaten at this restaurant many times and know the food selections and restaurant cleanliness to be more than satisfactory. While the dinner is quite affordable, class funds are available to cover the cost of student dinners if needed.
Bring a camera if you wish. Many photos from the event will be posted here.
Spouses, friends, family, and potential new students will be welcome to join as well!
Our time together is typically spent training. This is one of our two yearly opportunities to gather socially so we hope to see you there.
Plan to arrive Sunday around 5:00 pm.
Since it is a buffet, early and late arrival times will not be a problem.
We have eaten at this restaurant many times and know the food selections and restaurant cleanliness to be more than satisfactory. While the dinner is quite affordable, class funds are available to cover the cost of student dinners if needed.
Bring a camera if you wish. Many photos from the event will be posted here.
Number One China Buffet
456 East Carmel Drive
Carmel, IN 46032
Spouses, friends, family, and potential new students will be welcome to join as well!
Our time together is typically spent training. This is one of our two yearly opportunities to gather socially so we hope to see you there.
Monday, September 16, 2013
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
2013 All School Campout
The 2013 All-School Camp out has been scheduled: Sept. 13,14, & 15th. The 2nd is Labor Day and we'll be going soon after that.
Reservations put us in the Youth Tent area, Site #1.
Past students will be welcomed to join us, just let us know your plans.
The weather is shaping up nicely... 72 during the day! 45 at night is a bit cool though, so be prepared.
Join Sifu Bill, the assistant instructors, and class at:McCormick's Creek State Park campground for the weekend. There will be time for relaxing, socializing, and best of all...training!
Students, and their family are welcome to begin preparing. Bulky items may be stored at Bill's house up to a week in advance. The set up crew will haul it to the campground for you.
Thursday is our set-up day. Sunday is the pack out day.
Everything is being organized so that participation will be very inexpensive. If funding is a concern, let us know - we really want this event to be accessible to all students.
Want to get involved?
- RSVP your plans- The set-up crew will arrive Thursday late afternoon. Help?
(ROTFL! We're loading trucks in the rain. Last time, the rain waited until we began setting up tents!)
- The pack out crew will return all the gear to Carmel. Help?
- The kitchen crew will plan vegetarian meals (with meat on the side). Help?
- Got any extra camping gear to share?
- Are you good with a camera?
IndianaTaiChi @ gmail.com
McCormick's Creek State Park
250 McCormicks Creek Park Road, Spencer, IN 47460
Please drive out to the Youth Tent area (see the Big Picture Map) and drop any gear off. Then you can park in the campground parking lot. If you don't see us there, come to the Primitive Campground area (we are big kids after all.)
Here is the "Big Picture" Map of McCormick's Creek.
Stuff to bring:
- Your medications & special dietary needs- Flashlight/lantern
- Bug spray
- Sun screen (hat?)
- Rain gear?
- Several changes of clothes
- Appropriate footwear
- Lawn chair
- Pillow, sheet, & blanket (or sleeping bag)
- Air mattress or cot (optional - sort of)
- Tent (or make arrangements ahead of time)
- Mess kit with silverware (a big cup, plate, and tablespoon (no glass/china) are probably sufficient.)
- Toiletries
- Camera (optional)
NOTE: McCormick's Creek does not allow weapons on the grounds.
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Videos we like to watch
During class from time-to-time, certain videos are mentioned either by students or instructors. This space will be used to post links so we may all enjoy them. Have fun!
Note: Some things presented in these videos may be referred to as 'how not to' in class.
Little girl gets it right!
Big guy gets it wrong.
Master Yuan's site: http://www.wudanggongfu.com/kungfu/videos.htm
Origin of Tai Chi
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJGjwo_GVj8
The Tao of Pooh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksVgOSJ_Kv0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqa_C-LImss
INSIDE ZHAN ZHUANG 1c The Nuts and Bolts of Standing Meditation
INSIDE ZHAN ZHUANG The Nuts and Bolts of Standing Meditation 2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wwwgsNXN18
This is one reason to practice Zahn Zhuang
The moment Wuji becomes Taiji
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6CsB3hT2bw
Ted Talk explains why Mr. Bill always tells us to relax: (45 Minutes)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xc3XdOiGGI
Bruce Frantz Taiji Tips series
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZGxERtakiPZ4O9x8P44HVqZnWTkMLKiu
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfqgwJfA0c4
26 Section Lesson 3 Preview - "Peng, Pivot & Pelvis Power"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWJBcAQssf4&list=PLb1RbHb2lBMseKtZhf-5vBd7MBO4tnZnc&index=12
Increase Your Ability for Self Healing - Qi - Chi - Xi
226 CHI or KI Development Meditation 1 (Lots of stuff in this channel)
Similar to our Five Animal Qi Gong Form
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Up2Mnq7JSM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aahfynCnWaI
Blindfolded Sparing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thZrw_h57Q4
Using Core Muscles
http://www.classicaltaichi.com/internal-discipline.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wauD4wQ-xOU
Fajin (Fajing) Exercises of The Pre-Heaven Power Method
Wudang Push Hands Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yq5kF_8pVp4
Beaten by a (Tai Chi) girl Pt 1:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqH8Pl-4ieg
Beaten by a (Tai Chi) girl Pt 2:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-nYCZQUkGQ
Chin Na
Block breaking tips
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=un97hUiwcF4
XingYi:
How to San Ti
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBIQOktuVuY
Benefits of Hsing Yi San Ti
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgw42wTo6j0
Master Yuanhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXhUgV9qzI0
5 Elements 12 Styleshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HoMNjaE97Oc
2 man drills
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xixlL0xVe7c&list=FLLRXtXg9HnFnvmeCsBz0NKg
This guy reminds me of Mr. Bill a LOT!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYpap-SCXrg
35 minute documentary about the Yang System
Michael Wong; Short Form
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqwEYpE-EuU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyiZe6oQBPA&list=FLLRXtXg9HnFnvmeCsBz0NKg
Wu Dang (Can't understand the dialog but it's worth the click)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8vKVrrDePs&list=LLLRXtXg9HnFnvmeCsBz0NKg&index=6
Wudang Moviehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJZRWLCNnDA
https://www.guitarmastery.net/blog/20275/rhythm-guitar-mastery-5x-faster
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EG0Q7J_gvVM
Secret Of Tai Chi 1985 Full movie
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I coppied the following from HERE
The 13 Postures of Tai Chi:
The 13 Postures is the foundation of Tai Chi Chuan. Without the 13 Postures there is neither the Chuan (form) nor the push-hands. These 13 postures were derived from the Eight Trigrams (the first 8 postures - energies) and the Five Elements (the last 5 postures - steps). The 13 postures are:
The 13 principles must execute the mind, chi, and physical movement in one unit. This means that when the mind is focused on a specific area of the body, the chi will flow into that area. When the chi flows into an area, power will follow.
Note: Some things presented in these videos may be referred to as 'how not to' in class.
Little girl gets it right!
Big guy gets it wrong.
Master Yuan's site: http://www.wudanggongfu.com/kungfu/videos.htm
Origin of Tai Chi
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LJGjwo_GVj8
The Tao of Pooh
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksVgOSJ_Kv0
Zhan Zhuang
INSIDE ZHAN ZHUANG 1 The Nuts and Bolts of Standing Meditation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oisUCDAPS_8INSIDE ZHAN ZHUANG 1b The Nuts and Bolts of Standing Meditation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqa_C-LImss
INSIDE ZHAN ZHUANG 1c The Nuts and Bolts of Standing Meditation
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPOHB6WYY68
INSIDE ZHAN ZHUANG The Nuts and Bolts of Standing Meditation 2https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wwwgsNXN18
INSIDE ZHAN ZHUANG - The Nuts and Bolts of Standing Meditation 3
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3PGH1zlg18
This is one reason to practice Zahn Zhuang
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGmI0JRA8mE
Back Exercises:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1b1sz3QXeVQFoot Work/Kicking
At Home KICKING WORKOUT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IsbBEB50E6YSword
China Tai Chi Sword - Wudang Taiji Swordhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caoTRV-YdAo
Wuji http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=guZvHMqV43U
The moment Wuji becomes Taiji
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6CsB3hT2bw
Relax!
Relaxing in Tai Chi, The Inner Meanings: Energy Arts
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xc3XdOiGGI
Bruce Frantz Taiji Tips series
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZGxERtakiPZ4O9x8P44HVqZnWTkMLKiu
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfqgwJfA0c4
Opening/Closing
Energy Arts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xsf-GbvQcDwPeng (inflate - ward off), Lu (pull - roll back), Gi (press, squeeze), An (push)
26 Section Lesson 3 Preview - "Peng, Pivot & Pelvis Power"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XLX-mBR8-o0&t=319s
Tai Chi Secret Movements, Peng, Lu, Ji & An With Master Hiu
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCJ5TpzVmiw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cSSWcwXfQY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zOqLJdlry7A
The Four Energies of Tai Chi
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wk0PCIAxD1cQigong:
Hoy Chi:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWJBcAQssf4&list=PLb1RbHb2lBMseKtZhf-5vBd7MBO4tnZnc&index=12
Increase Your Ability for Self Healing - Qi - Chi - Xi
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UTIvoyBQVs
226 CHI or KI Development Meditation 1 (Lots of stuff in this channel)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6J-MMolHWLQ
Similar to our Five Animal Qi Gong Formhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Up2Mnq7JSM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXMSvxk0LRM
Ji Ben Gung
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4J7wkU2IfU
Energy Gates Three Swings and Taoist Spine Stretch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4J7wkU2IfUMeditation
Meditation -- Pushups For Your Mind:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aahfynCnWaI
Chi Demonstration
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crohxprtpE0Blindfolded Sparing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thZrw_h57Q4
Movement:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCnOs8Xs2vg
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTGhKeZRejM
Using Core Muscles
http://www.classicaltaichi.com/internal-discipline.html
Exercise Ball
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tclEl96d4xw&list=UUSDWfMLhNIAysHXCBjpeeFw&index=32Push Hands:
Fajin (Fajing) Exercises of The Pre-Heaven Power Method (Fun to watch!)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2Qvo_BUmNU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V2Qvo_BUmNU
Hwa and Fa - Seven Point Push - Sifu Adam Mizner
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T02_U9F5Xvw
Heaven Man Earth Taiji: Knowing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F3y8tLH0M_M
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5mT6T8tVd8g
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHZU8BNaTps
Wudang Push Hands Tournament
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yq5kF_8pVp4
Cheng Man Ching -Push hands
GM HUANG EXPLOSIVE TAI CHI PUSH HANDS
Application:
Beaten by a (Tai Chi) girl Pt 1:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqH8Pl-4ieg
Beaten by a (Tai Chi) girl Pt 2:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-nYCZQUkGQ
Chin Na
Breaking Stuff:
Block breaking tips
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=un97hUiwcF4
XingYi:
Xingyi Foundation Training, Lesson 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvK1e1gGSAwHow to San Ti
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBIQOktuVuY
Benefits of Hsing Yi San Ti
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgw42wTo6j0
Master Yuanhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fXhUgV9qzI0
5 Elements 12 Styleshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HoMNjaE97Oc
2 man drills
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xixlL0xVe7c&list=FLLRXtXg9HnFnvmeCsBz0NKg
This guy reminds me of Mr. Bill a LOT!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYpap-SCXrg
Yang:
35 minute documentary about the Yang System
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zQpae3xFLU
Michael Wong; Short Formhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqwEYpE-EuU
24 Short Form
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyiZe6oQBPA&list=FLLRXtXg9HnFnvmeCsBz0NKg
Movie:
Wu Dang (Can't understand the dialog but it's worth the click)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8vKVrrDePs&list=LLLRXtXg9HnFnvmeCsBz0NKg&index=6
Wudang Moviehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WJZRWLCNnDA
Mastery:
Yes, it is a guitar video. Claus has gone to great lengths to master his craft.https://www.guitarmastery.net/blog/20275/rhythm-guitar-mastery-5x-faster
Blogs:
http://theinternalarts.com/blogs/xianhao-chengMovies:
Chinese Action Movies Wu Dang (2012) Vincent full Movie English Subtitleshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EG0Q7J_gvVM
Tai Chi Zero - Full Chinese movie 720 p HD [Eng-sub]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYgdJIWe22Q
Secret Of Tai Chi 1985 Full movie
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpE8tc9w1rY
-------I coppied the following from HERE
The 13 Postures of Tai Chi:
The 13 Postures is the foundation of Tai Chi Chuan. Without the 13 Postures there is neither the Chuan (form) nor the push-hands. These 13 postures were derived from the Eight Trigrams (the first 8 postures - energies) and the Five Elements (the last 5 postures - steps). The 13 postures are:
- Peng (ward-off)
- Lu (roll-back)
- Chi (press)
- An (push)
- Tsai (pull-down)
- Lieh (split)
- Chou (elbow strike)
- Kao (shoulder strike)
- Chin (advance)
- Tui (retreat)
- Ku (look left)
- Pan (look right)
- Ting (center)
The 13 principles must execute the mind, chi, and physical movement in one unit. This means that when the mind is focused on a specific area of the body, the chi will flow into that area. When the chi flows into an area, power will follow.
- Sinking of Shoulders and Dropping of Elbows
- Relaxing of Chest and Rounding of Back
- Sinking Chi down to Dan Tien
- Lightly Pointing Up the Head
- Relaxation of Waist and Hip
- Differentiate Between Empty and Full: Yin and Yang
- Coordination of Upper and Lower Parts of the Body
- Using the Mind Instead of Force
- Harmony Between Internal and External
- Connecting the Mind and the Chi
- Find Stillness Within Movement
- Movement and Stillness Present at Once
- Continuity and Evenness Throughout the Form
Thursday, August 23, 2012
Class Location
We have a new location!
This facility will be a farther drive for some and much shorter drive for others, therefore, the location distance is a wash.
It's on the west side of N Meridian St. south of 465. The address is:
Prather Wellness Center
8902 N Meridian St., Ste 101
Indpls. 46260
Monday, Aug. the 27th., 2012 was our last class at the Earth House. Monday, September 10, 2012 was our first class at the Prather Wellness Center and we found the new facility to be awesome.
Huge thanks the Dr. Bob for making this space available to us!
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To answer Katrina's below; Please come by on aMonday Wednesday at 6:30. That question and more will become resolved.
It's on the west side of N Meridian St. south of 465. The address is:
Prather Wellness Center
8902 N Meridian St., Ste 101
Indpls. 46260
Monday, Aug. the 27th., 2012 was our last class at the Earth House. Monday, September 10, 2012 was our first class at the Prather Wellness Center and we found the new facility to be awesome.
Huge thanks the Dr. Bob for making this space available to us!
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To answer Katrina's below; Please come by on a
Friday, June 15, 2012
All-School Campout 2012
Join Sifu Bill, the assistant instructors, and class at:McCormick's Creek State Park campground for the weekend. There will be time for relaxing, socializing, and best of all...training!
The (tentative) date for this years All-School Camping trip is October something.Stay tuned.
- The first week of September has been just what we needed; temperatures have dropped considerably and we got lots of rain!
Update: October weekend weather is forcast to be high of low-mid 60's and lows of 40 degrees... The 2012 All School Camping Trip is hereby canceled. <sniff>
Students, and family are welcome to begin preparing. Bulky items may be stored at Bill's house up to a week in advance. The set up crew will haul it to the campground for you.
Thursday is our set-up day. Sunday is the pack out day.
Everything is being organized so that participation will be very inexpensive. If funding is a concern, let us know - we really want this event to be accessible to all students.
Want to get involved?
- RSVP your plans
- The set-up crew will arrive Thursday. Help?
- The pack out crew will return all the gear to Carmel. Help?
- The kitchen crew will begin planning vegetarian meals (with meat on the side). Help?
- Got any extra camping gear to share?
- Are you good with a camera?
IndianaTaiChi @ gmail.com
http://mccormickscreekstatepark.com/
McCormick's Creek State Park
250 McCormicks Creek Park RoadSpencer, IN 47460
Please drive out to the Primitive sites and drop any gear off. Then you can park in the lot.
If you don't see us there, come to the "Youth Tent" area (we are big kids at heart anyway).
Here is the 'Big Picture map' of McCormick's Creek.
The (tentative) date for this years All-School Camping trip is October something.Stay tuned.
- The first week of September has been just what we needed; temperatures have dropped considerably and we got lots of rain!
Update: October weekend weather is forcast to be high of low-mid 60's and lows of 40 degrees... The 2012 All School Camping Trip is hereby canceled. <sniff>
Students, and family are welcome to begin preparing. Bulky items may be stored at Bill's house up to a week in advance. The set up crew will haul it to the campground for you.
Thursday is our set-up day. Sunday is the pack out day.
Everything is being organized so that participation will be very inexpensive. If funding is a concern, let us know - we really want this event to be accessible to all students.
Want to get involved?
- RSVP your plans
- The set-up crew will arrive Thursday. Help?
- The pack out crew will return all the gear to Carmel. Help?
- The kitchen crew will begin planning vegetarian meals (with meat on the side). Help?
- Got any extra camping gear to share?
- Are you good with a camera?
IndianaTaiChi @ gmail.com
http://mccormickscreekstatepark.com/
McCormick's Creek State Park
250 McCormicks Creek Park RoadSpencer, IN 47460
Please drive out to the Primitive sites and drop any gear off. Then you can park in the lot.
If you don't see us there, come to the "Youth Tent" area (we are big kids at heart anyway).
Here is the 'Big Picture map' of McCormick's Creek.
Thursday, January 5, 2012
Chinese New Year 2013
Each year, we celebrate Chinese New Years. This year, the appropriate date is Sunday February 10.
This is a great opportunity for people to gather in a more laid-back social setting instead of a structured class.
We plan to meet at the Mandrin House, 1348 S Range Line Rd Carmel, IN 46032 at 12:00. Some will arrive as soon as 11:00 to ensure we have tables.
They offer a $11.00 buffet that day so we can each eat without having to order from the menu.
Look for the construction on their, they are getting a face lift. you can't miss it!
We look forward to seeing you there!
This is a great opportunity for people to gather in a more laid-back social setting instead of a structured class.
We plan to meet at the Mandrin House, 1348 S Range Line Rd Carmel, IN 46032 at 12:00. Some will arrive as soon as 11:00 to ensure we have tables.
They offer a $11.00 buffet that day so we can each eat without having to order from the menu.
Look for the construction on their, they are getting a face lift. you can't miss it!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Monday, December 12, 2011
A few schedule things
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
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