This is a unique opportunity to learn from someone with lineage back to both Yang Chengfu and Yang Ban Hou. Sifu James Gao will lead you through the theory of Yin Yang from "The Taijiquan Treatise", guide you in applying it in your form practice, then help you experience it's essence in push hands practice.
"Tai Chi is the mother of Yin and Yang."
Deep dive into Wang Zhongyue's "Taijiquan Treatise" - The oldest Tai Chi transcript ever discovered.
"From mastering the movements to comprehend the principle of Jin."
Apply Yin Yang principles in your Solo (form) training.
"Four ounces deflect one thousand pounds."
Yin Yang principles at work in Push Hands.
The course will be conducted by
Sifu James Gao
Sifu James Gao is a 6th Generation Traditional Yang Style Tai Chi master, with lineages to both Yang Chengfu and Yang Ban Hou. He has over 40 years of martial arts experience, from internal as well as external styles. While hands-on in both forms and Push Hands/Application Training, Sifu James, through his research, has gained a wealth of knowledge in classic Tai Chi and other Chinese Internal Martial Arts theory. His ability to articulate the essence of this theory and how to apply it is well-regarded by his peers and students.
Detail of his profile can be found HERE.
We are extremely honoured and privileged that Sifu James has agreed to conduct this workshop for us while he is in Melbourne.
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