dtstiachi

You are talking about a sport karate, (K-1, UFC, etc.) Most of these arts are for SHOW not for effectiveness. I am not talking about sport karate, I am talking about a martail art that has been around a lot longer than UFC/ K-1

Taiji Mistress I study Yang 37 mvmt. form and I am about to start the Taji Jian. in a few weeks. Then on to the Yang Long form. Keep up the great work and let me know how you are progressing.

Nope, Definently not chi.

FOR ALL OF MY FRIENDS WHO DISCREDIT THE MARTAIL ABILITY OF TAI CHI: I have a very good friend of mine who is a 4th degree black belt in 5 different styles (tkd, Shotakan, Chinese Kenpo, Goju, and International Zone Fighting) invited me to attend one of his classes to observe his style of teaching and MA. During one of the breaks, he and I started messing around while the lower belts were catching their breath. We tried to see who could get "inside" the others zone. The only art I study is Tai Chi (I study all aspects of Tai Chi, especially the Martial side of it) and I was amazed at how easily I could get inside and attack my friend. I really enjoyed the lesson and it again reinforced what I, Taji Fajin, and others who study the Internal arts (especially TAI CHI) have been saying. When practiced properly, (which might take some time) Tai Chi can be a very effective fighting art. My friend is an excellent kicker, but when I moved in and took his feet away and it became just hand to hand, I had no problem matching him and even getting to him several times. I am tired of all of this crap about Tai Chi not beeing a fighting art. When it is done properly and when it is taught properly, it is a very powerful fighting system. I have seen some of the the OLD masters at work and alot of "tournament/sport" karate that is being taught today would not be able to touch these guys. Now I don't want to trash ANYBODY'S art. I love the MA and I am glad that all of the people here are taking something, so do me, Fajin, Tajimistress, PhDPeddlar and others who study this art a favor and a break by not trashing our art. I believe I can speak on behalf of my friends when I say that we will extend you the same courtesy. Thank you.

I think I have solved my knee issues (I was doing a posture wrong). I hope you all have the same luck. so far 9 weeks w/ no pain.

Good point Taiji mistress, Do you study the Yang family long form?

good piece fajin

Here we go again ... If Tai Chi is taught as a FIGHTING ART (which btw, was what it was intended to be) it can be very dangerous or even deadly. A trained Tai Chi artist (not to mention a MASTER) would be able to adequately defend himself. There are too many factors that are involved when it comes to MA vs. MA (skill level, outside circumstances etc.) that make the discussion irrelevent.

congradulations

Welcome Dooley

sorry, I study Yang Style Tai Chi and I don't know what you are talking about. Could you be more specific?

thanks for the info. I will try to find it.

Kinson, Most if not all Tai Chi styles use Chi Kung Excersizes for Chi development. Chi Kung helps a person cultivate and focus the chi in their body where as Tai Chi uses Chi in its martial applications. Find a Tai Chi school that teaches and uses Chi Kung excercizes. They will help your MA, especially if you practice any intenal art.

Bach. - Jacksonville University Masters- DTS Ph.D- ???

Psalms 27:1-3 The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? 2 When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell. 3 Though an host should encamp against me, my heart shall not fear: though war should rise against me, in this will I be confident. My friends, we in America mourn with you on your day of tragedy. Our thoughts, love, and prayers also go with you as well. Listen to the words of Psalms 27. Keep your resolve and may God continue to protect Great Britian and America. God Save the Queen dtstiachi

lol. not in florida where I am from. Those pesky things will carry you off.

I start the broadsword in Sept. Sorry I can't be of any help right now. If I hear or find any new info, I will let you know.

go on the internet and type blackandbluevideo into your search engine. This is a former teacher of mine who has put chux. techniques/katas and other info on vid/dvd. check it out

correct fallen milkman

Are you sure there isn't documented, specific evidence?

Just Curios, Wasn't this a discussion about Chi Kung?

Ask your Tai Chi teacher. He should be able to point you in the right direction or tell you when it is time to learn Dim Mak.

the penguin uses a tactical umbrella, doesn't he?

Yang Style

diffrent kind of tension Kajukenbopr. My Grandmaster at school has approved what we are doing because the routine came from him. but thanks for the advice anyway. RELAX, RELAX, RELAX, RELAX, RELAX.