SPECIAL EVENTS/ CLOSINGS
Tampa Bay Push Hands Retreat- November 11 & 12, 2023 at the Maddox Ranch in Lakeland Florida
SCHOOL CLOSED- Saturday November 25, 2023 for Thanksgiving Holiday weekend
SCHOOL OPEN Saturday Nov, 11 for all classes
PUSH HANDS WORKSHOP AT SUI LUM PAI SCHOOL
On Sunday October 22, Sifu Paul Ramos conducted an intensive training seminar at the Sui Lum Pai Kung Fu school in Haverton PA. This seminar covered aspects of structure, force generation, and sensitivity training. We then moved into using specific Tai Chi postures to break the opponents root within a push hands context. The goal was to truly work towards developing the skill of “using softness to overcome hardness” as expressed in many of the Tai Chi Classics. Sifu Stephen Genus assisted throughout the training as we explored how to utilize methods such as Ward off, Wipe and Push, Needle to the Sea Bottom and other methods in a realistic fashion. The information was well received, and we all had a good time as we expanded our definitions of Push Hands and how to take it from “pushing” to becoming a physical expression of Tai Chi principles.
Those interested in obtaining information on scheduling your own event or receiving info on upcoming events should contact Paul at 301-651-3617 or email him at longmen987@gmail.com
ANNUAL TAMPA BAY MA CLUB RETREAT
On November 11 and 12th, 2023 the Tampa Bay Martial Arts Club will be conducting its 11th Annual Push Hands Retreat. Thie event attracts many of teachers, students, and fans of Tai Chi in general and Push Hands in particular. This retreat is unique in that there are no workshops, classes, or formal instruction of any kind. It is 2 days of open sharing of push hands, and any variation of Tai Chi form or weapons work in an unstructured and free flowing way. Several teachers and many enthusiasts from this area will be attending to include several members of the WST/ Wudang community. We look forward to participating and will report back after the events’ completion.
HYATTSVILLE LOCATION
Our Adult classes are located in Hyattsville, MD. Our Community Tai Chi Push Hands gathering takes place there from 7:30-9:30 pm each Thursday evening. This free community gathering focuses on developing the skills of using the least amount of force to accomplish the maximum effect. This is known as the classic “Use softness to overcome hardness”.
On Saturdays from 10 am-11am we continue with our Tai Chi Form and basics class followed by Tai Chi Pushing Hands instruction at 11am.
Beginning at 12 noon, we begin the Xing-I Chuan / Bagua Zhang training, as well as our advanced practitioner training block which runs until 2 PM.
The address for the location is:
3811 Nicholson Street
Hyattsville MD, 20782
Be aware that the space is on the right side of the residential building across the street from the Vanadu Museum.
Also be aware that the Children’s Kung Fu program will continue to take place at the Dance Exchange in Takoma Park on Saturdays from 12-1 PM.
WU SHEN TAO-CLEAR CIRCLE TRAINING CENTER, GAITHERSBURG
The Clear Circle Training Center located at 329 B Main Street, Gaithersburg MD continues to host private and semi-private instruction throughout the week in a variety of health and internal martial arts disciplines. Instruction in Qigong, Tai Chi, Xing-I, Bagua, weapons, and self-defense training are just a few of the options available there. Call Paul to discuss your needs and schedule availability by calling 301-651-3617 or by emailing to Longmen987@gmail.com. More information may be obtained on our website : DCMDTaichi.com
QUOTES OF THE MONTH
We all have ability. The difference is how we use it.
Stevie Wonder
To affect the quality of the day, that is the highest of arts.
Henry David Thoreau
Creativity is part of human nature. It can only be untaught.
Ai Weiwei