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2008
February
Saturday February 9, 2008
The Canadian Taijiquan Federation Presents its 4th annual New Year Friendship Festival$25 for the day ($30 for a family)
Vendors welcome
Program:
12:30 - 1:30 Pushhands / Social
1:30 - 3:30 Taiji Games (with prizes!)
3:30 - 3:50 Jing-mo Lion Dancers performance led by Sifu Robin Young
4:00 Taijiquan demonstrations
5:30 Potluck dinner (PLEASE CONTRIBUTE)
Calvin Presbyterian Church, 248 Westmount Rd. East, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
http://www.canadiantaijiquanfederation.ca/
February 15 - February 17
Sam Masich
Espada de 5 Secciones en parejas • 5 Section Taijijian
Madrid, Spain
Espada de 5 Secciones en parejas
Febrero, Viernes 15 – Domingo 17
Así como la práctica de la espada individual profundiza el trabajo postural y energético de la mano vacía, el estudio de la esgrima de 5 secciones permite a los practicantes investigar más profundamente en los principios del Taiji. Desarrolla un claro entendimiento de la dinámica del cuerpo y del posicionamiento de la hoja usado en el entrenamiento tradicional de la espada.
(English)
Just as Taiji sword solo practice takes the postural and energetic work of barehand form training deeper, the study of 5 Section Tai Chi two person sword sparring enables practitioners to delve deeper into Taiji principles. Develop a clear and sound understanding of the dynamics of body and blade positioning used in traditional sword training.
(This class is appropriate for both Spanish & English students)
Coste 130 € (120 para alumnos de TCPC y reserva antes del 15 de enero) / Cost 130 (120 early-bird & TCPC students)
Lugar: Colegio San Saturio. Sebastián Herrera, 23 (Zona de Embajadores) (Madrid)
Más información en: Javier (+34) 647 69 79 52 aprendeTaiChi.com
February 23 - February 24
Brighton, England
Taijiquan Core Principles by Sam Masich
Taijiquan is an art based on ancient movement principles, yet many of these are very closely related to modern concepts of sports training and kinesiology. One of the true western pioneers of principle based taijiquan, Sam takes a progressive approach to the ancient classics in a workshop that will change how you think about taiji forever.
We will apply this work work to form, push-hands and applications.
cost: £85
location: Hanover Community Centre, Southover Street, Brighton (MAP)
contact: Simon Robins
March
March 9 - 15, 2008
Chen Style Retreat with Dr Bob Bacher.
Location: Pavones Village, Costa Rica
• Foundation training
• Laojia Yilu Changquan
• Tuishou
• Applications
Cost: $1495.00
PO Box 630633, Miami, FL 33163
Phone (786) 488-6128
March 15-16
Health Preservation Qi Gong- Spring Workshop
Tai Chi and Qigong for Heart, Lung and Intestines, and for Arthritis
by Master San Gee Tam and assistant instructors.
Location: Golden Flower Center, 612 Trade Street, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101
Contact: Jiang Jian Ye. Tel: (518) 459-6869
Cost: $350, Seniors (65 & older) half-price.
MARCH 28-30
Active Bliss: qigong for creativity
Writer and qigong teacher Prof. Anthony Guilbert will teach two forms of moving qigong, two forms of qigong mediation and experiment with how these practices can be used.
Location: The Long Island Center for Yoga
Contact: Teresa White c/o Long Island Center for Yoga, 107 East Main Street, Babylon NY, USA 11702
Tel: (631) 893-5445
http://studiodeguilbert.com/
Cost: $165
April
April 5, 2008
16th Annual UC Berkeley Chinese Martial Arts Tournament
University of California,
Berkeley, California, USA
Cost: $40 early registration, $50 regular registration.
Admission: $10.
Contact: Christy Lai, Nisita Wanakule., Rupert Chen.
(510) 642-3268
http://www.ocf.berkeley.edu/~calwushu/home.php
APRIL 05-06
Hu Internal Martial Arts Workshop
Saturday: Swimming Dragon Chi Kung, Tai Chi Fundamentals, and Pa Kua (Basics to Advanced).
Sunday: San Shuo Basics and San Chi Hsing I Sword Form. Acupressure Practicum on Sat. Evening.
Location: Kalamazoo, MI, USA
Contact: Brian Hoff Tel: (269) 382-1209
Cost: $150 (less for partial)
APRIL 06-12:
Chen Style Taijiquan Retreat by Dr. Bob Bacher
Location: Pavones Village, Costa Rica
Contact: Dr. Bob Bacher Tel: (786) 488-6128
Cost: $1,495 U.S.
One week Chen Style Taiji training, includes accommodations, meals, and airport shuttle.
Taught by Dr Bob Bacher, 40 years experience, trained in China by Grandmaster Wang Xian.
April, 11
The Sanshou World Cup
Dongguan , China
www.shaolin-viaggi.net
http://www.cnwushuonline.com
Contact: Antonio Han
www.cnwushuonline.com
April 12 - 13
Chinese Swordsmanship Seminar by Scott Rodell,
at The Brattleboro School of Budo in Southern Vermont, USA
www.brattleboroschoolofbudo.com .
http://www.swordleague.com
http://nebgrtc.blogspot.com
For more information, contact: Jon Palombi (802) 888-7415
Event Address: 464 Putney Road
Brattleboro, VT, 05301 USA
April 19 - April 20
Sam Masich - Taiji Push-hands in 3 Dimensions
Prince George, BC, Canada
In this event we will explore push-hands using three different approaches. Through use of si zheng tui-shou (four-hands), jue-shou (sensing-hands) and ba pan jia tzu (eight disc methods) we will gain new perspectives on this endlessly fascinating subject.
Since Sam will not be doing a summer intensive in Prince George this year, this is a great chance to work with him!
cost: $180
location: Martial Arts Center 1175 Village Ave. Prince George MAP
contact: Jim Cryderman 250-562-7800
April 19 - 20
Hunyuan Taiji Workshop by Chen Xiang and Feng Xiuqian
Self Defence applications of Taiji movements and neigong.
Location: Northside Community Center, 488 N. 6th Street, San Jose, California 95112
USA
Cost: $175
Contact: Michael Dorgan (408) 294-9079
APRIL 19-20
Yang Style Tai Chi Fan (73 step) Work Shop
Yang Style Tai Chi Fan Form consists of 73 steps.
Location: Lee's Tai Chi Hapkido Kendo School, 3207 Lake Ave. Unit 9B, Wilmette, IL 60091
Contact: Hoon Lee Tel: (847) 920-9815
Cost: $245 (A fan and DVD included)
APRIL 19-20:
William C. C. Chen will teach form, refinement/principles, applications, sword and push hands.
Location: Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center, 80 Rockwood Pl. Rochester NY
Contact: Guy Prentice Tel: (585) 461-0130
Cost: $300 both days
April 25-27
Qi Intensive by Richard ClearFour workshops on absorbing, building, emitting and healing with qi.
Location: Maryville, TN, USA
Cost: &650
Contact: Richard Clear
3932 Morganton Rd., Maryville, TN 37801 USA
(865) 379-9997
http://www.clearsilat.com/Seminars.html
April 26
World Tai Chi - Qigong Day in Central Park, New York, NY USA
Address of Organisation: 420 Central Park West, #1J
City: New York
State: NY
Country: United States
Phone Number: 646-698-3375
Approximate number of Members: 2,000
Year this Organisation was founded: 2000
April 26 - 27
The London Wushu OpenUsing the international Wushu Federation competition rules as general guidelines.
www.ms-L.co.uk/championships.htm
www.senishow.com/Tournaments_London_Wushu_Open.htm
Inquiry
Tel: 020 8800 7216
contact: Liu Li
Phone: 0044 20 8800 7216
Event Address: 42 Patten house, Green Lanes
London, --, N4 2NY U.K.
www.ms-L.co.uk/champions.htm
APRIL 26-27
Chen Xiaoxing Chicago workshop
Saturday: Chen Xiaoxing will teach and correct select Silk-Reeling exercises.
Sunday: He will correct posture and movement principlles from Laojia Yilu.
Location: University of Chicago, Ida Noyes Hall, 1212 East 59th Street
Contact: Andy Loria Tel: (773) 960-2305
Cost: 2 days - $200; 1 day - $125
May
May, 1-5
The Ninth Shanghai International Wushu Conference
Shangai, China
www.shaolin-viaggi.net
http://www.cnwushuonline.com
Contact: Antonio Han
www.cnwushuonline.com
MAY 03
Zhang San Feng Mid-West Taijiquan Seminar
Location: Iron Mountain Internal Arts Center 4455 Hwy Y, Valles Mines, MO. 63087
Contact: Jeff Felty Tel: (573) 631-8656
Cost: $65 before April 20th and $75 afterwards.
Description: Justin Meehan will teach basic sword skills and qigong. Jose Eaves will be teach Ting Family Taiji short form and qigong. Jeff Felty will teach Taiji saber and staff qigong. Sifu Mark Kimsey will teach Hsing Yi qigong skills. Peggy Roach will present healing skills with herbs.
May 3
3rd USKSF North Region Kuoshu Tournament
Contact: Nelson Ferreira - USKSF North Region Director
Phone: 608-347-3836
Event Address: 3361 E. Washington Ave.
Madison, WI, 53704 USA
www.usksfnorth.org
May 9 - May 11
Sam Masich
2 Tai Chi Seminars: 'Moving Energy'; Taijiquan 25 Energies Series (#4)
Milton/Campbellville, Ont.
1. Milton Ont.
Friday Fri. May. 09/08 6:30–9:30 pm
Tai Chi: ‘Moving Energy’
Taijiquan is said to be an ‘Internal Art’. What does this mean? How does the ‘internal’ connect to the ‘external’ (and vice versa) and is it possible to make relevant these concepts in daily life?
Location: Studio Harmonia, 410 Bronte Street South, Suite 201, Milton, Ont.
Workshop Fee: $40.00 for the evening, $30 for seniors 60+ Pre-registration requested
2. Campbellville, Ont.
May 10 - 11 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Taijiquan 25 Energies Series (#4)
Peng, Lü, Ji, An; Cai, Lie, Zhou, Kao
Continuing in the study of the 25 energies we will review the previous material: Sticking, Listening, Comprehending, Receiving, Neutralizing, Enticing, Seizing, Issuing and Borrowing; Opening, Closing, Rising and Sinking, then continue on to Peng, Lü, Ji, An, Cai, Lie, Zhou, Kao. These next eight energies are considered essential to an understanding of Taijiquan and putting them in the context of the 25 Energies is a unique and illuminating approach.
Attendance at the prior workshops is not required.
Location: Campbellville Lions Hall, 42 Guelph Line, Campbellville, Ont. MAP
Cost: $240 Saturday & Sunday ($220 Early Bird special before Apr. 15/07)
Pre-registration requested
Full Weekend Fee (Friday evening, Saturday, Sunday) $260, early bird $240 before Sept 15, 2007. (early bird Fri/Sat only $220)
Contact: Mary Hansell 905-854-0314
May 10 -17
The 7th Asian Wushu Championships
Macau, China
www.shaolin-viaggi.net
http://www.cnwushuonline.com
Contact: Antonio Han
www.cnwushuonline.com
May 13
Sam Masich - Lessons from Jou Tsung Hwa
Kitchener, ON, Canada
One night only: Tonight Sam will share a few of his most important and cherished lessons and memories from the late Master Jou Tsung Hwa, one of the most important figures in taiji from the 1980s until his death in 1998.
location: Calvin Presbyterian Church, 248 Westmount Rd., E., Kitchener, ON
May 16 - May 19
Yang Style Taiji Sanshou 88 Sparring Form by Sam Masich
Peterborough, ON, Canada
Once again Sam is teaching the 88 movement Yang-style Taiji Sanshou, the two person traditional sparring routine. This form is the bridge between push-hands and taiji free sparring. The sequence is long and graceful, with an emphasis on correct positioning and sensitive listening. The '88' is the parent form of the 5 section two person form and for many Taiji players, represents the cream of the art in terms of forms.
cost: $400 (Early Bird special $375 before Apr. 21)
location: St. Paul's Church Gym, corner of Murray St. and Water St. North, Peterborough, ON, Canada
contact/preregister: Jean Kirk 705-750-1756
May 16 - May 18
Dr. John Painter Introduces Jiulong Baguazhang
The Event: Dr. John Painter Introduces Jiulong Baguazhang
Date and Time of the Event: May 16-18, 2008
16th 7-9pm
17th 9am-5pm
18th 9am-1pm
Location of the Event: Tokyo Joes
295 Daniel Webster Highway
Nashua, New Hampshire 03060
Cost: $250.00
Contact information: Bobb 603-620-5361
http://www.granitedragon.net
Dale 617-595-8097
Tokyo Joes 603-888-0010
May 18
Power of the Bear: Detail from The Five Animal Frolics (Long Island, NY)The Event: Power of the Bear: Detail from The Five Animal Frolics (Long Island, NY)
- Steady & Solid - Walking, Fighting, Swinging, Turning, & Pushing.
This Wu-Dan style of the Five Animal Frolics (Wu Qin Xi) is a “moving Qigong” form. Join Water Tiger School of T’ai Chi Ch’uan in this compact and complete two-hour seminar focusing on the five walks of the Bear with Laoshi Laurince McElroy. We will:
- Experience each of the five walks of the Bear in detail;
- Cultivate understanding of the internal and external aspects of Bear Frolics;
- Establish a foundation upon which the student can continue to build.
Date and Time: Sunday; 05/18/2008; 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Suffolk Aikikai / Water Tiger School; 29 S Ocean; Patchogue, NY 11772 USA
Cost: $25
Contact: Laurince @ 631-475-5730; or, www.WaterTigerTaiChi.com.
May 19 - 26
The Tao of Tuscany
Location: Toscana, Repubblica Italiana (Tuscany, Italy)
Contact: Claudio Corbelli
La Gavina di Sopra
Tel: +39 - 331-3267316
Cost: €785 Euros
Stay in a charming countryside Inn/organic farm practice chi kung, tai chi, explore the famous Tuscan region, and learn the secrets of Italian cooking.
Teacher: Claudio Corbelli (Alex Dong International Taijiquan Association). All inclusive (meals, accommodations, classes).
MAY 23 - 25
10th Annual International Chinese Martial Arts Championship
Location: Gaylord Palms Resort, Orlando, Florida, USA
Contact: Nick Scrima
Tel: (727) 734-8222
Cost: $65 and up for competitors
Description: Largest Chinese martial arts tournament in the US. Hundreds of divisions, including Tai Chi, weapons, Liuhe Bafa, Xing Yi, Bagua, Baji, Mantis, traditional Northern & Southern Kung Fu, Push Hands, Sword Fencing, Sparring, San Shou, Grappling. Grand Champion Awards.
May 23 - May 25
Le pousse-mains du Tai chi en 3 dimensions • Taiji Push-hands in 3 Dimensions
Gatineau (Hull), PQ, Canada
Atelier de Tai Chi avec Sam Masich
Le pousse-mains du Tai chi en 3 dimensions
Dans cet atelier nous explorerons trois différentes approches au pousse-mains. Nous utiliserons le travail de sensation/perception des mains (jue-shou), le travail à quatre mains (si zheng tui-shou), et les méthodes des huit disques (ba pan jia tzu) pour obtenir de nouvelles perspectives sur ce sujet toujours fascinant. Le vendredi soir sera particulièrement consacré au travail de sensation/perception des mains (jue-shou).
(English)
Taiji Push-hands in 3 Dimensions
In this event we will explore push-hands using three different approaches. Through use of jue-shou (sensing-hands), si zheng tui-shou (four-hands) and ba pan jia tzu (eight disc methods) we will gain new perspectives on this endlessly fascinating subject. On Friday night, we will focus especially on jue-shou.
(These classes are appropriate for English & French speakers)
Vendredi soir (Fri eve): 19h00 à 22h00 seulement: $45 (membre) $55.00 (non-membre)
Samedi ou Dimanche (Sat or Sun): 10h00 à 17h00) seulement: $85 (membre) $100 (non-membre)
Samedi et Dimanche (Sat and Sun): $170 (membre) $195 (non-membre)
Fin de semaine (whole weekend): $185.00 (membre) $210.00 (non-membre).
Location: Centre de Tai Chi Gilles-Vaillant
109 rue Wright, Gatineau, Que., J8X 2G7 (MAP)
Contact/preregister: Réal Lalande 819-778-0147
MAY 24-26
Push Hands Workshop with Toni DeMoulin, Cynthia Pepper , Ken Anderson & Matthew Jones
Drills, Techniques & Applications, Single and Double Hand Push Hands Form, Fixed Step, Moving Step & Free Style Push Hands, External, Internal & Fajing training. 2½ hour classes, 2 classes each day on Friday & Saturday, 1 class on Monday morning.
Location: Oak Park in Santa Barbara, California, USA unless it rains.
Contact: Toni DeMoulin Tel: (805) 963-3743
Cost: $25 to $125
May 24-May 26
The Event: Annual Memorial Day Weekend Push Hands Workshop. Instruction with: Toni DeMoulin (36 years experience), Cynthia Pepper (20 years experience), Ken Anderson (18 years experience), Matthew Jones (13 years experience) and other guest instructors.Push Hands Drills, Techniques & Applications, Single & Double Hand Push Hands Form, Fixed Step, Moving Step & Free Style Push Hands,Light Sparring, External, Internal & Fajing training. How to teach Push Hands. Never did push hands? No problem, the teachers will get you up and running in no time. We know how to teach push hands and how to keep it fun. Reached a certain level in Push Hands and can’t seem to get any better? In each lesson, teachers will ‘bump it up’ for more experienced players.
Date and Time of the Event: Saturday,Sunday & Monday May 24-May 26. Morning classes begins at 9:00 AM and afternoon classes end at 5:00 PM with a 2 hour break for lunch.
3 hour classes, 2 classes each day on Saturday & Sunday, 1 class on Monday morning. There will be evening gatherings for meals, visiting and more push hands.
Location of the Event: Oak Park on the Deck near thr intersection of Junipero Street and Calle Real. E-mail Toni for directions. www.TaiChiToni.com
Cost: $100. scholarships available if you are broke
Contact information: Toni DeMoulin 805-963-3743 www.TaiChiToni.com
MAY 30
Taijiquan Festival OF the Taijiquan Enthusiasts Organization
CANCELLED THIS YEAR
Our thoughts and prayers go out to festival director, David Elston-Phillips.
Next year's Festival will take place (come hell or high water) on Saturday June 20, 2009.
Contact the Taijiquan Enthusiasts Organization
MAY 31-JUNE 01
28 Constellation Gong with Michael Tse
Location: 440 Studios, 440 Lafayette St, New York City
Contact: Adam Wallace PO Box 249, New York, NY 10012 USA
Tel: (212) 330-8327
Cost: $250 Preregistration/$300 at the door ( incl. 1 yr membership to Tse Qigong Ctr)
http://dayanqigong.com/
MAY 31-JUNE 01
Chen Style Tai Chi 83 Form Seminar
Location: Chen Style Tai Chi Centre Training Hall, The Top of Milner Street (just off Ayres Road), Old Trafford, Manchester, UK
Contact: Liming Yue Tel: (004) 416-1273
Cost: £80.00 (pounds)
www.taichicentre.com
June
JUNE 5 - 8
33rd Annual Zhang San Feng Festival & Dao of Health Expo
Location: Fallsview Resort & Spa, Ellensville, NY
Contact: James & Loretta Donnelly
Tel: (973) 670-6582
Cost: From $99 per day
http://www.taichifest.com/home/index.php
June 7 - 8
Internal Martial Arts Seminars with Andrea Falk
404 York Rd, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Learn two internal styles of Chinese martial arts from one of Canada’s foremost teachers. Andrea Falk teaches regular seminars across Canada and in the U.K. and currently trains with Di Guoyong (in Xingyi) and Li Baohua (in Bagua) in China on a regular basis. Andrea Falk will teach Hebei style Xingyi and Magui style Bagua.
Xingyi
Saturday, June 7th 11:30 – 5:00 404 York Rd, Guelph
Hebei Xingyi is known for it’s straightline footwork and economical, effective techniques. Beginners will learn the 5 element strikes, intermediate students will progress through the 12 animal forms and advanced students will learn the 2 person form, Anshenpao.
Bagua
Sunday, June 8th 10:30 – 4:00
Magui Bagu is characterized by slow and stable circle-walking training that develops lower leg strength, qi and blood flow, and whole body power. Beginners will learn the fundamental circle walking training and the start of the 88 move routine. Intermediate students will review, then work on the 88 move routine.
Bagua Circle-Walking for Health Sunday, June 8th 10:30 – 11:30
404 York Rd, Guelph
For those interested in the health benefits of internal martial arts, this one hour portion of the Sunday seminar will focus on circle-walking training. The practice of circle-walking trains the qi & blood, eventually developing the whole body. With training the body changes, the vital organs are revitalized & any diseases in the body will gradually disappear. The body becomes robust & one's spirits become clear & strong.
Registration
Each 1-day seminar: $90 ($80 before May 23rd)
Sunday Circle-walking for Health: $25
Full weekend: $140 ($120 before May 23rd)
Buddy special: Bring someone for the full weekend who has not studied with Andrea before and pay $100 each (register by May 23rd).
While previous experience in Xingyi or Bagua is not necessary, previous martial arts experience is recommended.
For more information on Andrea Falk and on these two martial arts, visit her website: www.thewushucentre.net
To register or For more information contact James Saper: (519) 341-9314
June 10 - 14
2nd USAWKF Instructors and Judges Examination Course
This is the second national certification course organized by USAWKF and USA National Tai Chi Chuan Federation.
Contact: Master Malee Khow
Phone: 860-646-6818
Event Address: 991 Main Street
Manchester, CT, 06040 USA
June 12 - June 15
Tai Chi/Qigong Summer Camp
Location of the Event: CYO Retreat Center
Bohemian Hwy
Occidental Ca 95465
Cost: $420
Contact information:
Jane Golden
PO Box 676
Occidental Ca 95465
707 874-2042
www.goldenjane.com
JUNE 10-15:
Tai chi intensive
5-day intensive Tai Chi retreat. Practice orthodox Dong Style tai chi chuan. All inclusive (meals, accommodations, instruction). Claudio Corbelli (Alex Dong International Taijiquan Association).
Location: Siena, Tuscany, Italy.
Contact: Claudio Corbelli
Tel: (393) 313-2673
Cost: €560 Euros
JUNE 13-15
Beginning Qi Gong Healers Certification Seminar
Chapel Hill, NC, USA
Contact: Lisa B. O'Shea, Tel: (877) 346-4017
Qi Gong Institute of Rochester,
595 Blossom Rd. Ste. 307, Rochester, NY 14610 USA
Cost: $250
http://www.qigongrochester.com/
JUNE 13-15
Chen Style Tai Chi Instructor Training Programme
Location: Chen Style Tai Chi Centre Training Hall, The Top of Milner Street (just off Ayres Road), Old Trafford, Manchester, UK
Contact: Liming Yue
Tel: 0 04 416-1273
Cost: £315.00 (pounds)
http://taichicentre.com/
June 14
World Tai Chi Association Intensive Basics Workshop
World Martial Arts, 2028 N. 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85006 USA
TAI CHI ESSENTIALS.
Level 1 : 5 Organ/Element Set, 5 Centering Set, 8 Verses of Brocade, 8 Essentials of Tai Chi and 12 Tao Yin.
Level 2 : HwaTo's Crane, Deer, Bear, Tiger and Monkey Chi Gung; Hsing-I essentials; Pa Gua Essentials.
Level 3 : Sun Style Short Form, Wu Style Short Form, 13 or 16 Integrated Form. For Certified Instructors there will be an advanced track: Wu Tang 108 Form, Boxers 1-8 (based on participants choice), Chi Sao, Tai Chi Sword, Fan and Tai Chi Spear. Price is $249 before April 1st and $299 after and $349 at the door.
602-253-9134, www.masterli.com
For more information, contact: Master Peter Hill
Phone: 480-329-7294
Event Address: 2028 N. 16th Street
Phoenix, AZ, 85006 USA
JUNE 14-15
HERMAN KAUZ PUSHING HANDS WORKSHOP
Location: Holistic Therapies & Fitness Programs, 661 MASS AVE, Suite 15, Arlington, MA 02476 USA
Contact: Henry Oliveras Tel: (781) 648-7354
Description: Day-1 Learn safe places and step by step responses incorporating attack & defense into one move. Day-2 Review and practice techniques freely. Taught by Herman Kauz, author of "The Tai Chi Handbook" and student of Professor Cheng Man Ching.
June 14
Grandmaster Zhu Tian Cai of Chenjiagou Village
June 14 - 18th
Contact: Manuel Marquez (310) 539-1374
Chen style of Taiji Kwon Dao
Chin Na Techniques
Silk Reeling
Push-hands
Contact: Shifu Manuel Marquez
Phone: 310-539-1374
Event Address: 24606 Narbonne Ave. Lomita, CA, 90717 USA
www.shaolinlomita.com
June 21
Shaolin Ba Duan Jin, Qi Gong Workshop
The Event: Shaolin Ba Duan Jin, Qi Gong Workshop
Date and Time of the Event: June 21st 2008, Saturday 10:00am- 3:00pm
Location of the Event: Please call, or e-mail for location
Will post at a later time. Sorry for the inconvience.
Cost: $60.00
Contact information: William
772-418-0076
www.chilintaijiquan.org
June 22
Taiji Sword, Taiji Fan and 24 Posture Qigong with Jill Heath
Sunday June 22, 2008 - 9AM to 6PM
The Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center 80 Rockwood Place, Rochester New York 14610
For more information call (585) 461-0130
- 16 Movement Jian (straight sword) We will use the 16 Movement Jian (straight sword) routine as our point of entry into both solo practice and techniques common to all sword forms. A look at the dozens of techniques imbedded 'between the 16' in this routine, basic foundation drills and partner work will round out the day.
- Taiji Fan Experience the beauty and power of Taiji Fan for the first time or continue to refine your skill and understanding as you deepen your study. Basic combinations and foundation drills, partner work and solo form will make the time fly by.
- 24 Rehabilitative Postures of Qigong for Health and Longevity - A brief overview of this system, involving both qigong (chi kung, breathing exercises) and movements of the body. Regular practice of this set of exercises can help to improve flexibility, strength (both muscular and cardiovascular) and overall health. Based on the centuries-old exercises of daoyin, wuqinxi, yijijing and baduanjin, this series was compiled by martial artist and doctor, Wang Zi-Ping, who lived to be 93 and practiced it regularly. One of his granddaughters, Helen Xiao-Rong Wu, teaches taiji and this particular qigong at the School of Kinesiology and Health Science at York University in Toronto.
The workshop will begin at 9:00 AM and end at 6:00 PM with a 2 hour lunch from 12 Noon to 2 PM, with 15 minute breaks in Sword and Fan.
9:00 AM - 12 Noon - Sword $45
12 Noon - 2:00 PM Lunch
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM - Qigong $15
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Fan $45
Complete Workshop $90
July
JULY 5
North American Yangjia Michuan Taijiquan Gathering
The Event: North American Yangjia Michuan Taijiquan Gathering
Date and Time of the Event: July 5, afternoon- July 9 afternoon
Location of the Event: Green Lake Conference Center (www.glcc.org) at Green Lake, WI
Cost: Approx $400, includes lodging and meals
Contact: Kathryn Coleman
registration at www.yndm.org
July 8 - 26
CLOUD MOUNTAIN MARTIAL ARTS SUMMER DAY CAMP
For teens and adults. All levels. No experience required.
Monday - Friday / 8 am - noon / July 8 - July 26
Orillia Ontario, Canada
www.cloudmountainmartialarts.com
705-770-0279
Individualised instruction including:
Basic training, qigong, solo forms, two-person routines, tuishou, applications, more...
Week One: Taijiquan
Week Two: Xingyiquan
Week Three: Baguazhang
1 week: $ 195, 2 weeks: $ 385, 3 weeks: $ 495
July 11
INTRODUCTION TO TAI CHI
(Lecture & Demonstration)
Fri. July 11, 6:30 - 9 pm $15
Orillia Ontario, Canada
www.cloudmountainmartialarts.com
705-770-0279
How is tai chi so good for health? How is it different from other exercise? What does it do for the different systems in the body? Can it help heart disease and hypertension, arthritis, asthma, allergies. Can it help cancer patients?
July 11 - July 18
Tai Chi Caledonia
Stirling, Scotland
Weekend ‘tasters’ (45 min. sessions)
Three Push-hands tricks (Saturday 10:50-11:35)
Three tricks; fifteen minutes a trick!
One for flow and connection. One for free pushing. One for self-defence.
Taiji Jue-shou (Sunday 10:50-11:35)
The foundation for push-hands lay in non-competitive sensing energies (jue jin), the first of these being zhan-nian jin or ‘sticking-adhering’ energy.
Taiji: Finding Centre
(Sunday 15:00-15:45)
A practical method for rethinking and understanding ‘centering’ as dynamically. You will be able to use this in form, push-hands and applications.
Taijiquan Core Principles (Monday—Thursday afternoons 2.5 hr. sessions)
How do I make sense of the myriad approaches to taijiquan? What makes one style behave one way and another so differently? How can I tell if I’m doing things right? How can I make my push-hands behave consistently with my form—my applications with my push-hands? Learn to distinguish between deep and shallow approaches to stance, movement, touch and intent. Don’t worry about style—these week is about substance. From basic standing through form, push-hands, sabre, sword, spear, this work is applicable to every aspect of the art.
Location: Stirling University Campus
http://www.taichicaledonia.com/
Contact: Ronnie Robertson
http://www.sammasich.com/pdf/caledonia_program_2008.pdf
July 12
The Event: T'ai Chi/QiGong Workshop
Date and Time of the Event: Saturday July 12, 2008 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location of the Event: 13350 LaGrange Rd. Orland Park IL.
Cost: $40.00 free for beginners
Contact information: 708-308-4788
July 12
TAI CHI FOR
HEALTH
Sat
July 12, 2 pm - 6 pm $55
Orillia Ontario, Canada
www.cloudmountainmartialarts.com
705-770-0279
Learn the rarely taught core principles of alignment,
breathing, relaxing, and calming the mind. Will include
simple movements and basic postures, No experience
necessary.
July 13
Level 1a - MEDICAL QIGONG
Sun. July 13, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $85
Orillia Ontario, Canada
www.cloudmountainmartialarts.com
705-770-0279
Learn the qigong exercises which are increasingly being used in hospitals, clinics, and daily life to improve health, strengthen the function of the internal systems, and treat various conditions.
July 18
INTRODUCTION TO KUNG FU / WUSHU
(Lecture, Demo, and Video)
Fri. July 18, 7 - 9 p.m. $20
Orillia Ontario, Canada
www.cloudmountainmartialarts.com
705-770-0279
There are more than 120 different styles of Chinese wushu (kungfu). Learn some of the differences. Includes video presentations, physical demonstration, stories, philosophy, history, and Q & A.
July 19
STRATEGIES OF INTERNAL MARTIAL ARTS
(Taijiquan, Baguazhang and Xingyiquan)
Sat July 19, 2 pm - 7 pm $50
Orillia Ontario, Canada
www.cloudmountainmartialarts.com
705-770-0279
Learn the power training and strategies of the Internal Martial Arts that were made famous in the Imperial Palace of the Qing Dynasty.
July 20
TUISHOU (PUSHING HANDS) &
THE MARTIAL APPLICATIONS OF TAI CHI
Orillia Ontario, Canada
www.cloudmountainmartialarts.com
705-770-0279
Learn why the original fame of tai chi was due to its effectiveness as a martial art.
- TUISHOU (PUSHING HANDS)
- Sun July 20, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $45
- The “secret weapon” of traditional tai chi. Learn to “neutralize 1000 pounds with 4 ounces.”
- MARTIAL APPLICATIONS OF TAI CHI
- Sun July 20, 2:30 pm - 6 p.m. $45
- Learn the self defence techniques hidden in the tai chi routines. Learn how important tuishou training is for making the techniques work.
- Both Seminars
- 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. $79
July 25 - 27
2008 U.S. International Kuo Shu Championships
The Event: 2008 U.S. International Kuo Shu Championships For more information, visit http://www.usksf.org/
Date and Time of the Event: July 25 - 27, 2008
Location of the Event:
Baltimore Marriott® Hunt Valley Inn
245 Shawan Road
Hunt Valley, Maryland 21031 USA
Cost:
For USKSF members: $65 for the first event; $20 for each additional event.
For all others, $85 for the first event; $20 for each additional event.
Members and Non-members: $5 late fee to register at the door.
Contact information:
The United States Kuo Shu Federation
P.O. Box 20269
Baltimore, MD 21284-0269
phone: (443) 394-9200
fax: (443) 394-9202
July 25 - July 28
2008 • 17th Annual Sam Masich VANCOUVER PUSH HANDS CAMP 1:
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Camp 1: 'Form-Formless-Form'
In this years’ Sam Masich Vancouver Summer Push Hands Camp we will approach the 25 energies and their theory from two internal perspectives. The first camp 'Form-Formless-Form' will concentrate on the theory of yin and yang as related to the summoning of the 25 energies. This approach, tying together concepts such as cansi jin (reeling silk energy) and taiji will surely awaken new levels of understanding.
cost: $750 (Early Bird: $700 if registered by May 15)
(Both camps $1400/$1300 if registered by June 15 )
$250 nonrefundable deposit* by May 15 ($500 both camps)
‘First-come-first-serve’ on approval.
location: Maxiqi Neijia Studio 3357 W. 4th Ave. Vancouver BC Canada
http://www.sammasich.com
DAOIST QIGONG FOR BEGINNERS
Sat. July 26 2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. $45
Orillia Ontario, Canada
www.cloudmountainmartialarts.com
705-770-0279 Daoist qigong has been used for millennia as a tool for achieving longevity as well as for spiritual cultivation. It is also an important adjunct to internal martial arts training.
SELF DEFENCE for WOMEN (Level 1)
Sun, July 27, 10 am - 5 pm $75
Orillia Ontario, Canada
www.cloudmountainmartialarts.com
705-770-0279
Combining the gentle strategies and mental training of the internal martial arts with the proven techniques used by military & law enforcement personnel.
August
August 1 - August 4
2008 • 17th Annual Sam Masich VANCOUVER PUSH HANDS CAMP: 2
Camp 2: 'Applied Energetics'
Vancouver, BC, Canada
In this years’ Sam Masich Vancouver Summer Push Hands Camp we will approach the 25 energies and their theory from two internal perspectives. In the second camp, 'Applied Energetics' a focus on posture and alignment through a study of energetic centres and routes takes us into more advanced stages of the work. Here we begin to touch on the technical basis for the concept of Shen-ming or ‘spiritual enlightenment’, as referred to in the Taijiquan Classics allowing us to work with the 25 energies at a completely different level.
cost: $750 (Early Bird: $700 if registered by May 15)
(Both camps $1400/$1300 if registered by June 15 )
$250 nonrefundable deposit* by May 15 ($500 both camps)
‘First-come-first-serve’ on approval.
location: Maxiqi Neijia Studio 3357 W. 4th Ave. Vancouver BC Canada
http://www.sammasich.com
August 2-3, 2008
International Chinese Traditional Martial Arts Competition
The Event: International Chinese Traditional Martial Arts Competition
http://martialarts.ntdtv.com/en/
Date and Time of the Event:
- August 2-3, 2008,
- September 27, 2008, 28, 2008,
- Asia Pacific Preliminary: August 2-3, 2008, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, National Taipei University of Technology, Taipei, Taiwan.
- North America Preliminary: September 27, 2008, New York City, USA
- Simi-Final and Final: September 28, 2008, New York City, USA.
Contact information: Headerquarter Office in New York: 229 W. 28th Street, Suite 1200, New York, New York 10001
Hotlines:
1-646-736-2988(Chinese),
1-646-736-2969(English);
URL: http://martialarts.ntdtv.com/en/
August 15 - August 18
Campamento de 4 dias de Empuje de Manos • Madrid Push Hands Camp
Madrid, España
Campamento de Empuje de Manos de 4 días
Serie de 25 Energías
Pegarse, Escuchar, Comprender, Recibir y Neutralizar
Agosto. Viernes 15–Lunes 18
La destreza en el empuje de manos del taiji requiere el entendimiento de varias energías kinéticas (jin). El año pasado Sam empezó con la presentación de las 25 energías básicas del empuje de manos en Madrid empezando con Zhan-Nian Jin o “energía de pegarse”. Examinamos en detalle rodar, transferir, pivotar e intercambiar, los elementos vitales que mantienen la conexión firme y relajada. En este interesante evento de cuatro días que realizaremos este año revisaremos estos conceptos a través de Ting (Escuchar), Dong (Comprender), Jie (Recibir) y Hua (Neutralizar). Desde aquí estaremos preparados para el estudio de las energías Yin (Atraer) y Na (Sellar) mientras profundizamos en nuestro entendimiento del si zheng tui-shou (Método de “cuatro manos” de empuje de manos) que resulta vital para el estudio del taijiquan clásico.
(English)
4 Day Push Hands Camp
25 Energies Series: Neutralizing, Enticing and Seizing
Sat Aug. 15-Tue Aug. 18
Taiji push-hands skill requires an understanding of various kinetic energies (jin). Last year Sam began the presentation of 25 basic energies of push-hands in Madrid, starting with zhan-nian jin or ‘sticking energy’. We examined in some detail rolling, transferring, pivoting and exchanging, the vital elements in maintaining the firm and relaxed connection. In this year’s exciting four day event, we will review these concepts along with ting (listening), dong (comprehending), jie (receiving) and hua (neutralizing) energies. From here we graduate to a study of yin (enticing) and na (seizing) energies while also deepening our understanding si zheng tui-shou (the ‘four-hands’ push-hands drill) which is critical to the study of classical taijiquan.
Lugar (Location): Escuela Superior Serrato. c/ Alma's, 47. Madrid.
Más information en (Contact): Javier (+34) 647 69 79 52
http://www.aprendetaichi.com/
Precio (Cost): Curso complete: €350
August 21 - 24
Wushu Tournament Beijing 2008
www.shaolin-viaggi.net
Contact: Antonio Han
www.cnwushuonline.com
August 26 - August 31
International Taichichuan Festival in Spain
Lalita—(Acebo-Cáceres), Spain
This event takes place in a lyrically beautiful setting in the western Spanish mountains near the Portuguese border. The actual festival will take place on the August 30-31 weekend but Sam will offer sessions for a few days before the event. Workshop topics to be announced on the website.
Centro de Actividades Creativas (en Español)
http://www.lalita.net/
September
September 11 - 14
Hsing-i short stick and Tai Chi sword.
The Event: 5 day workshop with Chen Yun Ching in Oakland California at the beginning of a tour of the USA. 2 days of Hsing-i short stick and 3 days of tai Chi sword.
Date and Time of the Event: September 11th throught the 14th from 10 am to 6pm
Location of the Event: In Motion Center Oakland, California
Cost: $240
Contact information: Hal Mosher at www.peacefulwarriortraining.com
September 17 - 21
Grandmaster Chen Yun Ching - "Link in the Chain"
The Event: Grandmaster Chen Yun Ching - ‘Link in the Chain" The Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center presents Grandmaster CHEN YUN CHING on his return teaching visit to U.S. Chen Yun Ching, from Taiwan, is the Inheritor of his father CHEN PAN LING’s world famous system of Martial Arts and the last link in the preservation of these vital teachings. Sept. 17-21,2008 Wednesday - Sunday Call 585-461-0103 or click "contact" at http://rtccc.hypermart.net for info and registration
Date and Time of the Event: Sept. 17-21,2008, 9am - 5pm
Location of the Event: The Rochester T'ai Chi Ch'uan Center
80 Rockwood Pl. Rochester NY 14610
Cost: $125/day, $100 each day for 2-4 days, $400 for 5 days
Contact information: Brian Bruning
September 19 – 21
4th Sanshou World Cup
Harbin , China
www.shaolin-viaggi.net
http://www.cnwushuonline.com
Contact: Antonio Han
www.cnwushuonline.com
September 20 – 21
Workshop presented by Eli Montaigue, son of Master Erle Montaigue
Main phone number including area code: (613) 943-2577
Message: ANNOUNCEMENT
A rare opportunity is coming to Ottawa. There will be a Taiji
workshop presented by Eli Montaigue, son of Master Erle Montaigue, founder of the World Taiji Boxing Association, on September 20 & 21, 2008.
Eli will be teaching:
• Advanced Small San Sau
• San Sau’s Deadly Mother Applications!
• Old Yang Form (Yang Lu Chan)
• Single & Double Pushing Hands
• and Fa-jing Striking Methods
as much and as deep as the time allows.
Plus, get corrections at the workshop. Check your Yang Chen Fu form, Yang Lu Chen form, Cannon Fist, Large San-Sau, Bagua forms, Wudang forms, Hands Weapons, or Push Hands during this event.
Mother Applications in the small San-Sau
Mother Applications do not appear much in writing nor on DVD. From Eli’s site: “The mother applications from the small San-Sau are some of the best multiple strike kill methods out there, teaching you all about body movement, Fa-jing, and Dim-Mak. There is one Mother Application for every move in the Small San-Sau, the postures in the form are your first reaction, your defence, even though some of them alone can kill, the mother applications are your follow ups.”
There will be five hours of training each day, with the exact starting and ending times and
location in Ottawa to be determined. The cost of the two-day
workshop will be $180.00 Canadian.
This is Eli's first visit to Canada so don't miss this opportunity to learn from and train
with him. It is important that you contact Larry at doubledragonott@aol.com
as soon as possible to register your interest in attending as the presentation of this workshop is contingent on there being a minimum of 20 to 30 registrants
to make the long trip worthwhile for Eli. Don't delay - write now.
This workshop is being presented by Josephine Anderson, Senior
Instructor and Canadian Representative for the World Taiji Boxing
Association.
For more information on the World Taiji Boxing Association and Erle
Montaigue's system of self defence, go to: http://www.taijiworld.com/
For more information on Eli Montaigue, go to:http://www.taiji-bagua.co.uk
For more information on Josephine Anderson's Double Dragon Tai Chi
Studio in Ottawa, go to: http://www.doubledragontaichi.ca/
September 20 – 21
The Event: Hard Qigong Level 1
True Chinese internal training that develops vital energy through concentrated dynamic movements and special breathing techniques. Improves general health and also develops the body for martial art contact. Benefits circulation, digestion, and breathing problems. A healthy and safe exercise suitable for men and women alike that comes from the Buddhist Heavenly River Monastery, in Hebei.
Date and Time of the Event: September 20 and 21 2008 - 1pm to 5 pm both days
Location of the Event: 1017 6th Ave @38th St
3rd Floor
New York City
Cost: Pre-reg: $240/ Door: $290 (Incl. annual membership to Tse Qigong Ctr and Qi Magazine)
Contact information: Adam Wallace
PO Box 249, New York, NY 10012
(212) 330 8327
www.dayanqigong.com
September 26 - October 2
TreX Games Busan, Korea
www.shaolin-viaggi.net
http://www.cnwushuonline.com
Contact: Antonio Han
www.cnwushuonline.com
September 27 - September 28
International Chinese Traditional Martial Arts Competition
The Event: International Chinese Traditional Martial Arts Competition
http://martialarts.ntdtv.com/en/
Date and Time of the Event:
- August 2-3, 2008,
- September 27, 2008, 28, 2008,
- Asia Pacific Preliminary: August 2-3, 2008, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, National Taipei University of Technology, Taipei, Taiwan.
- North America Preliminary: September 27, 2008, New York City, USA
- Simi-Final and Final: September 28, 2008, New York City, USA.
Contact information: Headerquarter Office in New York: 229 W. 28th Street, Suite 1200, New York, New York 10001
Hotlines:
1-646-736-2988(Chinese),
1-646-736-2969(English);
URL: http://martialarts.ntdtv.com/en/
October
Ocotber, 16-21
The Eleventh Handan International Taiji Festival
Handan, China
www.shaolin-viaggi.net
http://www.cnwushuonline.com
Contact: Antonio Han
www.cnwushuonline.com
Ocotber, 17 - 30
Wu Style Tai Chi Long Form
The Event: Wu Style Tai Chi Long Form: After returning from China 21 years ago, Bruce Frantzis will offer the first and possibly last opportunity to certify in the Wu Style Tai Chi Long Form.Bruce will share his 40 years of experience practicing and teaching tai chi including his knowledge as a Lineage holder in both the Wu and Yang Styles of tai chi. These styles are essentially the same in terms of physical movement and inner chi work. Wu Style co-founder Wu Jien Chuan personally taught Liu Hung Chieh, who taught Bruce. This style takes 20-30 minutes to perform. Training themes include: • Tai chi for mental and emotional stress• The primary energies of tai chiEveryone is welcome—see EnergyArts.com for full details about certification eligibility and attendance options.
Date and Time of the Event: Oct 17-30 2008
Location of the Event: Boston, MA
Cost: See website for details. www.energyarts.com
Contact information: 415.454.5243 www.energyarts.com
October 28 – November 2
The 3rd World Traditional Wushu Championships
Shiyan, China
www.shaolin-viaggi.net
http://www.cnwushuonline.com
Contact: Antonio Han
www.cnwushuonline.com
December
December 7- 14
The 2nd World Junior Wushu Championships
Bali, Indonesia
www.shaolin-viaggi.net
http://www.cnwushuonline.com
Contact: Antonio Han
www.cnwushuonline.com