Riverbank Push Hands Day - August 29, 2010
Riverbank Push Hands Day
4126 River Road West,
Ladner (Delta), British Columbia
Canada
Sunday Aug 29
1:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Dinner to follow:
7:00 pm at Danny’s Restaurant
(in the Ironwood Shopping Centre off Steveston Hwy. in Richmond.)
Everyone is welcome, from beginners to masters, and anyone who is interested in two-person work from Bagua to "Full Contact Improv Dancing" will find something to add to their practice. On sunny days we take advantage of the extra space and bring out the long weapons, from swords to spears, so that we can work on our lightness and sensitivity.
Hello Everyone,
Sorry that we have taken so long to get started this year, but here it comes – the first Riverbank Push Hands Day for 2010. I hope that you and anyone who you think would enjoy a chance to explore two-person work based on centre and relaxation will be able to visit Riverbank, 4126 River Road West, Ladner (Delta), BC on Sunday Aug 29 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. We will be here rain or shine and there is no charge. There will be tea and cool drinks if it is a hot day. People often bring a snack that they can share with others.
If the day is sunny and dry we will be playing out back in the shade of the Weeping Willow Tree. There is lots of room in our backyard so feel free to bring interested friends and relatives who might enjoy watching the two-person side of T’ai Chi. Riverbank is an alcohol and tobacco free zone. On rainy days, we move indoors to play.
As usual, we are planning to end the day around 7:00 pm at Danny’s Restaurant in the Ironwood Shopping Centre off Steveston Hwy. in Richmond. Everyone is welcome to join us there for a great Chinese dinner. If you can’t come to the Push Hands but would like to come to dinner, please call us in advance at (604) 946-4983 so that we know how big a table to reserve.
If you are coming from Vancouver Island or from the Gulf Islands please let us know and we will pick you up at the Tsawassen ferries. We can also pick up people travelling by bus from the Ladner Bus Loop if you let us know when your bus will arrive.
If you haven’t attended a Riverbank Push Hands Day before and want to know more about them please phone us or send us an email. Everyone is welcome, from beginners to masters, and anyone who is interested in two-person work from Bagua to Full Contact Improv Dancing will find something to add to their practice. On sunny days we take advantage of the extra space and bring out the long weapons, from swords to spears, so that we can work on our lightness and sensitivity.
2010 is the 16th year that we have been holding Push Hands Days here at Riverbank. We hope to welcome many old friends back and make many more new ones.
Diane Kehoe & John Eastman
Riverbank, Ladner, BC, Canada
(604) 946-4983
Sage advice from a 101 year-old tai chi player.
Sage advice from a
101 year-old tai chi player.
This video comes from a Louisiana Television Station, Channel 5, KSDK. Some very sage advice from a 101-year-old Florine Ferree. More evidence that when someone lives a long time, they are worth listening too.Positive attitude. Learn to "...find pleasure in almost every situation." Practice every day. "Even in the negatives of life, you can find something that is pleasant and happy and that you can get some fun from."
A Taste of China 2010 Autumn Qigong Retreat: part 2 with Jay Dunbar
A Taste of China 2010
Autumn Qigong Retreat: part 2
November 5 - 7“Eighteen Luohan Qigong Exercises” (Sets 10-18)
and“Balancing the Heart: Medical Qigong”
Dr. Jay Dunbar Winchester, Virginia We emphasize that people who missed last year’s seminar should not hesitate to attend this year, as the second half may be learned independently of the first half. Dr. Jay provides an excellent introduction to include everyone. The Shiba (18) Luohan Qigong is a fifteen-hundred year-old set of meditative calisthenics involving body, mind, breath, qi, and spirit. They are the root of Chinese yoga (dao yin) and martial arts and are regarded as an “internal/external” set, meaning that they are dynamic and athletic as well as meditative, emphasizing stretching and big postures, and also matched breathing and internal visualization. “Balancing The Heart” is a Medical Qigong set. This single session is experiential and includes a wide variety of exercises, both physical and meditative, drawn from several qigong sets and traditions, designed to support healthy heart and small intestine function, lower blood pressure, improve sleep, reduce anxiety, and promote clarity and a sense of inner peace. Balancing the Heart: Medical QigongFriday night 7:00-9:00 p.m.
We begin our retreat weekend with a set of qigong exercises appropriate to everyone at all levels, including beginners. This course may be taken separately.
What is "medical" qigong? What makes one qigong exercise "medical" and another not? We will address these questions and, due to the brevity of this mini-seminar, focus on a single Qi circulation system: the Heart-Small Intestine. This session is experiential and includes a wide variety of exercises, both physical and meditative, drawn from several qigong sets and traditions, designed to support healthy heart and small intestine function, lower blood pressure, improve sleep, reduce anxiety, and promote clarity and a sense of inner peace.
You may also begin to see how aspects of the arts you already practice contain "medical qigong moments"!
Shiba Luohan Qigong: Ancient Health Exercises of Bodhidharma and the 18 Immortals
- Saturday morning, Session 1: 9:00-12:00
- Saturday afternoon, Session 2: 230-5:30 p.m.
- Sunday, Session 3 10:00-2:00 p.m.
Presenting Part 2: Exercises 10-18
Following his presentation of Exercises 1-10 in 2009, Dr. Jay teaches Exercises 10-18 this weekend. We emphasize that people who missed last year's seminar should not hesitate to attend this year, as the second half may be learned independently of the first half. Dr. Jay provides an excellent introduction to include everyone.
The Shiba (18) Luohan Qigong is a fifteen-hundred year-old set of meditative calisthenics involving body, mind, breath, qi, and spirit. Bodhidharma, a boddhisattva (luohan) of the 6th century, 28th patriarch of Buddhism in India, and founder of the Chan (Zen) sect, is said to have traveled to the Shaolin Temple, where he taught this set to the monks to improve their health, enhance their strength and flexibility, fortify their internal energy, and deepen their meditation.
The 18 separate exercises that comprise the Luohan set are the root of Chinese yoga (dao yin) and martial arts. Dr. Jay's version is from the Praying Mantis (tang lang) tradition, learned from three masters, preserved in full detail, and enhanced by the philosophy and whole-body insights of Taijiquan.
Luohan Qiqong is regarded as an "internal/external" set: it is both dynamic and athletic as well as meditative, emphasizing stretching and big postures, but also matched breathing and internal visualization. Anyone can do these "meditative calisthenics," regardless of athletic ability, by keeping to your own level of physical ability, and thus improve your quality of movement and enjoyment of life.
Invigorating yet calming, challenging yet fun, with engaging names such as "Welcoming the Immortals," "Gold Dragon Stretches Claws," "Old Monk Enters Enlightenment" and "Green Dragon Swings Its Tail," the Luohan are a total workout: excellent for stress relief, coordination, stretching, toning, and overall well-being.
Dr. Jay teaches with humor, inspiration, and high energy, in a manner similar to the storied folk image of their creator. (Instructional DVD available, $50)
Early discount deadline: Friday October 22
Pat RiceDirector, A Taste of China111 Shirley StreetWinchester, VA 22601Office 540.667.7595Mobile 540.247.2283www.atoctaijiquan.com
A Taste of China 2010 Autumn Qigong Retreat: part 1 with Shouyu Liang
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A Taste of China 2010
Autumn Qigong Retreat: part 1
September 10-12 “Taoist Qigong” from Qigong Empowerment Classic theory and sets of exercises. Master Liang Shou-yu Winchester, Virginia Master Shou-yu Liang brings insights into Daoist Qigong, a style of training that promises to expand your experience beyond the ordinary Qigong workshop. He is author of Qigong Empowerment: A Guide to Medical, Taoist, Buddhist, Wushu, and Energy Cultivation. With co-author Wen-Ching Wu, he is currently working on a new book about Liu He Ba Fa (one of the major internal styles of martial arts) and its relationship to Daoism and Daoist Qigong. Daoist Qigong and Traditional Chinese Medicine are closely related, both in theory and in practices. Daoist Qigong has as its purposes health, healing, longevity, and higher spiritual practices. Master Liang introduces us to all these aspects of Dao: a school of thought and philosophy, a system of self-cultivation. No previous experience is necessary to participate in any of these workshops. People with some foundation may learn a little faster, but there will be plenty of material and time for practice.Introduction: Qigong and Daoist Qigong This section may be taken separately.
Friday night 7:30-9:30 p.m.
We begin our retreat weekend with an overview of Traditional
Chinese Medicine (TCM) and its orientation to the human body
systems; qigong basics; and an introduction to Daoist Qigong.
Daoist Qigong: Cultivation and Training Concepts
Saturday morning,
- Session 1: 9:00-12:00
- Saturday afternoon, Session 2: 230-5:30 p.m.
- Sunday, Session 3 10:00-2:00 p.m.
In the three main sessions, Master Liang presents material from Qigong Empowerment, Daoist Qigong, Level One, and some from Level Two and Three.
The content includes:
- Information on basic theory: Daoist Qigong Philosophy and Theory, Daoist Medical Theory
- Taiji Yin Yang Qigong introduction to Reverse Breathing: how and why Small Circle Breathing; Large Circle Breathing
- Qi Circulation Methods
- Microcosmic Orbit
- Macrocosmic Orbit
- Absorbing Qi
- Nourishing Qi Method
- Accumulating Qi Method
- Golden Light Qigong
- Extraordinary Channels Circulation
- He may introduce also methods leading to spiritual cultivation.
Location
Hampton Inn Conference Center and the Shenandoah Taijiquan Center.
The Hampton Inn Conference Center is located at 1204 Berryville Avenue, Winchester, Virginia, 22601, at the intersection of Interstate 81 at Exit 315 and Route 7.
Directions
From north or south: I-81 Exit 315 and follow signs west into Winchester. The Hampton Inn is visible from the ramp.
From Routes 522 or 50 west of Winchester: follow highway signs into Winchester and then signs for Route 7 East. (Route 7 originates in Winchester.) The Hampton Inn is on the left immediately before Rt. 7 crosses I-81.
Early discount deadline: Friday August 27
Get More Chi in Your Tai Chi - B.K. Frantzis Seminars in Europe, Autumn 2010
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Get More Chi in Your Tai Chi
- B.K. Frantzis Seminars in Europe
September 4 - 5, 2010 Basel, Switzerland
September 10-12 2010: Malmö, Sweden
November 25 to 26 2010: Berlin, Germany
November 6-7 2010 : Neu-Ulm, Germany
Event Description:
If you want to learn to take your tai chi to the highest possible level, this is the course for you. Wu and Yang Style Tai Chi Lineage Holder Bruce Frantzis will introduce you to the specific energy techniques of Taoism’s 16-part neigong system.
This knowledge, rarely available in the West, is the source from which the entire Taoist art and science of chi development is derived. Bruce will show how the physical and internal chi techniques of neigong can be adapted to any energy, healing or martial art practice. As only a master can do, he will observe the students present and determine what is needed most to take their practice to the next level.
Possible topics include:
- Increasing and balancing your chi
- Maintaining physical health and emotional balance
- Supercharging self-defense techniques
- Enhancing focus and mental clarity.
Bruce will demonstrate ways to develop chi and reveal the innermost aspects of tai chi. You will discover the connections between small style tai chi (Wu) and large style tai chi (Yang), including both the energetic and movement principles.
Bruce will also introduce Taoist meditation you can practice within your form that goes beyond what is in tai chi as a martial art. Bruce will answer questions related to Chen style tai chi if such practitioners attend, but his primary emphasis will be on the Wu and Yang styles.
September 4-5 2010 Basel, Switzerland
Hosted by Alexis Heimann
Presented by Bruce Frantzis
Cost:
- $275 if paid by August 2; $315 thereafter
- €195 if paid by August 2; €225 thereafter
Qi-Gong und Tai-Chi Lehrer
Sempacherstrasse 24
CH-4053 Basel
Contact information
Alexis Heimann
Tel 0041 (0)61 362 01 94
Mobile 0041 (0)79 797 68 44
URL:
September 10-12 2010 Malmö, Sweden
Hosted by Daniel Skyle
Presented by Bruce Frantzis
Cost:
- $315 if paid by August 9; $345 thereafter
- €225 if paid by August 9; €245 thereafter
- Malmö Sweeden
- http://www.energyarts.com/Events/Main-Event-Category/Get-More-Chi-in-Your-Tai-Chi-Berlin.html
- Living Stillness Website
November 25 to 26 2010 Berlin, Germany
Hosted by
- Anita Kohler (Aikido-Dojo.de) and
- Olaf Rolving (Zendokan.de)
Presented by Bruce Frantzis
Cost:
- $275 if paid by August 27; $315 thereafter,
- €195 if paid by August 27; €225 thereafter
- Large discount available if attending both events on Berlin
Contact information
- http://www.energyarts.com/Events/Main-Event-Category/Get-More-Chi-in-Your-Tai-Chi-Berlin.html
- energyarts.com
November 6-7 2010 Neu-Ulm, Germany
Hosted by
- Ralph Heber
- Elisabeth Woersing
Cost:
200€ if paid by October 1; 240€ thereafter
Address of the Event:
Tai Chi Schule, Neu-Ulm, Germany
Contact information
URL
- http://www.energyarts.com/Events/Main-Event-Category/Get-More-Chi-in-Your-Tai-Chi.html
- http://www.energyarts.com/TaiChi.de%20
"Traditional Chinese Healing for Today's Body "
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"Traditional Chinese Healing for Today's Body "
August 15, 16, 17, 2010
Neversink, New york
USA
Hosted by Wu Wei Martial Arts
Presented by Kevin Sullivan
Event Description
Traditional Chinese Healing for Today’s Body
Kevin Sullivan will be conducting workshops throughout the three days at the New Age Health Spa in Neversink, New York. New Age Health Spa in located just 2.5 hours from New York City on 280 pristine acres in Sullivan County. Beside this workshop, this all- inclusive resort offers many amenities to help recharge the body and mind in a casual environment. In this workshop we divide a Tai Chi form into separate exercises that are easy to learn. With its smooth flowing postures and deep breathing, Tai Chi improves flexibility and strengthens joints to alleviate pain and improve posture, balance, and coordination. The course focuses on common problem areas such as the back and knees. Participants are encouraged to request exercises for their own specific needs.
Kevin Sullivan, the instructor for this workshop, has studied and taught martial arts for over twenty years. He has a 3rd degree black belt in Chung Moo Doe Asian Martial Arts (which requires expertise in 8 martial arts). He produces the award-winning cable television program “Tai Chi Made Easy” (which airs in Manhattan and Queens, New York) to share his knowledge with a wide audience.
Cost:
workshop included with room rates
Address of the Event:
New Age Health Spa is your destination spa in New York State. Located on 280 pristine acres in the Sullivan County Catskills, this all-inclusive resort offers health-enhancing programs and spa treatments for both women and men in a casual environment.
New Age Health Spa is conveniently located just 2 hours drive from New York city
New Age Health Spa •
PO Box 658 Rt. 55 • Neversink, NY 12765 •
800-682-4348 •
845-985-7600 •
845-985-2467 fax
www.newagehealthspa.com
Contact information
For more Information:
or
visit wuweimartiaarts.com
or
http://web.me.com/wuwei18/WuWeiMartialArts/Retreats_and_Workshops.html
Grand Master William C C Chen Tai CHi Workshop
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Grand Master William C C Chen Tai CHi Workshop
November 7, 2010
Duxbury, Massachusetts
USA
Hosted by South Shore Internal Arts Association
Presented by Grand Master William C C Chen
Event Description
A three part workshop for Yang style Tai Chi players. This is New England's only appearance of Grand Master Chen teaching his dynamics of Tai Chi. The course will be divided into three sessions. The first session will cover the basics of the form - broken down as only he does, Grandmaster Chen will teach the finer points of the form involving information of muscle and nerve activations that complete the understanding of the internals of this art. The second session will cover pushing hands as a practice for developing the sensitivity and internal energy of Tai Chi. You will learn not only how to neutralize successfully but how to express internal energy in a soft and sensitive manner. The third session will cover the application of the form.
Grandmaster Chen is renowned for his understanding and teaching of how Tai Chi applications actually work. You will learn the way of the no fist striking method as only taught by Grand Master Chen.
Beginners are welcome and will benefit highly from this workshop. Only requirement is knowledge of a Yang style Tai Chi form.
Cost: $175
Address of the Event:
Duxbury Council Of Aging
10 Mayflower Street
Duxbury, Ma 02332
Contact information
Bob Downey
Phone: 781-659-7767
Jimmy Morris
Phone: 781-934-7880
Website:
www.southshoreinternalarts.com
Yang style Tai Chi with Master Vincent Chu
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Yang style with Master Vincent Chu
21.11.2010 (November 21 - 27)
Spytihnev, Prague
Czech Republic
Hosted by Tai Ji Quan Klub Zlin
Presented by Master Vincent Chu
Event Description
Workshop in the Czech Republic from November 21 – November 27, 2010
Spytihnev:
a. 1 day workshop November 21, 2010
Three Circles Exercises
b. 3 days November 22 - November 24, 2010
42 Techniques Applications Form
Prague:
a. 3 days November 25 - November 27, 2010
Tai Chi Chuan for Beginners
Cost:
300 EUR
Address of the Event:
4 days in SPYTIHNEV - SKLENIKY
3 days in PRAGUE - KARLIN
CZECH REPUBLIC
Contact information
Websites:
http://www.gstaichi.org/english/workshops.php,
or
www.taijizlin.cz
Jiulong Baguazhang Rolling The Pearl Workshop
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Jiulong Baguazhang Rolling The Pearl Workshop
September 11th & 12th 2010;9.30-5PM
London
Camden
Hosted by Rey Bowen
Presented by Dr John Painter
Event Description
Internal connections / co-ordinations to develop whole body power
This seminar is a comprehensive introduction
to the fundamentals of the Li Family Jiulong Baguazhang
You will learn the following:
- Immortal Man Step/Rolling Step Explained
- The Swallow Step & Ba Step Turning Patterns
- How to be in motion and stay rooted
- The Wedge: structure and usage.
- Select Applications based on Rolling the Pearl Template!
Rolling the Pearl is the foundation training students learn when they formally
enter any Jiulong Baguazhang schools located in the USA, Canada and the UK.
Cost:
Early Bird Price £150 before 20/8/10;
£165 thereafter
Address of the Event:
Acland Burghley School
Burghley Road, London NW5 1UJ
Contact information
Rey Bowen
phone +44(0)7949535812
or
Website:
http://www.baguaengland.com/workshops.html
Workshop with Wudang Master Chen Li Sheng
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Workshop Wudang Master Chen Li Sheng
October 30th and 31st 2010
Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Hosted by Oriental College
Presented by Master Chen Li Sheng
Event Description
Chen Li Sheng is a Daoistische Master from the Wudang mountains in China. He is trained at the UNivesity for Daoist priests at Baiyunguan (white cloud temple) in Beijing.He is a respected and admired teacher in the WUdang Pai and a rising star in Taiji teaching circles. He is an inspiring teacher on theretical as well as practice issues. He teaches in the USA, SIngapore, China and now for the first time in Amsterdam at the Oriental College.
We are very happy to welcome him here in Holland for a workshop Taijiquan (T'ai chi chuan) and Qigong (Chi Kung). We will have translators available for english and dutch because we expect many foreign participants. His teaching methods are profound and effective and will benefit any style of Taiji or Qigong.
Cost:
€175,--
Address of the Event:
Yin Yang Centrum
Haarlemmermeerstraat 114-116
1058 KG Amsterdam
Telephone: +31 (0)204081228
Website: www.yinyangcentrum.com