TAI CHI FOR SELF DEFENCE

If the tai chi school your are learning from teaches the art for self defence, the approach should be very comprehensive. The qigong and solo forms will contribute the cultivation of body and mind as superior vehicles or tools for self defence. Tuishou (pushing hands) and other two-person exercises will develop sensitivity, awareness and understanding of the opponent, their intent, their power, and their motivation. Duanshou teaches the martial applications and techniques hidden in the solo forms. Sanshou will allow the free exploration of the way that all these things can come together. Esoteric mental and physical exercises can further prepare you for the realities of actual combat.