2011 Workshop Leader Bios and Workshop...

2011 Workshop Leader Bios and Workshop Descriptions:

Push Hands Free Style for Beginners PushHands

This is not a guided workshop, but simply a location where beginners can push hands with each other. There will be several

experienced players to help out, and a bell rung periodically to be sure that people are changing partners. Rules of etiquette and

guidelines for play will precede the activity.

Date and Time Fri, May 20 at 6:00 pm

Location: Rec Barn Track Push Hands

Push Hands Free Style for Advanced Players PushHandsAdv

This is not a guided workshop, but simply a location where advanced players can push hands with each other. There will be a bell

rung periodically to be sure that people are changing partners. Rules of etiquette and guidelines for play will expect to be followed.



Taiji Research TaijiResearch

This will be a discussion of many top taiji researchers and the current state of research on Taiji and its many health benefits as well as

its ability to develop leadership skills.

Date and Time Sat, May 21 at 10:30 am

Location: Grist Mill Track Academic or Other

David Briggs

David Briggs Began studying martial arts in 1970. He has studied many styles including Shotokan

Karate ,Chen and Yang Tai Chi Chuan .Pa Kua Zhang and many others. He has taught Tai Chi Chuan

and Self Defense as accredited college classes at Bucks County Community College for 20 years.

Dragon Serves Tea DragonServes

Promotes whole body flexibility particularly in the spine. Enhances entrainment and flow of movement. Easy to learn with many

playful variations.

Date and Time Sat, May 21 at 1:30 pm

Location: Grist Mill Track Taiji or Qigong for Health

Date and Time Sun, May 22 at 1:30 pm

Location: Basketball Court Track Forms

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Howard Peck

Howard Peck has been a student of Tai Chi Chuan since 1988 when he began studying the Cheng Man-

ch'ng Yang Style Short Form followed by Yang Long form, sword, and many other taichi topics.

Recently, his interest in Standing Meditation has led him to attend workshops with Master Fong Ha and

with Master Sam Tam, both innovative Tai Chi teachers who emphasize Standing Meditation as a strong

foundation to Tai Chi.

Howard began teaching in 1999. His classes emphasize the importance of open, relaxed unbroken flow

of movement, proper posture and an attentive mind.

Power in Stillness: Introduction to Zhan Zhuang ZhanZhu

This workshop will introduce three basic Standing Postures:

1. Wuji; 2. Low Embrace; 3. High Embrace We will go over in detail all the fine points of these postures including proper body

alignment and mental intention for each posture. We will explore how internal power is cultivated with Zhan Zhuang and how this

power can be incorporated into one's Taiji practice. Lastly, several meditation techniques will be taught that are utilized while we

stand, that allows Zhan Zhuang to be a truly transcendental experience. Zhan Zhuang is very simple and very powerful. From this

short workshop, you will have the tools to begin this glorious practice! There will be very informative handouts given out at the end of

the workshop.

Date and Time Thu, May 19 at 3:00 pm

Location: Lower Field Track Forms

James Mao

James Mao has been practiced Tai Chi for more than 12 years with Master Julian Chu at Li Ming

Chinese Sunday School and had Martial Arts experiences for more than 35 years. He has assisted Julian

in Class and also open class at Ballys Fitness Center in Baltimore and Gaithersburg in the past 3-4 years

to teach for more than 200 students.

He has learned Cheng-Meng Ching 37 Tai Chi Forms, also Saber/Sword/Staff forms with Julian. Besides

Tai Chi, James also learned Karate with black dan, Taiquan, Judo, Ba Zi Feast and all miscellaneous

Martial Arts when he was 15 years old.

Rooting and Body Connection Rooting

Push Hands Principles and Practice Hands-on exploration of Rooting and Receiving Energy for push hands players, including some

useful exercises for practicing/developing these skills. Not geared to beginners, but everyone is welcome.


Location: Basketball Court Track Push Hands



Jingshan Tang

Mr. Tang holds a Master's Degrees in Physical Educatuion and was a professor in China. He was about

to participate in the gymnastics training when he suffered an accident. This challenge brought him to

Wild Goose Qigong and he had a remarkable recovery. Mr. Tang came to this country with little

knowledge of English, yet he built a successful practice in teaching various forms ot T'ai Chi, Qigong,

Fan, & Sword Play.

Along with teaching each form, he imparts the TCM behind the movements, which enriches the students

depth of knowledge and expertise. He also shares his continuing studies in TCM nutrition with his

students. Many students have remarked on their health improvements. Of particular note, a senior

woman believes she avoided knee surgery (while the rest of her family needed their knees replaced)

because of her classes with Mr. Tang. He makes himself available to each student's challenges and

needs, thereby customizing the practice for them.

Six Healing Sound Qi Gong HealingSound

Six Healing Sound Qigong originated around 250 A.D., during the Chin Dynasty. The earliest written record about this form is found

in the book entitled Nourish Mind and Longevity Record, written by the famous Chinese medical doctor Tao Hong Jing (581-681).

To improve health and vitality, this practice uses vocal sounds, breath, movement, and meditation to improve energy or Qi

circulation. When practiced regularly with proper intent, It helps to harmonize internal functions and contribute to the practitioner's

longevity. According to ancient Chinese wisdom, each sound is associated with an internal organ system, an external sense organ,

and an emotion.

Date and Time Sun, May 22 at 10:30 am


Wu Style Tai Chi for Longevity WuStyleTaiCh

Wu style T'ai Chi has a history of being associated with longevity. It has been noted that Yang and Chen style T'ai Chi practitioners

live 30% longer than non-practitioners. But, Wu style T'ai Chi practitioners live an extra 10% longer than those who practice Yang

and Chen T'ai Chi!

This workshop will explore the health benefits and skills of practicing

Wu style T'ai Chi.





Kathleen Stricker

Helmed by Kathleen Stricker, ND, CNC, DayStar Natural has served hundreds of clients from the PA,

NJ, DE tri-state area over the last 12 years and has gathered and assembled materials, creating her own

manual from which she conducts free natural health seminars that are open to the public. Kathy's

comprehensive repertoire of both training and experience makes DayStar Natural the natural choice to

help you plot your course towards good health.

-Graduate of Trinity College of Natural Health, Doctor of Naturopathy, Certified Nutritional Consultant

-Graduate of the National Association of Certified Natural Health Professionals

-Certified Herbal Consultant, certified by the Tree of Light Institute

-Voice BioAnalysis Specialist, trained by Kae Thompson-Liu

-Colon Hydrotherapist, trained by the Wood Hygienic Institute of Florida

-Levels 1 & 2 training in The KI Method (TKM) Ki-iki Jutsu at the King Institute

-Completed coursework in Clinical Aromatherapy, Iridology, Parasitology, Nature's 9-1-1, Bach Flowers,

Body Work, Children's Nutrition and Vaccinations, and Face, Tongue, and Nail Analysis

-Additional specialties include Nutrition Response Testing, Designed Clinical Nutrition, and Quantum

Reflex Analysis

Get Healthy and Stay Healthy Naturally Nutrition

Good news! It is possible to correct and reverse the body's deficiencies and imbalances and to restore a state of good health.

Nutrition Response Testing measures neurological reflexes using known acupuncture points that correlate directly to the regulatory

functions of each and every organ in the body. This clinically proven system is different from any other healing practice ever

experienced before. Without having to rely on drugs or chemical supplements, the body responds wonderfully to Designed Clinical

Response to determine the correct nutrients that the body is simply not getting or not assimilating with the current standard American

diet.

Date and Time Fri, May 20 at 9:00 am


Lan Tran

I have been involved in martial arts since 1972 w/ Judo. I then began Shorin Ryu Karate under Sensei

Clarence Murray III from 1976-1983. 1984-1987 I studied American TKD w/ Rodney Batiste (1984 US

middleweight kickboxing champ). In 1987 I broke away from the karate world and started training in

Tai Chi (Yang style) where I got my US Title for Tai Chi combat and forms under the Taiwanese

Kuoshu Federation in 1994. I opened my Tai Chi school in Silver Spring MD and taught Tai Chi until

1999 when I moved to Philadelphia and started training in Baji Chuan and Hsing-I. I now currently

teach a combination of Tai Chi, Hsing-I and Baji as well as modifying it for modern day usage.

Rooting FoundationsRootFndtn

Why rooting is the foundation of Tai Chi. We will demonstrate Tai Chi applications and how rooting is applied. The goal is for

practitioners to understand how the martial applications of Tai Chi manifest through understanding one's structure and root. Tai Chi

for today's self defense."


Location: Rec Barn Track Forms



Paul Cote

Academic Training Traditions is a public service organization specializing in holistic integrative

education in the martial arts and mind-body connections to the life sciences. This includes specially

designed programs, workshops, and lectures that draw on principles and methods from taiji quan,

qigong, and yoga. Over the years, Paul Cote, PhD, Director of Academic Training Traditions, has

provided many an introduction to mind-body practices for novices of all ages and special needs groups,

and he has conducted and coordinated numerous seminars and study groups for veteran martial artists

and mind-body practitioners. He has additional long standing career experience as a university professor

and research scientist in the biomedical sciences.

Bagua Bagua

Bagua is the art of circles and straight lines. This workshop will focus on the martial applications.


Location: Lower Field Track Taiji for Self Defense or Competition

Siobhan Hutchinson

Siobhan Hutchinson is an accredited T'ai Chi Chih and Seijaku (advanced form) teacher. She became

certified in China as a teacher of Guigen Qigong and is a student of Jingshan Tang in Wild Goose

Qigong, Six Healing Sounds, and Animal Play Qigong. She is also a Reiki teacher with a Master's

Degree in Holistic Health at Georgian Court University. Her gentle teaching methods convey the spirit

of the practice. She has experience with physically and mentally challenged patients, encouraging them

in a warm partnership. Students have experienced increased range of motion and balance, as well as an

overall sense of well-being.

Energy MedicineEnergyMedicine

Learn natural methods to tap into your body's own healing powers. Easy, simple, and fun methods stemming from Traditional

Chinese Medicine and indigenous cultures (aka Donna Eden's Energy Medicine). Reduces stress, anxiety, and increases vitality.

Date and Time Thu, May 19 at 10:30 am

Location: Lower Field Track Taiji or Qigong for Health

Tai Chi ChihReducingStress

Learn natural and simple methods of reducing stress, while increasing vitality. T'ai Chi Chih is an easy mindful, moving meditation

with proven health benefits. It revvs up the Chi quickly, while calming the mind. Energy Medicine (Donna Eden methods) combines

both Traditional Chinese Medicine with indigenous techniques. This is a fun way to learn to tap into your own body's resources!



UCLA Tai Chi UCLATaiChi

An introduction to a 'short' form of T'ai Chi with many health benefits. Can be taught seated or standing. Adopted by UCLA for

research studies- increases immunity, reduces insomnia. Great for increasing energy while calming the mind. Experience the Chi with

the movements and learn the history behind it. Research studies will be available.





Dr George Hawrysch

Starting in 1974 George Hawrysch founded or co-founded five national and international Tai Chi

organizations, all of which are still operating. A number of his senior students have opened their own

independent internal arts schools. Dr. Hawrysch has trained extensively with advanced practitioners both

in China and throughout North America, and holds degrees from the University of Toronto and Harvard

University.

The Deep Structure of Tai Chi DeepStructure

This session describes a lower layer of constituent elements that account for the visible features of individual named Tai Chi “moves”

and the transitions among them. The presence of these smaller elements may be seen as a secondary structure in Tai Chi movement;

the rules governing how these sub-units interact with one another within a given Tai Chi form may be further understood as Tai Chi’s

tertiary structure. A paradigm is presented wherein individual styles of Tai Chi Chuan may be seen as having a “grammar” —

unobvious mechanical components plus empirical rules for combining them into the manifested external postures.



Beginning Freestyle Push Hands Freestyle

Students’ first experiences of free-form push hands are often accompanied by an uncertainty about what exactly to do or a sense of

excessive force. This workshop presents a method for achieving a sequence of small, non-competitive goals for people who are just

starting out with freestyle push hands. We begin with ways to generate upper-body shapes from lower-body motions, then develop a

force-free connection to a partner’s center, and finally learn how to practice free-form fixed step push hands without the possibility of

it leading to muscular resistance or unwanted incursion. This approach is especially oriented on Tai Chi teachers looking for new

ways to introduce complete novices to push hands free-play in a non-threatening environment.



Introduction to Liu He Ba Fa QuanLiuHeBaFa

“Six Harmonies Eight Methods” is a stand-alone internal art distinct from Tai Chi Chuan. Like Tai Chi, it is practiced primarily as a

form but has its own signature principles and movements. This class is a brief introduction LHBF’s structure and function, including

how some of its features are related to those of Tai Chi Chuan. The initial movements of the LHBF set will be taught for this purpose,

both with and without the principles, in order to highlight the connection between Liu He and Tai Chi. There will be no coverage of

LHBFs’s history, philosophy, or combat applications.



Towards a Typology of Tai Chi MastersTypology

We identify three main classes of individual commonly classified as masters of Tai Chi (as opposed to coaches, experts, or grand-

masters). This typology is not presented in terms of their function, but rather with respect to how they construct their involvement in

the art and how that mode of involvement ultimately shapes their roles in Tai Chi’s propagation. The basis of the types rests on the

primary choices about how each master elects to relate to Tai Chi, and how their supporters construct their relationships to him or her.

This classification is then contrasted with other possible typologies, for example those based on degree of public access or positions

occupied in official lineages.





Dr. CJ Rhoads

CJ Rhoads has been playing taijiquan since 1990, and is one of the founders of the Taijiquan Enthusiasts

Organization. CJ has first hand experience regarding the transforming powers of this gentle art and has

conducted quite a bit of research regarding the health and emotional benefits from Taijiquan. She has

published dozens of articles on taiji, and developed a leadership curriculum based upon Taiji called

Pacem In Vita.

18 Therapies 18Therapies

This simple set of qigong exercises goes from the head to the toes and provides a refreshing healthful workout of the whole entire

body.



Business Strategy for Healthcare BusinessSide

Are you trying to develop or run an alternative healthcare business such as Tai Chi, Accupuncture, Reiki, Massage Therapy, Pilates,

Fitness Centers, or any one of dozens of other Alternative Healthcare organizations? This workshop is designed for those of you that

have one or more problems that keep you from optimizing your practice. Dr. CJ Rhoads and Dave Bosler will share the secrets of

successful alternative healthcare professionals and how to gain a consistent, strong income stream so that you can keep your business

going and help more and more people.

Find out why so many alternative healthcare organizations fail - and make sure yours isn't one of them! You will come away from

this workshop with practical relevant ideas for increasing your income and decreasing your stress.



Mr Jonathan N. Krehm

Jonathan Krehm is the number three disciple of Sifu Wu Kwong Yu (Eddie). Jonathan has studied at the

Toronto Branch of Wu's Tai Chi Chuan Academy since 1977. He is a certified Wu Style Instructor.

Jonathan is currently President of Wu’s Tai Chi Chuan Academy and one of the senior instructors in

Toronto. He has been an active in Chinese martial arts organizations in Canada having served as

President of the Canadian Taijiquan Federation and as a director of The COTTQA, Wushu Ontario,,and

the CCKSF.

Jonathan competes in tournaments regularly and was Grand Champion in both the Swedish Tai Chi

Chuan Championships in 2006 and the Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan International Competition in Singapore

in 2007.

Besides his Toronto teaching duties he gives seminars annually in Greece.

Wu Style Tai Chi ChuanSquareFrmWu

Why the Square Form? An Introduction to the distinctive Pedaogy of Wu Style. The how , why , when, and where of Sectional

Training will be described and taught in detail for the Wu Style of Tai Chi Chuan.





Wu Style Push Hands WuStylePH

An Introduction to Wu Style Tui Shou training. Jonathan Krehm and Martin Kennedy will demonstrate the 10 kinds of Wu Style push

hands training routines.

1 Basic or joint hands 2.Forward backward 3.Large Circle 4 Half step 5 Chainstep 6 Rollelbow 7 Lean forward/backward 8 Nine

Palace 9 Stationary Nine Palace and 10 Ta –Lu

They will then teach the first routine (Basic) and the principles of Wu Style push hands .



Mr. Andy R. Cappuccio

Andy studied Goju Karate from many years before his study of Taijiquan began 15 years ago. He is

certified to teach the Shen Wudao System of Martial and Healing arts by his teacher, Dr. Christopher

Viggiano, Shifu/Shihan.

Ba Duan Jin EightBrocade

One of the most popular Qigongs,the classic Eight Brocades has a rich historical background dating back over 800 years. History,

variations and detailed information pertaining to internal organs and the Jing Luo(meridians) will be covered in this workshop.


Location: Rec Barn Track Taiji or Qigong for Health

The Luo ShuMagicSquare

A 4000 year old magic square, the Luo Shu (River Scroll)is an ancient Chinese mathamatical emblem used in the Yi Jing, Feng Shui,

Silk Reeling and Bagua amongst many others. This class will cover the history and how to use the numbers to enhance your hand and

foot postures through movement.





Mr. Ben Caccavale

Ben Caccavale is the cofounder and head instructor of Strength From Within, a wellness practice that

teaches the fundamentals of Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong. He has been a student of the martial arts for

over 25 years, beginning his training in Isshin-Ryu Karate. Ben began his Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong

training in 1999, and is a student of Master Jingshan Tang. Forever a student, Ben continues his training

through his teachers and attending workshops.

The mission of Strength From Within is promoting Tai Chi and Qigong in the community. Ben's focus is

the Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan, teaching Short Form, Long Form, and various weapons forms. Using

these forms, he emphasizes three fundamental components of balance: posture, movement, and

breathing. Ben also teaches various Qigong forms, focusing on health and balance.

Ben currently teaches beginner, intermediate and advanced Tai Chi and Qigong classes at Cloud Hands

Relaxation and Wellness Center, at the Pennridge Community Senior Center, and at Grand View

Hospital.

Taiji Anywhere TaijiAnywhere

Tai Chi Chuan is a paradox. It is considered a formidable martial art, an incredible healing art, and a meditative tool. There are many

who embrace the martial art, training to achieve the fabled internal power. Others use Tai Chi for healing and longevity, using the

forms as one would use Qigong for healing. And then there are some who use Tai Chi as moving meditation, focusing on the mind-

body-spirit elements.

What about the in-between practitioner who plays with Tai Chi because it is an enjoyable exercise? To this person, Tai Chi is another

exercise that they do in addition to walking, biking, weight lifting, or dancing. It is not a fighting art, nor is it a path to spirituality.

But that does not mean the fundamentals of Tai Chi cannot be integrated into their daily lives.

The Taiji Anywhere Initiative is a practice that uses the underlying principles of Tai Chi Chuan in oneG





Mr. Jan Gyomber

Jan Gyomber has been an exercise and wellness consultant for over 25 years. He began studying

Taijiquan (Tai Chi) and Qigong in 1993. Competition awards include, US Wushu Union Nationals

2005 gold medal Yang Style Taijiquan, USWU Nationals 2006 gold medal Liu He Ba Fa, and ICMAC

2009 National Finals gold medal Yang Style Taijiquan.

Jan served as venue manager/host at the historic International

Taijiquan Symposium, Vanderbilt University, July, 2009. During the 2009 Taijiquan Enthusiasts

Festival he presented 2 workshops.

A National Qigong Association (NQA) Certified Level III Advanced

Instructor as well as a Certified Tai Chi for Arthritis Instructor, Jan currently serves on the NQA national

board of directors. He is a member of the Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan International Association.

Taiji Qigong TaijiQigong

Qigong energy flow practice is an important part of the art of Taijiquan This workshop will introduce easy to learn qigong exercises

and relate them to the basic movements of Taijquan. Bring Qi into your Taiji, and have fun.





Ten Step Taijiquan TenStep

A balanced short Tai Chi sequence, perfect for teaching beginners, or practicing with limited time or space. The ten step form uses

both left and right hand versions of classic Tai Chi movements, balancing both sides of the body. Perfect for teaching large groups or

in limited space, as each player needs only a few feet to play. Ten Step Taiji retains the essential benefits in a balanced, condensed

form.



Mr. Lee N. Scheele

Lee Scheele is a 30+ year student of T'ai Chi Ch'uan. His principle teachers have been Ben Lo in Chen

Man-Ch'ing Style and Tony Ho in Wu Style Square Form, and he has had workshop exposure to many

other top teachers over the years. In the past, Lee has competed in a number of push hands tournaments

with superheavyweight victories both nationally and internationally.

Principles-Based Form Corrections FormCorrection

Hands-on, detailed corrections to bring participants (Please elaborate)



Push Hands: Principles and Practice PushHandsPrinci

Hands-on, detailed corrections to bring participants (Please fix and/or elaborate)



Stick and FollowStickFollow

Theoretical and practical ideas to improve your understanding one of a key passage in the Classics - GaZhan, Lian, Nian, Sui, no

resisting, no letting go - and how these ideas relate to push hands practice. Instructor is a many-time winner of both national and

international push hands tournaments.





Mr. Luke Jih

Dr. Luke [Chang-shin] Jih is professor at Temple University as well as certified instructor in Buddhist

Meditation, Tai-Chi-Chuan, Yoga, and Feng-shui. He combines his academic specialties of

"Comparative Philosophy" and "Eastern Religions" with his personal interests of integration of

Body/Mind/Spirit.

Push Hands Applications PHApps

The nature of this workshop is in the categories of "pushing hands', and "application of Taichi." Participants will learn about the

martial art application of Taichi movements, and integrate them into the exercise of pushing hands.



Mr. Martin Kennedy

Martin began his training in 1981 under Sifu Wu Kwong Yu in Toronto .Martin began teaching in

Toronto in 1984 under the supervision of Sifu Wu Kwong Yu and moved to Fredericton in 1994. He

taught throughout the Fredericton area in various locations - such as YMCA, Bodylines, UNB,

Fredericton Physiotherapy, Fredericton Recreation Department.In the spring of 1998 Wu's Tai Chi

Chuan Academy Fredericton was established. Martin continues to offer all level of instruction -

beginners, intermediate, senior and senior age classes. As well as the hand form, he is also a qualified

instructor of the sabre form .Martin conducts seminars in Canada and the US.

Wu Style Push HandsWuStylePH2

An Introduction to Wu Style Tui Shou training. Jonathan Krehm and Martin Kennedy will demonstrate the 10 kinds of Wu Style push

hands training routines.

1 Basic or joint hands 2.Forward backward 3.Large Circle 4 Half step 5 Chainstep 6 Rollelbow 7 Lean forward/backward 8 Nine

Palace 9 Stationary Nine Palace and 10 Ta –Lu

They will then teach the first routine (Basic) and the principles of Wu Style push hands .





Mr. Mel Roberts

Has an extensive martial arts background in various styles and diciplines spanning over 40 years. He

specialized in Chinese Wushu/Kungfu under Master Li Pei Yun since 1999 in Northern and Southern

External fist styles and their related weaponry, then began formal study into the "3 Sister" Internal arts of

Taiji, Xing Yi Quan and BaGua Zhang with related weaponry. In 2005 to further enhance his kungfu

experience, He founded the Bucks County LionDance Team and performs with his team at various

martial arts related functions, Dinner Banquets and opening ceremonies on a continuing basis across the

Tristate area. Duriing his National martial arts competition days from '83 -'07 he excelled in Hand forms,

Weaponry, and Contact sparring. He won two gold medals at the US Chinese KuoShu Federation

Championships in HuntValley Md in 2003 for Xingyi hand forms and Mens' advanced sparring. A two

time Hall of Fame Inductee in the National BlackBelt League '01, '02 and was inducted into Living

Legends of Sport Karate in 04. Retiring from competition in '07 his focus is now on further research and

study to enhance his understanding of the Internal arts with Dr. Chris Viggiano, teaching his own

students martial arts, Liondance performance and conducting selfdefense workshops for various women's

organizations.

Basic Broadsword (Dao) BasicBroadsword

Introduction to the basic short weapon of the Chinese foot soldier including an easy 12 movement routine containing movements of

coiling/tigertail, clouding, thrusting, slashing.


Location: Basketball Court Track Weapons

Chinese Saber aka Broadsword (DAO) ChineseSaber

This workshop will include basic technique drills in thrusting, slashing, coiling/'Tigertail', twirls including 'Flower patterns' and

'Clouding', footwork,combat applications common to the Northern and the Southern styles of Chinese martial arts. A simple, easy to

learn, 12 movement routine will also be taught. Practice weapons will be available to borrow on a first come, first serve basis.

Numbers are LIMITED. It is strongly encouraged to bring one's own weapon.


Location: Basketball Court Track Weapons

XingYi QuanXingYiQuan

XingYi Quan or Mind/Shape Boxing. One of the classic '3 Sisters' of the Internal arts of TaiJi, BaGua and XingYi. This introductory

workshop will cover the 5 fist methods of 'Splitting' 'Crushing' 'Drilling' 'Exploding or Canon' and 'Crossing' its corosponding 5

elements of Metal, Fire, Wood, Earth and Water. A simple routine will also be taught for each fist method.





Mr. Stephen A. Higgins

Steve Higgins has been a student of the martial arts for over 30 years, and a student of Taiji and Qigong

for since 1986 . He is the Chief Instructor at Cold Mountain Internal Arts, Kitchener, Canada. He is one

of the founding members of the Taijiquan Enthusiasts Organization.

Crane Style Part II - Taijiquan Crane2

Animal Essences Part II: Cold Mountain Crane-style Taijquan ---

Based upon the Old Yang Middle Frame Taijiquan of Yang Chien-hou, but

incorporating elements drawn from other styles, this Taijiquan form was

developed at Cold Mountain Internal Arts in Canada. It radically opens the body and trains balance and power. Great emphasis is

placed on opening the Central Equilibrium and Central (Thrusting) Vessel. The form has only 19 moves. (We'll see how many of

them we can get through in a workshop setting! ;-))

Animal Essences Part I is a desireable preparation for this, but not

absolutely essential.



Crane Style Part III - Taijiquan Crane3

This session extends Animal Essences Part II, in hopes that the entire 19 movement Crane Taijiquan form can be transmitted and

practiced by the participants.



Crane Style Part I - QigongCraneStyle

Animal Essences Part I: Crane Qigong ---

This internal energy-meditation is based upon the classic Crane

exercises of the Yin-fu Bagwazhang system and is considered advanced training in the Shen lineage of the Old Yang Middle Frame

Taiji. This particular configuration, taught by Steve Higgins of Cold Mountain Internal Arts in Canada, was developed in response to

a request by The Bereaved Families of Ontario and has a deep emotionally balancing aspect. It is intensely meditative and also serves

as an introduction to the Cold Mountain Crane-style Taiji fighting form.





Mr. Steven Arbitman

Steven Arbitman has been studying Tai Chi and Kung Fu since 1968, learning Yang and Chen styles. He

has learned saber, staff, and other unarmed forms of Kung Fu. at first a student of Dr. Fred Wu, of

Columbus, OH, for the last 11 years he has studied under Laoshi John Chen of the Ba'z Tai Chi and

Kung Fu Studio, where he has achieved his black belt rank. In 2002 he won a Silver Medal in Mens

Advanced Yang Style Form at a regional competition in Baltimore. He has been teaching tai chi to

students of all ages for the last seven years.

Structure Training Structure

Structure training is one of the most neglected and also one of the most beneficial aspects of tai ji training. Proper structure creates

proper rooting, peng, and leg strength. This training helps prevent osteoporosis, and reduce falls, two proven medical benefits of tai

ji. Structure training begins with the mabu (horse) stance. A form specifically for structure training will be taught, as will leg

strengthening exercises, and students will be taught how to apply structure training to their own tai ji forms. Structure training

exercises are available for various levels of ability, and more time will be spent at the level of the majority of attendees. Attendees

will put some effort into this class, but the effort is recommended for both beginner and advanced students.



Three Taiji Martial Applications TaijiApps

If you are interested in Taiji as a martial art, this seminar is for you. Three common Yang-style moves, 'Part the Wild Horse's Mane',

'Fair Lady Works the Shuttles', and 'Diagonal Flying' will be reviewed, and their self-defense application explained step-by-step.

Attendees will have a chance to practice these applications, partnering with other attendees. It is not always obvious how a given

move is applied, and attendees will gain a greater appreciation of use of taiji as a martial art. This is NOT a push-hands class. Moves

will be taught in terms of responding to two different punches and a grab from behind. Open to beginners through advanced.





Mr. T. Julian Chu

Mr. Julian Chu has been teaching Yang-style Taijiquan and weapons for about 30 years in Tennessee

and the metropolitan area of Washington, D.C. His current classes in Maryland and Virginia include

Cheng Man-Ching’s style Taijiquan, Yang-style Taiji sword, Yang-style Taiji saber, Yang-style Taiji

spear/long-staff, and push hands. He has been co-sponsoring the quarterly greater Washington, D.C.

area push-hand events over 15 years. He is a senior student of Mr. Benjamin Lo and has published a

number of articles in Taiwan Taijiquan Magazines.

Four Ounces FourOz

The purpose of this workshop is to help achieve effortless action and thereby enhance the ability in push hands, particularly for those

who have studied push hands for over ten (10) years and who have already had a good understanding of rooting and body

coordination following the Taijiquan principles.

Push hands demands a high degree of relaxation, sensitivity, and coordination. The aim of push hands execution is able to throw the

opponent away with just the slightest of movement. But, after developing the rooting and body coordination, one may wonder why

the push hands or self-defense application is still far away from the Taijiquan concept of “using four ounces to deflect a thousand

pounds?” Or is there a way to obtain an irresistible form of 'soft and invisible' power? Or what is the real meaning of relaxation

under pressure and how to achieve the emptiness and flexibility for use in push hands? The discussion and demonstration will focus

on applying effortless action in push hands, thus transforming from non-action and non-aggression to free and spontaneous responses

to all situations.



Ms Frances L. Gander

In 1977, after completing her master of fine arts degree at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, her

study of taijiquan began with Waysun Liao in Oak Park, IL. She sought the practice to strengthen her

body after an old back injury. The practice brought. She went on to study Cheng Man Ching’s Yang

style taijiquan and then Northern old Yang’s taijiquan with Grandmaster Yin Chian Ho in Milwaukee.

In 1990 she enrolled in the Traditional Acupuncture Institute in Maryland (now TAI Sophia). Following

graduation and her master‘s of acupuncture degree, she entered TAI’s Chinese herbal medicine program

taught by Ted Kaptchuk, OMD. She apprenticed with Fang Daohe, L.Ac. where she learned practical

aspects of the practice of herbal medicine.

Frances relocated her practice to Athens in southeastern Ohio in 2004.

In 2005 she studied at the Chengdu University of TCM. Again in China in 2010, she was on silent

retreat at a monastery in Hunan province, China. During this time, study and meditation brought home

the Confucian ethics of living an authentic life and the value of xiao (family reverence) in daily life.

Frances has been teaching classes and workshops in taijiquan and qigong since 1990. She is Editor and

Publisher of the Journal of Martial Arts & Healing. A selection of articles from the JMAH will appear in

a book later in 2011.

Wu De and Xiaoti in the Martial Arts WuDe

The martial arts classroom is a laboratory for transforming our ego-driven competitiveness that permeates our daily lives. A teacher

or sifu is a teacher-father or teacher-mother. Our classes are made up of older and younger brothers/sisters, those who have been on

the path longer or shorter amounts of time. The etiquette of the classroom involves bowing upon entering and leaving the class room,

speaking respectfully to our teachers and martial arts sisters and brothers. What is the deeper meaning of this behavior? How do we

rectify that with our everyday lives? Frances brings stories and teaching from her 40 years taijiquan study to elucidate this aspect of

our martial arts training.





Ms Maureen C. Ferry

Under the tutelege of GrandMaster B.P Chan I learned to love, respect , share and teach the art of Chi

Gung and Tai Chi. In 2002 I co-founded "Tai ChiFor All' where people of all ages and abilities come

together to practice creating peace and harmony , therfore Keeping Mr, Chan's Dream Alive. In 2009 I

became a member and certified instructor of the American Health Preservation, continuing to learn and

share as much as possible with students and teachers alike.

10 Tao Exercises 10Taoexercises

10 easy stretch type exercise that Mr. Chan used as a general warm-up for any martial art stlye or form. He quoted that they are good

for Tai chi,Tai Kwon Do and Karate. Maureen studied with Mr. Chan until his passing and then continued his class in his memory at

the Pearl River library and the New Jersey botanical gardens in Ringwood, NJ. Some of Mr. Chan's students to continue his practice

and keep his dreams alive. Students are the true teachers indeed .

'You teach best what you most need to know.'





Shifu Yuzhi Lu

Shifu Yuzhi Lu was born in 1951 and has studied wushu at the age 12. She received her bachelor degree

from the physical education department of Qufu University and was an instructor there for over 16 years.

After which, she continues her martial arts studies in Beijing, Shanghai, and Shangdong province.

Learning and Refining the Yang 24 FormYang24

The Yang style 24 form is the most widely practiced and taught tai chi form in the world today. Developed as a simplified version of

the Yang long form, the Yang 24 is enjoyed by millions as an easy-to-learn form with both health and martial benefits. In this

workshop, Shifu Yuzhi Lu offers the benefits of her years as a teach of physical education in China. You will learn the subtle

nuances of the Yang 24, discover its hidden techniques. All levels welcome.





Shirfu Spencer Gee

Spencer Gee represented the US in 1981 for the first Wushu tour to the People’s Republic of China.

Spencer Gee is a personal trainer, aerobics instructor, and instructor of traditional Kung-Fu at Two

Worlds Fitness Center in Greenvale. He is an instructor, under Eric A. Leigh, in Pankration, the Martial

Art of all Powers and under Professor Amante P. Marinas, he is also a Master of Pananandata, the

Filipino art of weapons. Mr. Gee is currently studying Brazilian Capoeira and Gracie Jujitsu; and is also

serving as a guest professor at Hofstra University, under the auspices of Professor Joe Buebenas, for the

Tai Chi and Self-Defense courses given there.

Tai Chi Toolbox Toolbx

This workshop explores a nontraditional and creative way to approach traditional tai chi movement by using exercise props such as

therabands, stability balls, dumb-bells, Reebok aerobic step and pilates magic circles. Attendees can walk away with a variety of

ideas they can implement immediately working one-on-one with students or groups.









Sifu John Loupos

John Loupos, M.S., C.H.S.E. has been teaching martial arts since 1968. His martial arts background

includes Okinawan Karate, several styles of Chinese Kung Fu, Taijiquan, Liu He Ba Fa, Bagua, Hsing-I,

qigong, and more. John also has a background in Classical homeopathy and is a Certified Hanna

Somatic Educator. He serves on the board of directors for the Association for Hanna Somatic Education

and is the founder of Jade Forest Kung Fu/ Tai Chi in Cohasset, Ma., where he also maintains his Pain

and Mobility Clinic. John has published several books on Tai Chi and assorted other learning media. His

latest book, “The Sustainable You - Somatics and the Myth of Aging,” has just become available.

Somatic Movement Patterns for Tai ChiHannaSomatics

Hanna Somatics is a remarkably simple and effective method for addressing, or preventing, pain and stiffness. You can’t voluntarily

control in your body what you can’t sense. Somatics offers a unique approach to reorienting your neural circuitry to eliminate pain

and stiffness and increase your ability to manage and control your own body… a perfect co-practice for all Tai Chi’ers.



Rainy Day Tai Chi RainyDayTC

“Rainy Day” excerpts Tai Chi’s most important movement patterns for in-depth bilateral practice. A great way to explore Tai Chi

nuances and improve your grasp of Tai Chi’s defining features.





Tai Chi Connections TCConnections

All Tai Chi, regardless of style, is based on certain universal principles. Your acquisition of these principles is the key to true mastery

of Tai Chi Chuan. This Tai Chi Connections seminar will focus on the nuances of body organization to improve your sense of

structure & fluidity.




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