We are constantly told to “close and lock our kua” in our classes – what does this mean? In layman’s terms: straighten the curve of…
In a conversation with a fellow student, I was reminded of the words “Art Form” in relation to learning taiji as a martial art form.…
How to use this list: *Wondering why there are 9 points and not 10? Ask a tai chi nerd, they’ll know the answer.
Number of years practising tai chi: 6 years with a break of 6 years and recently returned to practising.Age: 21 Since I was young, I…
In December 2019, after much searching for a genuine taiji master, I had found three possible places. As I wasn’t sure about any of them…
Why should I study taiji instead of any other martial art or fighting form? “Continuously learning, continuously improving“ Taiji isn’t a fixed or finalized martial…
An interview with an Azitaiji student So, we are two and a half – nearly three – months in to lockdown in London for COVID-19,…
One of the most common phrases you’ll hear at the end of any taiji class (besides Yazi’s catchphrase “drink tea, eat biscuits!”) is probably “Don’t…