Pushing Hands
Moving Fundamentals
June 22, 10:00am-1:00pm
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Moving partner practice
This workshop will cover Centering, single & double Push Hands and Rollback & Press, three practice drills which help practitioners learn:
◦ Rooted movement
◦ Flow from one technique to the next
◦ A sense of range and distance
Centering is our fundamental two person training exercise to develop the ability to listen, follow, stick & adhere
Single and double Push Hands are two person drills which focus on smooth, controlled motions to neutralize incoming force. Cooperative practice enhances learning so the techniques are grasped quickly.
The rollback and press partner exercise teaches rooted movement, possible angles of attack and range to the opponent. By concentrating on two techniques, rollback and press, the drill allows practitioners to focus on the importance of movement and evolution from one technique to the next.
Leading the seminar is Jeffrey Pratt, a YMAA International 7th duan instructor. Mr. Pratt has been practicing Taijiquan since 1987. He has taught and competed in Taijiquan nationally and internationally. A national champion and grand champion in Pushing Hands. He shares his love of the art and experience with everyone in the seminar.
YMAA Students contact us for discount info
◦ Rooted movement
◦ Flow from one technique to the next
◦ A sense of range and distance
Centering is our fundamental two person training exercise to develop the ability to listen, follow, stick & adhere
Single and double Push Hands are two person drills which focus on smooth, controlled motions to neutralize incoming force. Cooperative practice enhances learning so the techniques are grasped quickly.
The rollback and press partner exercise teaches rooted movement, possible angles of attack and range to the opponent. By concentrating on two techniques, rollback and press, the drill allows practitioners to focus on the importance of movement and evolution from one technique to the next.
Leading the seminar is Jeffrey Pratt, a YMAA International 7th duan instructor. Mr. Pratt has been practicing Taijiquan since 1987. He has taught and competed in Taijiquan nationally and internationally. A national champion and grand champion in Pushing Hands. He shares his love of the art and experience with everyone in the seminar.
YMAA Students contact us for discount info
Tan Tui, Games & Meditation
Aug 25-29 9:30am-12:30pm Ages 7+
Join us for five mornings of rigorous martial arts training, mindfulness practice and super fun games. Gameify your Kung Fu skills and practice while learning to focus your mind and body. Spend some time this summer growing your strength, focus, and martial arts skills.
Activities include:
This program is for rising 2nd graders and older.
Instructors: Malu Wilder and Samantha Schell
Activities include:
- Daily jump kick challenges
- Boxing padwork combos
- Footwork drills and games
- Kung Fu dodge ball
- Meditation & mindfulness practice
- Tan Tui (traditional Kung Fu forms)
This program is for rising 2nd graders and older.
Instructors: Malu Wilder and Samantha Schell