Classical Taijiquan or "Yang, Banhou" Taijiquan. An unique martial Taiiquan program, as taught by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming (PhD). Yang, Banhou was the son of Yang Taijiquan founder Yang, Luchan, and the uncle of Yang, Chengfu, developer of the large frame Yang Taijiquan popular today. Classical Yang Taijiquan retains its martial character, in addition to the well-documented health and relaxation benefits common to all Taijiquan. Regardless of your reason for coming to Taijiquan, studying the martial side will enable you to conserve your energy and deepen your overall experience of the art. Richard Gibson has been authorized by the Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming to lead seminars and classes in this method. Instructor Richard Gibson teaching class. Here is what you will learn:                                       • Four Gates Breathing                                       • Five Patterns of Taiji Qigong                                       • Yin Yang Symbol Training                                       • Taiji Ball Qigong                                       • Taijiquan Mini Form                                       • Pushing Hands                                       • Applications (Striking, Locking & Throwing) Our goal is to have you, the student, reach a deep level of understanding and feeling. Rather than learning dozens of movements, we focus on a select few that are used as vehicles through which the principles of Taijiquan are expressed. If you can learn to express the principles in one movement, you will be able to discover how to do so in any movement. Once you are able to maintain equilibrium and flow during solo exercises, you are then taught a variety of two-person drills that will further develop your ability to remain relaxed and centered. Sensitivity and martial partner drills are essential to learning to carry the fundamental skills of Taijiquan into your daily life. Dr. Yang demonstrates an application for "Ward Off". The first stage of your training involves the development of good balance and a firm root. Without this basic foundation your Taijiquan will not have any power. The secret is relaxation. This is first achieved by learning to move slowly and calmly, feeling and letting go of all unnecessary tension in the body and mind. The next stage involves maintaining the qualities already developed while moving faster. This is an important stage. If you are only able to maintain the principles while moving slowly, your skill in Taijiquan will not be of use in daily life - where circumstances often require you to move quickly. After this you learn to interact with others. How do I receive the force of others? How do I apply my own force? Am I wasting energy? These are questions that are only answered through practice. Having "Spread Its Wings" the White Crane walks away.