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The hare and the tortoise
I often get asked by students regarding how they are progressing. To be honest, there isn't a simple answer which I can give.
Feb 25, 20232 min read
Learning strategies: The art of improvisation
What happens when you don't know enough or you lost your flow? Do you stop or do you carry on?
Aug 29, 20222 min read
Militia style sabres
The search for a suitable sabre is never an easy one. When I first started my martial journey there were a number of kung fu shops.
Dec 18, 20214 min read
Don't lose heart!
One of the things most students new to Taiji think, is how easy it is.
Nov 15, 20211 min read
Will doing Tai Chi help me lose weight?
A common question people ask is if Taiji will help them lose weight? The quick answer is yes, but it depends on a number of factors.
Jul 16, 20214 min read
A higher standard of behaviour
Anybody who has been in the martial arts community for a while will know of the toxic culture that exists.
Nov 29, 20203 min read
Where have I been?
Apologies as I have been away for a bit. I have been on a staycation in the Lake District.
Oct 7, 20203 min read
Why are there so few Chinese people in Chinese martial arts?
The answer isn't so simple and there are a number of factors to consider.
Jul 29, 20203 min read
How many calories do you burn doing Tai Chi or Qigong?
A lot of people talk about how Tai Chi and Qigong is good for you. But few say how it is good for you.
Jan 12, 20202 min read
What do you actually get from Tai Chi classes?
So what do you get from Tai Chi classes, which you can't get from books, DVD's and online YouTube videos?
Dec 29, 20193 min read
