Re: Sifu Adam Mizner shows how Taichi can stop MMA style takedow
Posted: Tue Mar 30, 2021 8:03 am
oragami_itto wrote:
The instructions are quite clear, once pandemic restrictions are lifted and I have a practice partner I see no reason why I wouldn't be able to replicate these results.
While his instructions are quite clear they also leave out some things that make “follow”work
in accordance with the taiji method. “Follow “ the last skill of 4 basic skills combined that allow the method to work.
Understanding it’s a demo, using certain movements from the form to demonstrate principles perhaps it’s dealt with more in depth in either his online course or in person.
You were correct it’s “fun” reading
@bao
skill level disparity between someone who is considered to be an expert or enters into competitive events is often quite large between those who are not expert level, or don‘t enter into public competitive events.
Aside from the intensity of the events, the training to enter into them is something that most people don’t have the time for, nor does it seem to be the focus of their training.