SEMINAR/WORKSHOP PROGRAM

For deeper practice in any style of Taijiquan, Pushing Hands is a must. Developing that connection with your partner is essential to finding your center, your partner's center, and furthering your martial skill and understanding. This workshop will help students particularly in transitioning from a stationary setup to moving with footwork.

We will use several different exercises to begin the process.

• Na and Coiling Jin
• Single Push hands moving
• Double Push Hands Moving
• Rollback and Press
• Moving Free Style Push Hands

WHO'S TEACHING?

Jeff Pratt is a disciple of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming and a YMAA instructor of well over 15 years. He will be leading the lecture and practice of this short Pushing Hands workshop. Mark Klein may be available to assist.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This seminar is open to everybody interested in learning or improving their Pushing Hands practice. It is suitable for practitioners of all Taiji styles.

There are no prerequisites to attend. Previous martial arts experience is a plus, but not required. Attendance is limited so register soon. This seminar will benefit:

• All Taiji students who would like to get a deeper understanding and explore training with a partner.
• Taiji students who would like to extend their training into the soft martial side.
• All YMAA students who would like to refine their Pushing Hands techniques.
• All interested in graduating and becoming a Qualified YMAA Instructor of Taijiquan.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

There are no special requirements for the Taiji Pushing Hands Seminar. We recommend that you bring loose practice clothing (t-shirt and pants) and a pair of indoor shoes unless you prefer working in bare feet.

TRAVELING TO BOSTON

YMAA Boston is located approximately 20 minutes South of downtown Boston. If you are traveling by car please visit YMAA Boston webpage for detailed driving instructions.

Free on-street parking is available and there are several paid lots nearby.

Another good alternative is to use the MBTA subway transportation system. YMAA Boston is about 3 minutes walk from the Forrest Hill Orange line terminal. Visit MBTA website for more information.

If you are flying to Boston, a good way to get to YMAA is to use the MBTA subway system. After arriving to Boston’s Logan Airport take the free airport shuttle bus (Route #22, #33 or #55) to the “Airport” station, then take the inbound Blue line train to “State” station. At “State” station board the Orange line outbound train to “Forrest Hills” station. At the “Forrest Hills” station go upstairs and proceed straight through the exit terminal, once outside and at the top of the landing, turn right proceed downstairs, walk to the intersection, cross the street and walk 2 blocks to YMAA Boston.

STAYING IN BOSTON

For information about Hotel, Guest House and Inn lodging. Please visit the lodging page.

EXTRA INFO

If you need help making a decision about attending, have further questions about the Taiji Pushing Hands seminar, or would like to register now please contact us here or call (617) 524-8892 (for international calls please use +1-617-524-8892).

Taiji Pushing Hands training books and DVDs are available for purchase on site.

Private lessons can be arranged with instructors.