SEMINAR/WORKSHOP PROGRAM

In Taijiquan, Taiji Ball training used to be one of the major methods of training. However, due to its secrecy, few people know about it. The health benefits of practicing Taiji Ball are significant, due to its emphasis on the conditioning of the torso, prevention of injury, and rejuvenation of the spine. The training is done with soft movements, that not only condition the physical body, but also train the coordination and harmonization of the mind and Qi.

WHO IS TEACHING?

YMAA instructors Bill Buckley, Brian Muccio, and Mark Klein are all longtime Taijiquan practitioners under Dr. Yang and will be leading the seminar discussion and exercises.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Everybody is welcome to attend this Taiji Ball Qigong Seminar. Attendance is limited so register soon. This seminar will benefit:

• Martial artists of all styles.
• All YMAA students (Taiji and Shaolin) who would like to refine their Taiji Ball techniques.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

There are no special requirements for this 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.

If you have a Taiji Ball, you may bring it, but we may require you to train only over matted areas. It is preferred that students first practice with a sports ball, like a basketball, soccer ball, kickball, etc. A ball is not required for the training, but it does help to better grasp the feeling. We do have a limited supply of sports balls for use at the school.

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 Shaolin Qin Na or Taiji Qin Na 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 Ball training books and DVDs are available for purchase on site.

Private lessons for advanced levels of Taiji Ball can be arranged with YMAA instructors.