It's still cold, wet with rain forecast once again. Ugh! I plan on going into The Studio to support Jeff and co-teach the Taiji and Qigong class from 8-9:30.
The Practice:
I led the group through The 10+ that I practice daily. I tried to not explain (time restraints) what I was doing internally (you can't see it). I did pretty well; As the set went on, I did talk about Song, opening and closing the Kua (inguinal fold), as well as using the waist to control movement of hands and feet. Where it was most appropriate (the "two cent" version)
Next we did a full session of SPT (Standing). I gave a one finger inquisitive push as well as adjusting students posture; what I noticed is the upper body leaning forward as well as the head held too far forward.
We also talked about TL(Taoist Longevity) Breathing. Abdomen is active (Yang), the rib cage is passive (Yin).
Next we did a group Round (right side). We all started together then Jeff broke off with Ruby (new student) to work on the beginning sequence. I recited The Taiji Classics (my version) during Part II. We ran out of time so I started to increase the pace about 1/2 way through Part III.
We finished with questions and conversation.