The Details:
It's 48 at the house. I'm going into The Studio to meet with Jeff at 7:15, teach the 8-9:30 Taiji Class and then stay for the American Karate Rank Testing that Jeff has scheduled.
The Practice:
Once I arrived at The Studio and opened up I received a text from Jeff that he would be late.
Next I did a round of Taiji Cane (both sides) tuned into using whole body strength throughout.
When Jeff arrived we started (around 7:30) working on Cheng style Baguazhang 8 Mother (animal) Palms Changes 1,2, (both sides) and 3 (Bear Palm) we worked on Change #3 on the left side only. Jeff is trying to acquire the sequence to Change #3
Once the class started to form I talked about B. P. Chan's four secrets to success in any endeavor. Then I introduced the concept of the Three Bowls.
Next I led the group through The 10 Exercises.
Next I led through a Round (right side) with Mater Liang counting out the beats in my ears only. I have the Taiji music on an MP3 player. I used earbuds to insure that only I could hear it.
Next I did a brief Standing (PT)
Next Jeff led through an American Karate Rank Testing that went until 11:30 ish.
After a little talking with Jeff, I packed up to go home. I did a quick stop and CVS to pick up a prescription.
I returned home to eat lunch and journal today's practice.