The "Internal Arts": Tai Ji, Xing Yi, Ba Gua with Master Wei Lun Huang

June 16-17, 2012

Internal Arts June 2012.pdf (443kb)

Come and explore the mysteries of the "Internal Styles" of Chinese martial arts with Tai Ji Master Wei Lun Huang, who describes them: "Xing Yi strikes like lightning, Ba Gua twists like a tornado, Tai Ji is like a great ocean - deep and calm but reserves immeasurable power."

There are three styles of Chinese Martial Arts that are categorized as the "Internal Arts". They are said to be "Internal Arts" because students spend time developing internal connection, early in their training. This is in contrast to the external styles, that have a focus on building the connection from the outside in. The "Internal Arts" are Tai Ji Quan (Tai Chi), Xing Yi Quan (Hsing-I) and Ba Gua Zhang (Ba Gua). During these workshops Master Huang will provide students with an overview of each of the internal styles and teach basic movements from each. In addition, Master Huang will introduce students to the Wu Dang approach to building the internal connections through the practice of Qi Gong (Chi Gong).

Saturday, June 16th - Yang Tai Ji 108 Form

Tai Ji 108 Form (Section 1) - 9:00AM - 10:30AM
Students will learn/review the first section of the Classic 108 Yang form. This will include the general flow of the form and attention to detail for the first seventeen movements.

Tai Ji 108 Form (Section 2) - 11:00AM - 12:30PM
Master Huang will help students continue on the form, reviewing the first section, and continuing through the second section. This will include the first 57 movements of the form.

Sunday, June 17th - Introduction to the "Internal Arts"

Introduction to Qi Gong - 9:00AM-10:00AM
Master Huang will introduce students to Qi Gong practice. He will work with students on the basic principles of Qi Gong, why we practice it and how to use it to enhance your martial arts.

Introduction to Tai Ji Quan - 10:00AM-11:00AM
Lean about The eight powers of Yang Tai Ji Quan. Master Huang will explain the flavor of the movements and discuss the internal connections to begin, or deepen ones practice of Tai Ji Quan.

Introduction to Xing Yi Quan - 11:00AM-12:00PM
Master Huang will introduce students to principles and basic footwork of Xing Yi. He will help students work on the understanding of linear movement and the explosive power that is generated through Xing Yi training.

Introduction to Ba Gua Zhang- 1:00PM-2:00PM
Ba Gua is known for its circular movements and fluid footwork. Master Huang will teach the fundamentals of Ba Gua, including circle walking and beginner level palm changes.

Tying it All Together - 2:00PM-3:00PM
Many believe the most advanced style/hand form in martial arts is Liu He Ba Fa (Six Harmonies and Eight Methods). It is a combination of Tai Ji, Xing Yi and Ba Gua. It is incredibly complicated as the practitioner is constantly moving between the linear techniques of Hsing-I, the circular movements of Ba Gua and the flowing movements of Tai Ji. While Master Huang will not be teaching the form in this workshop, he will help students on the path of understanding how the three arts are tied together, why they compliment each other, and how to train to get the most out of the styles. He will also help students tie Qi Gong into their training and relate it to each of the internal styles.

Date: Saturday, June 16, 9:00AM-12:30 PM and Sunday, June 12, 9:00AM-3:00PM
Cost - Saturday Workshops: $40 Per Session - All Day $75 (Wu Dao Members Only)
Cost - Sunday Workshops: $28 Per Session (Non-Wu Dao Students $33 Per Session) - All Day $125/$155
Early Registration Discount: Register and pay by June 1st and get a 5% discount
Location: 675 Concord Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Call us: 617-812-2180
Email us: info@wudaokungfu.com

Shaolin Kung Fu with Warrior Monk Shifu Shi De Cheng

October 2012

Founded as a temple for Buddhism, the Shaolin Temple in Henan Province, China, evolved into a center for Martial Arts training and a library of Kung Fu styles and techniques. During its 1500-year history, Shaolin survived many wars and rebellions to become one of the oldest systems of Kung Fu.

Date: October 2012
Cost: Schedule and Cost to be Announced
Location: 675 Concord Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Call us: 617-812-2180
Email us: info@wudaokungfu.com

Choy Lay Fut Workshops

January 21st and 22nd, 2012

Choy Lay Fut Workshop Flyer 2012.pdf (229kb)

Choy Lay Fut, a unique style of Kung Fu with influences from both Southern and Northern masters. Known for long swinging arm movements and agile footwork Choy Lay Fut has a reputation as being a very effective style. Sifu Daniel Tomizaki will be working with students over the course of the weekend on developing an refining the core movements of Choy Lay Fut and teaching how to apply them in fighting situations.

Date: Saturday, January 21st and Sunday, January 22nd
Cost: Adult Workshops $75 Per Session. - Sign up for all three for $200 (7.5 hours of training)
Youth Student Cost: Children $30 - Juniors and Teens $45
Early Registration: Register by 12/31 and receive a 5% early registration discount.
Location: 675 Concord Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Call us: 617-812-2180
Email us: info@wudaokungfu.com

Wu Dao 4th Anniversary Celebration

September 10th, 2011

4th Anniversary Flyer 2011.pdf (229kb)

On Saturday, September 10th, we invite you to join us in celebrating our 4th Anniversary. Students and guests will have the opportunity to visit our school (Wu Guan), learn about Chinese martial arts and have youth students participate in exciting and educational activities.

Date: Saturday, September 10th, 2011
Cost: Free activities for Kids, and Demonstration for All
Location: 675 Concord Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Call us: 617-812-2180
Email us: info@wudaokungfu.com

Shaolin Kung Fu Workshops

October 8th and 9th, 2011

Shaolin Kung Fu Workshop Flyer 2011.pdf (229kb)

Founded as a temple for Buddhism, the Shaolin Temple in Henan Province, China, evolved into a center for Martial Arts training and a library of Kung Fu styles and techniques. During its 1500-year history, Shaolin survived many wars and rebellions to become one of the oldest systems of Kung Fu.

Date: Saturday, October 8th and Sunday, October 9th
Cost: $90 per workshop. - Sign up for all four for $300 (12 hours of training)
Non-Wu Dao Student Cost: $150 - Non-Wu Dao students may participate in the The Tour workshop only
Early Registration: Register by 9/15 and receive a 10% early registration discount.
Location: 675 Concord Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Call us: 617-812-2180
Email us: info@wudaokungfu.com

June 11-12, 2010

Tai Chi Workshop Flyer.pdf (789kb)

Tai Ji Quan, Grand Ultimate Fist, is a Chinese martial arts system with hundreds of years of history. It features effective combat techniques and has qualities that are conducive for improving physical health and mental wellbeing.

The 108 Form is a traditional and fundamental form in the Yang Style Tai Ji Quan system. As the name indicates, the form contains 108 moves. Practiced at normal speed, the form requires 25 minutes to perform from beginning to end.

During this weekend workshop, Master Huang will review the first third and begin teaching the second third of the form with great emphasis on understanding the movements

Date: Saturday, June 11, 4:00PM-7:00 PM and Sunday, June 12, 12:00PM-4:00 PM
Cost: Saturday or Sunday: $90, Non-Wu Dao students $120. Both days $165, Non-Wu Dao students $220
Location: 675 Concord Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Call us: 617-812-2180
Email us: info@wudaokungfu.com