YMAA NEWS Issue 70 • June 2004 YMAA YMAA News Is a Quarterly Publication

YMAA NEWS Issue 70 • June 2004 YMAA YMAA News is a quarterly publication. Back issues are available for free download at www.ymaa.com INTERNATIONAL

FOREWORD Expanding Your Repertoire By Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming You can’t buy these styles on Dear Friends and Readers Fifth Avenue hen I was a child, I remember being taught Book Review Wthat whenever something Natural Healing With Qigong bad happened to a person, it could By Dr. Aihan Kuhn CMD have very well been their own fault. That lesson in obedience served as a constant reminder that $15.95 140 pages ISBN 1-59439-001-0 I should focus more on myself internally and review all of the daily events that happened around me. This internal r. Kuhn’s book is an excellent guide for martial evaluation rewarded me with a solid foundation; a founda- Dartists and health enthusiasts who want to tion that I believe helped to make me mentally aware of improve their health and vitality, how to mold myself into a better person. For many people, this self-observing and blaming process that I mentioned increase their strength and enhance earlier is sometimes painful and often makes them feel their energy and blood circulation. guilty. However, in my opinion, it is this guilty feeling that Her helpful directions are com- awakens them to the fact that their moralities have been plemented by a clear display of upgraded and their personality has been modified, hopeful- photographs and physiological ly for the better. diagrams that explain various When you compare yesterday to today’s education or public influence, it seems this kind of self-observing and qigong movements and how a per- self-discipline has all but disappeared. What the new gener- son can benefit from them. ation appears to have learned is whenever there’s a prob- Therapeutic Qigong, explains lem, first blame someone else, and then act innocent, like Dr. Kuhn, is easy to learn and easy nothing ever happened. For instance, hardly a day goes by to practice. She proves her point by when you don’t pick up a newspaper and read about the increasing number of attorneys who encourage their clients effectively dividing each qigong to sue each other. Some people may be justified in seeking movement into six groups. These groups can be practiced restitution or damages, while many others are not. by focusing on different muscle groups and joints. This Spiritual growth is achieved from making mistakes. will help to achieve maximum benefits, says Dr. Kuhn. However, if you refuse to admit that you made a mistake In her Preface, Dr. Kuhn also explains how she became and learn from it, the spirit will remain the same or it may even stagnate. My master once told me that a smart person interested in Traditional Chinese Medicine, the various is not necessarily a wise person and a wise person is not vitamins a person can take to help heal certain ailments often a smart person. from skin rashes to allergies and her personal battle to Forty-two years have passed since I started learning overcome several chronic ailments. martial arts. Now, I can see what my master meant. It is Dr. Kuhn is an excellent Tai Chi practitioner, and in clear that those who are smart sometimes lack patience, per- her book, she effectively explains its relationship to severance, endurance, and a strong will. However, those who are wise always remember their mistakes and are qigong. determined not repeat them. Wisdom is generated from an For more information on Dr. Kuhn, see page 4. accumulation of mistakes. There are many paths that one must take to reach the goal of understanding the meaning of life. However, it does not matter which path you decide to take if you are not able IN THIS ISSUE to face the mistakes you have made. Take the wrong path and you will lose a chance to refine your spirit and allow it 1. Foreword by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming to grow. In this case, the meaning of your life is shallow. If you make a mistake, and you atone for it, then move 2. Martial Arts: Expanding Your Repertoire on with your life. Learn by your mistakes. 3. Internal Energy: How Good is Your Fa Jing? However, we must also remember why we made those 4. World Tai Chi Qigong Day: Spanning The Globe mistakes and not commit them again. After all, no one is 5. A Seminar For The Ages: Fun in the Sun perfect. If we were, then none of us would have any mean- ing in our lives or any goals to reach. 6. YMAA Schools and Qualified Instructors Updated information on people and places

1 MARTIAL ARTS t might come as a big surprise if you met someone Bagua training consists of the Circling Dragon Form, Iwho knew the names of every martial arts style in which has several levels, Pushing Hands, Qigong, self- existence. Personally, I never have. However, that does not defense and at advanced levels, weapons training. take away from the fact that there may be someone out Kung Fu there who is extremely knowledgeable of the many differ- Shaolin Kung Fu was developed at the Shaolin temple ent martial arts styles and forms. And let’s not forget that and originally based on the fighting techniques of the Tiger, many of these styles come from different parts of the world. Crane, Snake, Leopard and the mythical Dragon. The aim For example, take Capoera, Nuay Thai and Kalaripay- was to develop strong bodies, as well as a strong mind, of at-tu. Do you know from which countries these martial arts the monks. originated? Their names might give you a small clue, but Certain schools also teach monkey boxing, to mimic the even if you only got two out of three, I’d consider that very ability and cunning of the monkey. good. Northern Shaolin - the emphasis is on long range kicks, Since YMAA is a Chinese martial arts school, there are strikes with the hands, elbows and joint breaking tech- some more styles that are offered, all of which fit well into niques. Its repertoire includes flying kicks, sweeps and is the Kung Fu/Taiji learning process. Woven together, the noted for its elegance and power. Northern Shaolin devel- results can be very beneficial. Here are some that you might ops tremendous strength, agility, fitness and coordination. be interested in pursuing: Southern Shaolin employs powerful strikes with the Xingyiquan hands and elbows, allied to low, fast kicking maneuvers. Its Xingyi (Hsing-Yi) means the “mind fist” and is one of approach is direct and assertive, with the aim of controlling the three internal systems, along with Taiji and Bagua. and engaging at close range. Xingyi tends to be performed Southern Shaolin will somewhat faster then Taiji develop strength and and with more vigor, but it endurance in your legs Kathy Yang, who can also be practiced slowly and upper body. The is now in Amster- and smoothly to suit those monkey boxing taught dam, Holland practicing. When practiced teaching Tai Chi will develop tremen- slowly, the aim is to build Sword is equally dous strength in the legs energy and nourish health. adept at White and great agility. Fast and explosive execution Crane Kung Fu Zheng style Taiji- of Xingyi is for self-defense, and Yang Tai Chi. quan is a variation of fitness and to build explosive Kathy is posing in Yang style developed by internal energy. a Shaolin Long Master Zheng Manqing. History: Xingyi is the Fist stance. It is perhaps the most oldest of the three internal widely known style in systems, some 900 years old the United States and is and was originally developed suitable for practice by everyone. by China’s most famous general to teach to officers. Later in Chen style Taijiquan is a large and strong style of taiji. history, it was the favored art of the convoy guards who People who practice Chen style usually develop excellent protected the silk and spice caravans. It was the job of con- strength in their legs and flexibility in their joints. The pow- voy guards to protect the caravans from bandits who regu- erful twining actions of the gestures in Chen style sets and larly attacked them; one of the most dangerous jobs in the complexity of the movements appeals to those who ancient China. want a more athletic approach to Taiji. Xingyi is one of the most secretive of the arts, which Sun style Taiji was created by Master Sun Lutang. This harnesses the power of the mind to use the internal energy style combines the elements of Taiji, Bagua and a third inter- for powerful self-defense and good health. nal art called Xingyi. Sun style is very lively and quick. Baguazhang Hao (Wu) style Taijiquan is a small, compact style of Baguazhang means Eight Diagrams Palm and is proba- Taiji. The movements are very subtle and the system can be bly the most mysterious of all the Chinese Martial Arts. It is difficult for beginners to learn. People who have practiced based upon the ancient Taoist I Ching (Book of Changes), mar- Yang and Chen styles tend to have a greater appreciation of tial system. the fine points of Hao style and can see the large move- The movements of Bagua mimic the mystical dragon, ments of those styles in the tiny movements of Hao style. which the ancient Taoists viewed as a snake with wings, DAN HOOD in Boston. constantly twisting, coiling and circling. The Bagua system is excellent for developing fitness, stamina, good health and a powerful self-defense. History: Bagua emerged out of the Taoist monasteries in the mountains of Northern China and was popularized by Tung Hai Chan, from whom the style is descended. 2 MARTIAL ARTS national taijiquan events as the spokesperson for the Wu Internal Energy (Hao) style, which is one of the five major traditional styles How powerful is your fa jin? (the other four are Chen [including Zhaobao], Yang, Sun, and Wu [Chien Chuan] styles) of taijiquan. Fa Jin means issuing or dis- patching (fa) of strength or energy (jin) in Chinese and is part of the (advanced) practice of taijiquan. The people in the pictures (left) who Master Liu is demonstrating fa jin include Ugur Osman and Andy Harris from Wu (Hao) Taiji- quan Association UK. (others not named). Jin is the result of combining hardness (bones) and softness (tendons and qi) accurately. It involves the loosening of muscles, sinking of qi, contracting of ten- dons, and the extension of bones all at the same time, and at the moment when they can work together to produce powerful force. As such, it requires a lot of techniques and responsiveness be able to control so many things so fast, and timing has to be very pre- cise. Jin is an essential element of most internal martial arts. Note that most internal mar- tial arts focus on the training of tendons, as opposed to muscles. Even though tendons might be considered just a special form of muscles by medical professionals, they’re vastly different from mus- cles when it comes to internal mar- tial arts training. Many high-level martial artists don't appear to be very muscular due to their focus on tendon training. Watching Master Yang, Jwing- Ming, YMAA president, perform Tai Chi using Fa Jin is like watch- ing the end of a whip snap out and suddenly stop just before striking aster Liu Jishun is one of the world’s leading its target. Mexperts on the Wu (Hao) style taijiquan and he has However, Dr. Yang cautions those who intend to practice more than 40 years of experience in the practicing and Fa Jin not to over practice. Fa Jin can be stressful on the joints teaching of the style. He is frequently invited to Chinese because of the amount of energy that is emitted from the body (arms, legs, fist, feet, etc). Dr. Yang cautions those who intend Also, when you start practicing Fa Jin, start slowly and gradually work up to a comfortable pace, one that’s not going to practice Fa Jin not to over practice to cause you pain as you progress in your martial arts training. because it can be stressful on the joints and Excerpts from this article were originally printed on the requires a tremendous amount of internal Taijiquan Association UK web site. Books, videos and DVDs can be purchased on the YMAA web site. energy to be emitted from the body.

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So what is it that makes her therapy so effective? “My World Tai Chi and Qigong Day exercise programs mainly focuses on healing and disease pre- vention.” Perhaps that’s why many people have stated that Yearly event spans the globe they found relief from symptoms of various ailments after par- ticipating in her classes. This reinforces Dr. Kuhn’s belief that, RAMINGHAM: More than 100 people converged “natural balance keeps illness away.” on this Western Mass., town on April 24, 2004 to F Dr. Kuhn offers instructor training programs for Tai Chi participate in World Tai Chi and Qigong Day (WTCQD). and Qigong in order to have more people teach correctly and Unlike last year, the weather cooperated. Instead of more efficiently. She has trained many high quality instructors cloudy skies and a steady downpour throughout the day, it to teach both Tai Chi and Qigong in Mass. was sunny and mild, although a bit breezy. And much like In January 1998, the Tai Chi & Qi Gong Institute , was found- last year, most of the participants came from the New Eng- ed by Dr. Kuhn. As president, she has worked with the board land School of Tai Chi in Holliston, Mass. members to make this a successful and vibrant organization. Dr. Aihan Kuhn, the school’s founder and director, and Gail Preston, WTCQD organizer, put together a lively, well organized and informative event on the Framingham Green that consisted of Yang and Chen Tai Chi, pushing hands, and Qigong. Dr. Kuhn is director and owner of Chinese Medicine for Health, Inc. and also a master of Tai Chi and Qigong , experi- enced in both traditional and modern methods of healing and prevention. A 1982 graduate of Hunan Medical University in Changsha, she practiced as an OB/GYN in China prior to com- ing to America in 1989. Since coming to the US, her focus has been on the use of Traditional Chinese Medicine for healing and disease prevention. Her focus is on the diseases that are not easily treated by conventional medicine. She has helped thousands of people feel better with “The purpose of various illnesses such as neck and this institute.” she shoulder problems, back and leg prob- said, “is to foster a lem, headache and migraine, arthritis, better understanding neuritis, hemorrhoids, skin diseases, of the Tao philosophy allergies, hypertension, arythmia, high and the healing cholesterol, asthma, bronchitis, sinus power of energy. problem, anemia, tendonitis and bursi- Members of the insti- tis to name just a few! Dr. Kuhn also has tute learn how to fol- a great deal of experience with low natural patterns women’s health. She successfully treat- of healing and use ed people with endometriosis, fibroids, human energy to heal irregular bleeding, perimenopause syn- both the mind and drome, mood swing, and other hor- the body's problems mone imbalance related problems. in order to make a Dr. Kuhn is a natural psychologist better life.” who helps people improve their mental In December 2003 Dr Kuhn returned to China for more training She also serves health by using Taoist philosophy and with her Masters Feng Zhi Qiang (shown training with her) as an educator in natural ways of thinking and helping and Master Li De Yin (not shown). numerous communi- them to balance their energy between ty-based health-pro- body and mind. People feel good, renewed, focused, happier motional activities, such as massage class for self-help, how to in their life, more relaxed, more determined, more energetic use food as supplemental therapy, the way to health, natural and less stress. healing and longevity. She spends time expanding her knowledge of energy exer- Dr. Kuhn’s success has come from her dedication to study, cises including: Tai Chi Chuan, Tai Chi Sword, Tai Chi Fan, Tai her hard work, and her kindness to people. She has a good Chi Staff, Qigong, and Ba Gua Zhang. Not only so she can pro- moral character and a close relationship with her patients and vide high quality teaching, but also to continue her study students. And she has a reputation for being a loving, caring under famous grand masters in mainland China to maintain doctor. her high quality exercise programs. Her mentors include “I believe strongly that it is very important to see the body Grand Master Feng Zhi Qiang, who is considered one of the as a whole. The main purpose of treatment must be to restore best Chen Style Masters and Duan Zhi Liang, who is one of the the natural balance that exists within us. The benefits received best Qigong grand master in China. The study and use of these from this kind of approach to healing are both physical and martial arts helps the practitioner to reach a deeper under- psychological.” standing of the “Qi” or “vital energy” which is in all of us.

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Local Residents Exchange WTCQD Thoughts and Ideas

onathan (Rowdy) Yates looked like he never wanted JWorld Tai Chi Qigong Day to end. And he wasn’t alone. In fact quite a few people mingled on the Framing- ham Green long after WTCQD had ended. Among them was William Heinold, president of the Heinold Lan- guage/Culture Corner in Sterling, Mass. “Not only did we have great weather,” said Heinold, “we also had wonderful participation by everyone who attended.” Martial artist Jim Keenan (center) demonstrated various Tai Chi Heinold has studied martial arts both here and abroad forms and discussed the subtle differences between each one. for many years. “I started as a collegiate wrestler and boxer at U-Mass person. “There were several times during Dr. Kuhn’s and Penn State, competing in the 177 lb class. But my real demonstration when a light bulb went on and I experienced test came when I competed in the Hawk Mountain Bowl held that wonderful moment of ‘I get it.’ annually in Pennsylvania. It consisted of three martial arts, The demonstrations were followed by his favorite boxing and fencing.” part of the day. Instructors, from the half dozen schools rep- It was that rather informal introduction to martial arts resented generously offered free mini-lessons in forms, that later took him to Huaibei City, (Anhui Province) in push hands and China where he studied Yang style Tai Chi for several years Qigong. Tai Chi players at Huaibei Teacher’s College. and interested specta- But Heinold wanted to refine his Taiji even more so he tors were invited to traveled to Shanghai where he hooked up with Master Liu participate, and share Wan-quan. It took three years for Heinold to reach his goal. their knowledge. Under the watchful eye of his master, Heinold became a “I was intro- teacher himself. duced to my first push He holds a master’s degree in sport psychology and a hands experience by doctorate in health, education and linguistics. Dan Hood from Yang’s “WTCQD was a real eye-opener to me,” intoned Yates , Martial Arts School in a Sudbury, Mass. native. Jamaica Plain. His “Being a part of the positive patience and expert energy from more than a hundred teaching style kept me students and teachers, representing fascinated for the entire Tai Chi Master Martin Liu from Sun different schools from North session. Experienced Garden Herbs offered Qigong massage Andover, Acton, Somerville, Marl- players came by to boro and Hopkington was a unique push hands and enjoy experience.” Dan’s demonstration and lessons. Everyone offered assis- He added that despite his rela- tance and exchanged thoughts.” tively short Tai Chi experience, being Yates admits that at one point he became so immersed a part of WTCQD put him right at in push hands that he didn’t want to leave and never got a ease. chance to see what other schools were doing. “I liked the way the day unfold- “Seeing how many choices there were and how much I ed with everyone invited to do Yates personally need to improve was a humbling and motivating Qigong and the Yang long form. This experience,” he smiled. was followed by explanations and demonstrations of vari- Onlookers dropped by seeking information on ous styles of Tai Chi (Yang, Wu, Chen and Sun) as well as schools near their homes that offer instruction on various sword, staff and fan forms.” styles while others purchased Tai Chi tapes and clothing. Yates also said that he enjoyed seeing Dr. Aihan Kuhn Some even enjoyed a free “open air” massage from Tai Chi perform. (See related story on page 4.) Master Martin Liu from Sun Garden Herbs. Although Yates has watched many Tai Chi experts on The real message of the day was to find a Tai Chi school video, the only other world class Tai Chi player that he has nearby and just try it. Everyone left with a positive feeling had the pleasure of seeing live, is his instructor, former of having attended a joyous event, one that they will long YMAA alumnus Narcyz Latecki, at Chinese Martial Arts in remember. Acton. He describes that experience as a bit like learning to play tennis when you have only seen one real tennis pro in 5 AROUND THE GLOBE Red Stripe YMAA Students R 65.00 Euro: 7.50 Here’s Something You Won’t South African YMAA Students R 55.00 Euro: 6.00 Want to Miss YMAA School Directors R 27.00 Euro: 3.00 Meditation classes are free for everyone A seminar for the ages Discount structure hinking about having some fun in the sun this sum- 12 hours and under - no discount Tmer? If so, then you may want to give some serious 13 to 21 hours - 10% discount thought about attending the upcoming YMAA International 20 to 30 hours - 15% discount Camp 2004 in South Africa. This seminar takes place from 31 to 42 hours - 20% discount July 9 to July 18, 2004 at the Alpine Heath Resort in Drak- Alpine Heath is a resort nestled between the tower- ensberg. ing mountain peaks of the Northern Drakensberg. The lux- 1. Shaolin Gongfu, 18 hours urious chalets are all quipped with satellite TV, fully func- 2. Taijiquan and pushing Hands, 9 hours tional kitchens, fire place and lounge. Each chalet has three 3. Qigong White Crane, 9 hours bedrooms, a master bedroom with en-suite and the other 4. Qin Na (Chin Na), 6 hours two with twin beds, thus sleeping six persons. The second 5. Taiji Qin Na, 3 hours bathroom has a bath and shower. Shaolin Qin Na, 3 hours The resort offers facilities such as a gym, sauna and 6. 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On the 9th of July two buses will transport camp tion, Qigong, the Taiji Set and Taiji Staff. He will also super- participants from Johannesburg International Airport to vise Shaolin, Taiji and other classes. the resort. Camp participants will be met at the airport by Taijiquan Jeff Pratt: YMAA qualified Taijiquan instructor. YMAA South Africa members, and directed to the buses Jeff has been practicing Taijiquan with Dr. Yang for more which will depart from the airport in the afternoon and than 15 years. He will also supervise Shaolin, Taiji and other evening. Cost of bus transport will be separate and deter- classes. mined closer to the time. Shaolin - George Dominguez: YMAA qualified Shaolin Payment is secure and online with a credit card. instructor. Dominguez has been practicing Long Fist Visit these websites for more A Little History and White Crane with Dr. Yang for more information: than 15 years. He has won several cham- www.alpineheath.co.za Goes a Long Way pionships in various tournaments. Contact: Antoinette van Wyk White Crane, Taiji Staff: Aaron Damus Email: [email protected] The Chinese Five Word Song was written by Chin Na: Jim Noble Tel/Fax: +27 (0) 12 329 2928 Master Li Tung Fung during the early part of The scheduled sightseeing tour will Cell: +27 (0) 82 557 4722 include activities such as visits to the China’s Sung Dynasty. Master Fung learned Camorhi White Lion Game Reserve, where lions can be fed, Hwa-Yu Tai-Chi Chuan (Liu Ho Pa Fa Ch’uan and wildlife can be viewed. A visit to the Basotho Cultural Fa) from Master Chen Hsi-I, creator of the martial art and village is also on the agenda, for an African shopping expe- health exercise. rience. Master Fung took refuge in the mountain of Yun, south- Evenings of drumming, Zulu dances, traditional bar- east from the Lok district. 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