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Hombrediablo2
10-31-2002, 02:59 PM
does any one here study tai chi and had to use it in a self defense all out brawl?
stormmountain
10-31-2002, 03:05 PM
Yes. I have worked as a bouncer for several years, as well as participating in some full contact fights.

TaiChi is my primary martial art.
Hombrediablo2
10-31-2002, 03:08 PM
Do you cross train in anythibg else?
stormmountain
10-31-2002, 03:11 PM
Yes. I have trained in Xing Yi, and some Northern Shaolin. And way back, I did Judo and Karate for several years.

But, I really base most of my fighting skill on the lessons I have learned from the TaiChi training, especiall the body mechanics and push hands.

You live in Miami? You should go learn from Master Huang!
www.huangtaichi.com
Hombrediablo2
10-31-2002, 03:19 PM
Where is the school located? I actually live in coral springs but I have wanted to learn tai chi thanks for the info.
fa_jing
10-31-2002, 04:00 PM
Is that near Coral Gables?
stormmountain
10-31-2002, 04:12 PM
Yes, Master Huang LIVES IN CORAL GABLES.............he teaches at a park nearby and does privates at his house.

I must say, I highly, highly recommend him. He is definately an example of someone who really understands IMA as MARTIAL ARTS. I have never seen any fajing like his! Check him out, it will be worth your time.