Greetings..
It was not so much about fighting or proving I could fight but the
beauty of the art and the science of the "gong", at least for me. TCMA has such
incredible theories and "gongs" it seems such a waste to let it go.
Hi Bill: I don't separate the practicality from the Art, i experience the Unity between the Art and the Martial.. yes, i finally made it back to the '60s', and i plan on going as long as i can.. by the way, thanks for asking about the back issues, there's still some 'inconsistencies' that need resolving from the surgery, but.. things are looking hopeful..
I don't plan on getting into the cage anytime soon, but i do like to test my self, my Art.. it is disingenuous to discuss, "Taijiquan' and not include its effectiveness as a Martial Art.. VD's 'awsome' clip is very nice, sophisticated, and very well executed, but.. it's another step in a very neat progression.. i look for the Art in Life, however it presents itself.. and, i do favor the old training ways, it tends to reveal the Art in places most people don't even look.. i wonder how many classes today begin with a 2 mile run followed by 15-30 minutes in a horse stance with a staff on your thighs?.. okay, now we start class, LOL..
Be well..
TaiChiBob.. "the teacher that is not also a student is neither"