Last updated:
03/30/2006 8:52 AM
Zhu Tiancai Spring 2006 Taiji Workshop
Zhu Tiancai will teach the 42 posture fajin form.
Fajin is often described as the expression of "explosive" power. It is the issuing of whole body force that can only be executed effectively after learning proper structural alignment, relaxation, and body mechanics (e.g. spiraling, silk-reeling motion). Derived from Chen Zhaokui's 32 posture fajin form, Master Zhu's 42 posture form provides a comprehensive compendium of fajin possibilities. Either practiced in its entirety or with single posture study, the 42 fajin form helps develop understanding of the intent and martical applications of the Chen family Taijiquan open hand forms.
For more information on the fajin form, please read this article excerpted from Tai Chi magazine.
About Zhu Tiancai
Grandmaster Zhu Tiancai is one of the 19th generation Chen style Taijiquan standard bearers. Born in 1944 in Chenjiagou (the birthplace of Chen Taijiquan) in the Henan province of China, Zhu Tiancai trained under 18th generation Grandmasters Chen Zhaopei and Chen Zhaokui. Zhu Tiancai's form is exceptional and characterized by "smooth flowing" and "softness." Master Zhu teaches internationally and has decades of teaching experience. His hands-on, down-to-earth teaching style removes much of the mystery and complexity of taijiquan and allows both beginners and advanced students alike to more readily grasp the nuances of Chen Taijiquan.
Workshop Details
Workshop Fees
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Friday only |
Saturday or Sunday only |
Friday and Saturday/Sunday |
Saturday and Sunday |
All three days |
Individual |
$40 |
$110 |
$140 |
$220 |
$240 |
student rates are available. Contact Bill about the student discount.
15% early registration discount if payment received by 4/17/06.
Group discount (3 or more people): $10 per person for one day, $20 per person for multi-day registration.
Deposits: a 50% deposit will enroll participants subject to receiving the full amount postmarked according to early registration deadline.
Cancellations: full refund less $20 for cancellations received before 4/18/06 or for deposits that are not matched to the full amount according to the early registration deadlines.
Payment should be sent to:
W. Brown
ZTC Workshop
199 Valley Park Dr.
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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