Review of one of the Basic Push hands Drills. Explanation of how to line up with your partner and basic philosophy of push hands practice.  

Review of Qigong exercise Punching from the Eight Pieces of Silk Brocade. Explanation of various stances and demonstration of side and front view of the exercise.  

Review of escape and self defense from a Rear Choke attack. Explanation of escape technique and variations of retaliatory strikes to neutralize the attacker.  

Review of Techniques for emphasizing the Strength Training benefits of Tai Chi and Qigong. Demonstrating one Tai Chi movement (Leisurely Tying the Coat) and other ways to increase the Strength benefit during practice.  

Review Front Attack Self Defense technique. Explanation of a variation which incorporates reacting before the opponent gets their hands on you. Utilizing elbow and hammer fist strikes to neutralize the attack.  

Review of some of the variations of Tai Chi Leg Warmups. Explanation of the mechanics of movement to enhance balance and flexibility benefits.  

Review of one hand Silk Reeling Drill. Explanation of the connection between the upper and lower body and how to stay connected to your training partner.  

Review Self Defense from Front Attack. Explanation of ways to redirect opponents attack and striking techniques to neutralize the attacker.  

Review of one of the Tai Chi Silk Reeling Drills from the March 24th 2018 workshop. Explanation of the movement as it relates to body mechanics and connections between the upper, lower, right and left sides of the body.  

Review the Qigong exercise Raising the Arm and the variations of the movement. Explanation of proper body alignment and range of motion for the best results.