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10:00am - 5:00pm both days
This cane form introduced to Europe by Nigel in 1988 also known as Tai Ji Cane has "evolved" somewhat as it has been disseminated throughout Europe. Now is your chance to learn the "original" form with the "genuine" applications.
Forget "Farmer Frank" and the stories of this weapon as some kind
of sheep-taming, furniture-removing, hooligan-hammering wonder weapon and
instead learn of its origins in Shandong Province, China. Learn the genuine
lineage from Master Yang Ching Feng to Master Liang He Qing and thence to
Master Liu Jing Hong who adapted the techniques and modified the form to
develop Tai Ji Cane.
Learn directly from Nigel Sutton who learnt directly from both Master Liang
He Qing and Master Liu Jing Hong and was the first non-Chinese authorized
to teach this weapon.
This is an opportunity not to be missed.
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10:00am - 5:00pm both days
This cane form introduced to Europe by Nigel in 1988 also known as Tai Ji Cane has "evolved" somewhat as it has been disseminated throughout Europe. Now is your chance to learn the "original" form with the "genuine" applications.
Forget "Farmer Frank" and the stories of this weapon as some kind
of sheep-taming, furniture-removing, hooligan-hammering wonder weapon and
instead learn of its origins in Shandong Province, China. Learn the genuine
lineage from Master Yang Ching Feng to Master Liang He Qing and thence to
Master Liu Jing Hong who adapted the techniques and modified the form to develop
Tai Ji Cane.
Learn directly from Nigel Sutton who learnt directly from both Master Liang
He Qing and Master Liu Jing Hong and was the first non-Chinese authorized
to teach this weapon.
This is an opportunity not to be missed.
Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Road, Yeading, Middlesex
UB4 9BH
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£75 (£60 for members booked in advance) for the
two days.
To book contact Brian Woodruff, 221 Church Road, Northolt, Middlesex UB5 5BE (phone: 020-8841-1054 or email brian@zhong-ding.com). Cheques should be made payable to B. Woodruff.
10:00am - 5:00pm
The fan is the Hongmen fan (Hong quan, Hong style boxing) an intermediate level fan course with a more martial flavour than the taiji fan. The fan is used both offensively and defensively in both closed and open position. This form aids in the development and expression of fa jing with the fan itself providing evidence of such development. It is suitable for all students with a basic background in martial arts.
The course is taught by Tan Mew Hong a senior student of Master Liang He Qing from whom she learnt the form.
Students may bring their own fan or purchase one "on
the day". This is an opportunity not to be missed.
Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Road, Yeading, Middlesex
UB4 9BH
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£40 (£30 for members booked in advance).
To book contact Brian Woodruff, 221 Church Road, Northolt, Middlesex UB5 5BE (phone: 020-8841-1054 or email brian@zhong-ding.com). Cheques should be made payable to B. Woodruff.
(Yes, we know that this is not a UK event, but it is directed at members in the UK, as well as others, so it seemed a good idea to put a link here - webmaster.)
Full details of the 15th Anniversary Celebrations can be found here.
This course is a must for those of you who want to take their martial arts training to a higher level. The time and venue have yet to be arranged but it will probably be Spring 2003 and somewhere in the Midlands.
The course, as its title suggests, will consist of seven days of intensive
training, and will be residential. Only duan grades will be eligible for
places on the course and participants must be mentally and physically fit.
There will be a minimum of four instructors of fourth duan or above on the
training cadre. The course will cover the basic taijiquan syllabus with
special emphasis on one aspect to be chosen by the course instructors.
If you wish to participate then you must know the 37 posture form, si zheng
tui, da lu, 54 jian, jian sparring, kwai taiji, neigong and the basic spear
exercises.
The course will cost no more than £250.00, which will include food,
accommodation, training uniform and training. The course will be open to
no more than 15 students. Those who participate will be free to leave at
any time should they find the course too rigorous. For those, however, who
complete the course, it will prove truly life-transforming, as well as taking
your taiji to a higher level. This is your opportunity to become one of
the first intake for "The 7".
If you would like to be considered for this course please e-mail me at ncs8@tm.net.my
or write to me c/o John Higginson 74 Great Stone Road, Chorlton Manchester
M16 OHD, giving your reasons for wanting to attend.
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A weekend of intensive training in the Cheng Man Ching style
taijiquan form, pushing hands, fast form and straightsword. This weekend
is suitable for taijiquan exponents of all levels. Taught by Nigel Sutton
and Master Liang He Qing this is an unparalleled opportunity to deepen
your study of the art.
The course will incorporate an instructor level grading for those eligible.
Cost:
Two days Members 75 pounds, Non-members 100 pounds
Individual days Members 50 pounds, Non-members 75 pounds
Course location:
Saturday 29th November -
The Ethel Wainright Primary School,
Westfield close,
Mansfield
Notts.
Sunday 30th November -
Rainworth Leisure Centre,
Warsop Lane,
Rainworth
Notts NG21 OAG
Courses due to start 10:00 am both days
Contact telephone numbers for directions etc.
Darren Roberts (01623) 551968
Or
Don Harradine (01623) 798583
Hotels that are local to the training halls that have rooms for the above
dates are:
The Larch Farm,
2 Mansfield Road,
Ravenshead,
Notts.
(01623) 491987
and
Holly Lodge,
Rickett Lane,
Blidworth,
Notts.
(01623) 793853
Other hotels can be found at: www.4hotels.co.uk
All are Ok for the venues within the Mansfield and Sutton-in-Ashfield
options
10:00am - 5:00pm
Venue: Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Road, Yeading, Middlesex UB4 9BH Click here for a map
Cost: £40 (Zhong Ding members £30)
10:00am - 5:00pm
Venue: Sussex
Contact: Glen Pelham-Mather, 07732-524473
10:00am - 5:00pm
Venue: York
Contact: Bob France (07967 405992)
10:00am - 5:00pm
Venue: Mansfield
Contact: Don Harradine (01623-798583)
10:00am - 5:00pm
Venue: Manchester
Contact: John Higginson (0161-860-4111)
For further details please contact Bob France (07967 405992)
For further details please contact Don Harradine (phone: 01623 798583 or email: donald.harradine@ntu.ac.uk )
For further details please contact Don Harradine (phone: 01623 798583 or email: donald.harradine@ntu.ac.uk )
For further details please contact Don Harradine (phone: 01623 798583 or email: donald.harradine@ntu.ac.uk )
Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Road, Yeading,
Middlesex UB4 9BH
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£40 (Zhong Ding members £30)
To book contact Brian Woodruff, 221 Church Road, Northolt, Middlesex UB5 5BE (phone: 020-8841-1054 or email brian@zhong-ding.com). Cheques should be made payable to B. Woodruff.
For further details please contact Glen Pelham-Mather (phone: 07732 524473 or 01903 500017)
This course is a unique opportunity to train with Tim Nicklin and Nigel Sutton. The course will cover footwork of the internal martial arts and weapons work from the arts of Japan/Okinawa.
Tim Nicklin is one of the UK’s foremost experts on the
original karate of Okinawa and in his extensive martial arts
career has studied with leading masters in Japan, Okinawa,
Taiwan and Malaysia as well as with the best of the UK’s
experts.
Nigel Sutton has studied extensively in China, Taiwan, Singapore
and Malaysia and specializes in the neijiaquan (internal martial
arts).
For further details please contact Mark Ellett
yinyanghands@hotmail.com
Venue: Thomas Peacock Hall (rear of Rye Sports Centre), Grove Road, Rye
Cost: £30
For further details please contact Stuart Innes (phone: 07961 949715 or 01424 429396)
For further details please contact Don Harradine (phone: 01623 798583 or email: donald.harradine@ntu.ac.uk )
This course is suitable for both beginners and more advanced students. Students should bring boxing gloves if possible.
Venue: Evergreen Centre, Urban Road (near Railway Station), Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Notts
Cost: £35 members, £40 non-members
For further details please contact Steve Johnson (phone: 01623 405106 or 01623 758647)
For further details please contact John Fowler (phone: 01803 400814 or email: johnfowler8@eurobell.co.uk )
Presented by Zhong Ding Traditional Chinese Martial
Arts Association
in conjunction with
Beijing Gao Style Baguazhang International
This special event celebrates the 16th Anniversary of the Zhong Ding Traditional Chinese Martial Arts Association and the Official Inauguration of the Beijing Gao Style Baguazhang International
The event will take place from August 13th to the 30th.
Accommodation will be in a four star hotel, the Paradise Sandy Bay
Hotel. Daily training of up to six hours will take place daily under
the supervision of Master Gao Jiwu 5th generation baguazhang descendant,
Nigel Sutton 6th generation baguazhang descendant and Chief Instructor
of the Zhong Ding Association, Master Zhao Wei Dong Senior Instructor
Dongfang Wushu Institute, Master Ho Ah San, disciple of Lu Tong Bao,
and others.
In addition there will be sightseeing tours of the island, an anniversary
dinner with performances and visits to local martial arts masters.
The event cost of 750 pounds sterling includes:
training with the Masters
welcome and farewell dinners
accommodation
buffet breakfast
sightseeing tours
anniversary dinner
To secure a place contact Nigel Sutton here. There will be a fifty pound discount for those who book before April 30th 2004.
The Paradise Sandy Bay Hotel
Venue: Thomas Peacock Hall (rear of Rye Sports Centre), Grove Road, Rye
Cost: £30
For further details please contact Stuart Innes (phone: 07961 949715 or 01424 429396)
As with last year Zhong Ding East Midlands will be hosting this event and they have arranged to include a delicious meal on the Saturday evening. Hopefully this year there will be a lot less singing of crude songs by members of the medical profession, still maybe fatherhood will have matured him. (Sorry C I couldn’t resist!) The weekend will be focused on the practice of taijiquan’s gong fu, that is the skill that you acquire through lots of hard work! There will also be a grading and our first ever multi-discipline friendly competition. Teams from all of the Zhong Ding areas will be competing in empty hand form, short weapon form, long weapon form, push hands and freestyle sparring. I know that teams all around the country have been training hard for this event. The competition events will be held throughout Saturday and finish on Sunday. Based on the performances of the competitors myself and the rest of the Technical Panel will be selecting a Zhong Ding National Team to train together and ultimately to take part in international competition.
The Spirit Training that we will all be taking part in is an important
part of the Zhong Ding tradition. We will train hard encouraging
each other to reach greater heights than we had previously thought
possible. This is a great way to forge ties of friendship through
hard work and a shared experience. As some of you might know in
June my wife, Fong led a group of hardy Sussex Zhong Ding members
in a night of midsummer madness during which they managed to complete
among other things four thousand spear thrusts. This is no easy
task but those who completed it felt transformed and empowered.
This weekend is a chance for you to achieve the same thing.
For those of you who wish to take a duan grading or to reconfirm
your current grade this weekend is the chance.
So I hope to see all of you there. Oh and did I mention there will
also be a shop selling weapons and other equipment at prices that
cannot be beaten. I’m looking forward to this weekend and
to seeing you all.
This course will be taught by Ian Sinclair.
Venue: Lockwood Conservative Club, Lockwood, Huddersfield
Contact: Ian Sinclair - 07719 571021
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An intensive seminar featuring three instructors who went to the source to train in their respective arts.
SENSEI DAVE HAZARD Shotokan Karate - a member of the prestigious JKA instructors' class www.ask-karate.org
SENSEI DAVE RUBENS Yoshinkan Aikido graduate of the Yoshinkan instructors' class www.meido.demon.co.uk
NIGEL SUTTON Zhengzi (Cheng Man Ching) Taijiquan 15 years training and living in Asia www.zhong-ding.com
Together these three teachers constitute a century of martial arts experience which they will be sharing on:
At: The Dukeries Leisure Centre
New Ollerton,
Newark,
Notts.
NG22 9QA
Please note that anyone attending the course will need to send a deposit of £15 one week before the event. The full cost is £30 - if no deposit is received one week before the course then cost is £45 on the day and this must be in cash
For more details and booking phone Don Harradine on 01623 798583
This workshop will feature the thirteen Straight
Sword (Jian) “secrets” and basic exercises leading
to sword sticky sparring. The course will be suitable for all
levels, including beginners who have never held a sword before.
Continuing from where Part 1 left off, this workshop will complete the Martial Skills Course, including certification, and is again compulsory for all Instructors/duan grades, but may be of interest to any student.
Nigel Sutton has spent more than two decades intensively studying and teaching the oriental martial arts both in Europe and the Far East. Nigel is the chief instructor of Zhong Ding Traditional Chinese Martial Arts Association, and now lives in Malaysia where he practises a wide range of Chinese martial arts. He is a direct student of Master Gao Zi Yin of Beijing, and Master Lee Bian Lei, Master Lau Kim Hong and Master Tan Swoh Theng of Malaysia. Nigel is the author of 'Applied Tai Chi Chuan', 'Tai Chi Chuan: Roots and Branches', 'Tai Chi Chuan: Form to Function', and 'Searching for the Way'.
Venue: Scout Hut, (next to 184)
Kings Road, Firswood, Manchester M16 0EL
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Cost: Sword Secrets - £25 for Zhong Ding
members, booked in advance (for non-members £35), Martial
Skills Course - Red Packet (minimum £25)
For further details please contact John Higginson (phone: 0161-860-4111)
The taiji jian or double-edged straightsword plays an important role in Chinese culture. It is simultaneously a weapon, a badge of office, a religious implement and a magical or supernatural talisman or form of protection.
Developed and refined from the heavy weapon of the bloody battlefields of a thousand years ago, the sword has been the mark of the gentleman warrior and the systems of usage developed for this weapon have over the centuries acquired a level of sophistication and subtlety truly justifying the use of the term martial art.
In Zhengzi taijiquan the jian plays an important role. Whereas the solo form is representative of the earth element, solid, rooted from which all things grow; the jian represents water. What is the nature of water? It is flowing, yielding, encompassing the capacity for the softness of the gentle cooling rain and the ferocity of the tidal wave. For the student of taijiquan, the jian develops sensitivity, agility and flow; all essential qualities in reaching the highest levels of the art.
Training in Zhengzi taiji jian involves learning the thirteen basic elements of the jian, a solo form of 54 postures and a series of pre-arranged two-person exercises which ultimately lead to a form of freeplay which emphasizes the subtle sticking power of the taiji jian.
On this seminar you will learn the thirteen basic elements of the sword which are often known as the Thirteen Sword Secrets. Once you have become confident in these basic movements you will learn how to practice them with a partner, first in pre-arranged sequences and then in freeplay.
This course is suitable for all; including those who have never handled a jian before. Since none of the techniques or usage depend on size or strength the jian is the great “equalizer”. Diligent study will result in a deepened understanding of the other aspects of the art of taijiquan thus making jian an essential study.
A wooden straight sword is all that you need. Metal jian may be used for solo work but are unsuitable for two person practice.
All students who complete the course will be awarded a certificate recording their participation in the course. Such certification will constitute one part of the requirements for the 2nd and 3rd Duan instructor ratification of grade.
Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Road, Yeading, Middlesex UB4 9BH Click here for a map
£40 (£35 for members booked in advance).
To book contact Brian Woodruff, 221 Church Road, Northolt, Middlesex UB5 5BE (phone: 020-8841-1054 or email brian@zhong-ding.com). Cheques should be made payable to B. Woodruff.
This seminar aims to show how the art of Taijiquan can be used as a Close Quarter Fighting Art. Although often seen as a purely health improvement art, Taijiquan (or Tai Chi) develops many Martial skills.
Based on some of the principles practiced in normal classes, the day will cover:
DISTANCING, CLOSING, CONTROLLING AND STRIKING.
All the techniques featured in this Seminar will be featured in a forthcoming book.
Suitable for novices and experienced Martial Artists.
Venue: Exwick Middle School, Exwick Hill, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2EW
Price: £20 (half day) / £30 (full day), £5 / £10 non-refundable deposit required
Due to limited spaces, places must be booked and deposits paid at least one week in advance. To book, please contact at ian@threestlyes.com or phone on 01392 256336.
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This seminar will look at the principles of the Traditional Chinese Jian, or straight sword, covering the skills used in Taijiquan and looking at the links between empty hand and weapons training.
This seminar will cover footwork drills, use of whole body power and sword movements.
If required a training sword can be provided at an additional cost. (Ask for details.)
Suitable for novices and experienced Martial Artists.
Venue: Exwick Middle School, Exwick Hill, Exeter, Devon, EX4 2EW
Price: £20 (half day) / £30 (full day), £5 / £10 non-refundable deposit required
Due to limited spaces, places must be booked and deposits paid at least one week in advance. To book, please contact at ian@threestlyes.com or phone on 01392 256336.
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This in-depth seminar will cover what Grandmaster Zheng Manqing
(Cheng Man Ching) described as the “tripod” upon which
our art is based. The course will consist of three sessions on
Saturday December 3rd and two sessions on Sunday December 4th,
including both practical training and a detailed examination of
the theoretical basis of these essential aspects of taijiquan.
The course will also include continuous assessment
ratification of Duan grades. All students wishing to test for
Duan grades or Instructor for health grades should inform their
club instructor.
Venue: Dukeries Leisure Centre, New Ollerton NG22 9QA
Contact: Don Harradine (01623 798583)
This workshop will feature applications and pressure point work with short (6”) sticks, which can easily be carried in the pocket or handbag. Suitable for all levels.
Nigel Sutton - has spent more than two decades intensively studying and teaching the oriental martial arts both in Europe and the Far East. He is the chief instructor of Zhong Ding International, and now lives in Malaysia where he practises a wide range of Chinese & Malay martial arts. He is a direct student of several Chinese and Malay masters in China, Malaysia and Singapore, and a fully qualified instructor of over a dozen martial arts, as well as the author of a number of books on taijiquan and related subjects, and columnist for “Martial Arts Illustrated”.
Venue: To be confirmed - please phone for details.
Price: £25 for members booked by 1st February (£35 for non-members)
To book contact John Higginson, 74 Greatstone Road, Firswood, Manchester M16 0HD (phone 0161-860-4111).
NB - There are also events in Europe that can be reached easily from the UK
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Continuing Nigel’s exploration of the basic skills of taijiquan, this time focussing on Dao (broadsword) this course will explore the usage of the weapon with solo and partner drills – and lots of fun with footballs(?!) It is not necessary to know a broadsword form (or own a broadsword) to attend this workshop – suitable for all levels, everyone welcome!
Nigel Sutton - has spent more than two decades intensively studying and teaching the oriental martial arts both in Europe and the Far East. He is the chief instructor of Zhong Ding International, and now lives in Malaysia where he practises a wide range of Chinese & Malay martial arts. He is a direct student of several Chinese and Malay masters in China, Malaysia and Singapore, and a fully qualified instructor of over a dozen martial arts, as well as the author of a number of books on taijiquan and related subjects, and columnist for “Martial Arts Illustrated”.
Venue: Scout Hut, (next to 184, Kings Road), Firswood, Manchester, M16 Click here for a map
Price: £35 for members booked by 1st February (£45 for non-members)
To book contact John Higginson, 74 Greatstone Road, Firswood, Manchester M16 0HD (phone 0161-860-4111).
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Kwai Taiji
This old Taiji fast form, which is rarely seen in the West outside Zhong Ding, is supremely effective in training the development and expression of "fa jing", or applied power. Through its practice, the student learns to generate power through total relaxation ("song"), by exploring the contrast between slow and fast, and hard and soft.
John Higginson is teaching the first section of the form, which he trained from 1994 under Master Liang He Qing of Muar, (from the line of Grandmaster Yang cheng fu). There may be a further two days to carry on with the form in March and April.
The form will be presented together with auxiliary exercises for training "fa jing". N.B. Those who know the form will be also training the applications!
Venue:Evergreen Community Centre, Urban Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Price: £30 for Zhong Ding members booked in advance (£40 for non-members).
Contact: Steve Johnson, 20 Kingsway, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire NG17 7BD (phone 01623-460147 or 01623 758647).
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This workshop will feature applications and pressure point work with short (6”) sticks, which can easily be carried in the pocket or handbag. Their length is from the tip of the outstretched thumb to the tip of the index finger, thus they are called "handspan" sticks. They are specially designed so that they are thicker at one end and taper down at the other. You are welcome to bring your own sticks, but we are having some specially made in Malaysia and we expect the price to be £5 for a pair of them on the day. This course is suitable for all levels.
Nigel Sutton - has spent more than two decades intensively studying and teaching the oriental martial arts both in Europe and the Far East. He is the chief instructor of Zhong Ding International, and now lives in Malaysia where he practises a wide range of Chinese & Malay martial arts. He is a direct student of several Chinese and Malay masters in China, Malaysia and Singapore, and a fully qualified instructor of over a dozen martial arts, as well as the author of a number of books on taijiquan and related subjects, and columnist for “Martial Arts Illustrated”.
Venue: West London Academy Community Sports Centre, Bengarth Road, Northolt, Middlesex UB5 5LQ Click here for a map
Price: £35 for members, £40 for non-members
To book contact Brian Woodruff, 221 Church Road, Northolt, Middlesex UB5 5BE (phone 020-8841-1054) or email brian@zhong-ding.com
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This old Taiji fast form, which is rarely seen in the West outside Zhong Ding, is supremely effective in training the development and expression of "fa jing", or applied power. Through its practice, the student learns to generate power through total relaxation ("song"), by exploring the contrast between slow and fast, and hard and soft.
John Higginson is teaching the first section of the form, which he trained from 1994 under Master Liang He Qing of Muar, (from the line of Grandmaster Yang cheng fu). There may be a further two days to carry on with the form in March and April.
The form will be presented together with auxiliary exercises for training "fa jing". N.B. Those who know the form will be also training the applications!
Venue:Evergreen Community Centre, Urban Road, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Price: £30 for Zhong Ding members booked in advance (£40 for non-members).
Contact: Steve Johnson, 20 Kingsway, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire NG17 7BD (phone 01623-460147 or 01623 758647).
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The course will be split into two sessions:
1. Applications of Master Liangs walking stick form. This will concentrate on how the stick is used, drills for developing speed, power and accuracy and finally applications. It is best if students have learnt one of Master Liangs walking stick forms for this course.
2. From form to formlessness. Detailed work on both internal and external aspects of the form with specific focus on how we go from form to the highest level of no shape no form.
This course will be suitable for all levels.
Cost: members £25 & Non members £30
There will also be a free topic session after the course open to all advanced Zhong Ding students. 4pm - 6pm cost £10
Venue: Kingskerswell Public Hall, Newton Road, Kingskerswell, Devon,TQ12 5EH (next to The Sloop public house). Click
here for a map
Contact: John 01803 400814 E-mail: johnjfowler@blueyonder.co.uk
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Cost: members £25
Venue:The Sidney Walter Centre, Sussex Road, Worthing, West Sussex. BN11 1DS. Click
here for a map
Contact: jan.simpson2@ntlworld.com
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Applications of Master Liangs walking stick form. This will concentrate on how the stick is used, drills
for developing speed, power and accuracy and finally applications. It is best, but not essential, if students have learnt one of
Master Liangs walking stick forms for this course.
This course will be suitable for all levels.
Cost: members £15 & Non members £17
Venue: University of York Sport and Fitness Centre Click here for a map
Contact: Nick Merriam, 07940 938914 E-mail: nicholas@merriam.me.uk
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Saturday's Masterclass is open to everyone and will focus on general taiji principles, with particular emphasis on improving general form and pushing hands. The course will be suitable for all levels, including beginners.
On Sunday there will be a Masterclass for all Zhong Ding instructors and senior students which will also incorporate a grading for anyone who needs to grade or ratify their existing grading; however it will be necessary to attend for the full weekend in order to be eligible to grade.
Nigel Sutton has spent more than two decades intensively studying and teaching the oriental martial arts both in Europe and the Far East. He is the chief instructor of Zhong Ding and now lives in Malaysia where he practices and teaches a wide range of martial arts (he has also just set up a branch of Zhong Ding in the Philippines). Nigel is a direct student of Master Gao Zi Yin of Beijing and Master Lee Bian Lei, Master Lau Kim Hong and Master Tan Swoh Theng of Malaysia. He is the author of "Applied Tai Chi Chuan", "Tai Chi Chuan: Roots and Branches", "Tai Chi Chuan: Form to Function" and "Searching for the Way".
Venue:Scout Hut, (next to 184, Kings Road), Firswood, Manchester, M16 Click here for a map
| Price: | Saturday only | £30 for Zhong Ding members booked in advance (£40 for non-members) |
| Sunday / Full Weekend | £65 for Zhong Ding members booked in advance (£85 for non-members) |
Contact: John Higginson, 74 Greatstone Road, Firswood, Manchester M16 0HD (phone 0161-860-4111).
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John Higginson will be teaching on si zhen tui on Thursday evening
Contact: Nick Merriam for venues and times (07940 938914)
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SLOW FORM
An opportunity to work on the key principles and actual movements of the slow taiji hand form, via the lessons given by the "Taiji Classics". N.B. Suitable for all.
DAO
Dao training is the first step to a real understanding of the nature of the taiji slow hand form. The workshop will increase the student's appreciation of the intrinsic energies of taijiquan, as well as developing flexibility, root and awareness skills.
Contact: Mark Ellett for venues and times (01903 537304)
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This Xingyi dao system comes from Master Zhao Wei Dong of Shangxi Province. It consists of five basic movements based on the five elements, twelve short animal forms and a linking form. This part of the Xingyi syllabus is seldom seen and rarely taught, so this is a unique opportunity.
Because the movements are simple and direct, they are suitable for all - even those who have no experience with this weapon. They also provide a solid framework on which to build a comprehensive understanding of how this weapon may be used.
Nigel will focus not only on form, but also function.
Venue: Aberford Village Hall, Aberford, LS25
Cost: Both days: £75.00 (members - if booked*) / £85.00 (non-members)
Single day: £40.00 (members - if booked*) / £50.00 (non-members)
(*at least a week before the course)
Contact: Nick Merriam: hsingi_aberford@hotmail.com, 07940 938914
This course will focus on the key principles of song (alert relaxation), unified structure in motion, centre and footwork; and what these principles teach us about the art in application.
Students of all levels may benefit from this course as it will focus in detail on the development and application of these principles in an accessible and applicable manner.
The following areas will be explored:
Song: structure, sensitivity, awareness, understanding, "giving up oneself to follow others".
Unified structure in motion: "one part moves all moves", body awareness, alignment, the constant interchange of yin and yang.
Centre: zhong ding, movement from the centre, mental intent to physical movement.
Footwork: the five directions, taijiquan's essential footwork patterns.
Theory and practice will be explored with direct reference both to solo practice and partnerwork.
Venue: Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Road, Yeading, Middlesex UB4 9BH Click here for a map
Cost: £40 (£35 for members booked in advance).
Contact: Brian Woodruff, 221 Church Road, Northolt, Middlesex UB5 5BE (phone: 020-8841-1054 or email brian@zhong-ding.com).
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This course is suitable only for advanced students and disciples and will cover the offensive and defensive use of the single edged knife. The methods taught are taken from a range of Malaysian martial arts including several different styles of silat - no previous knowledge of knifework is required.
Venue: Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Road, Yeading, Middlesex UB4 9BH Click here for a map
Cost: £30 (£25 for members booked in advance). If also attending the "Lessons of the Key Principles of the Taijiquan Form" course the cost is £20 (£15 for members booked in advance).
Contact: Brian Woodruff, 221 Church Road, Northolt, Middlesex UB5 5BE (phone: 020-8841-1054 or email brian@zhong-ding.com).
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As well as the usual events, there will also be a demonstration competition in which each area will be eligible to enter a team with prizes going to those who best showcase the art. There is no limit in terms of age or ability in this event and I hope it will draw lots of participants.
A new event will be the weapon sparring competition, using padded weapons and safety equipment. There will be one category for sword length weapons and one for long weapons as well as an open category for the more “adventurous”.
Events:
Empty hand forms (external and internal)
Weapons forms (external and internal)
Pushing hands - Moving step only
International competion - UK vs Malasian Team
Weapons sparring
There will be a team competition (3 persons per team) covering the main events of form and pushing hands.
Rules: Forms, Push Hands, Weapons Sparring (these documents are in adobe acrobat format - .pdf)
To Enter: Entry Form (in adobe acrobat format - .pdf)
Venue: Dukeries Leisure Centre, Whinney Lane, New Ollerton, Notts NG22 9QA Click here for a map
The competition dinner will follow the competition at 5:30pm.
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The course will focus on the use of distancing in Chinese, Malay, Thai and Western martial arts with particular reference to weapons usage.
The course instructors will present a study of both the theory and practice of distancing, drawing on the wealth of their experience in these areas. Course participants will learn and explore a range of different methods for estimating and using distancing with a range of weapons from the knife, through the sword and parang, to such long weapons as the staff.
Guru Zainal Abidin (co-author of Silat Tua: The Malay Dance of Life) is a veteran martial artist who as well as being inheritor of several Silat systems is also a lineage holder in a family system of Classical Thai Martial Arts. Guru Zainal has competed successfully in Muay Thai tournaments in Thailand and is a Senior Instructor in the Penang Silat Community.
Don Harradine’s martial arts experience spans three decades during which time he has earned teaching qualifications in fencing, taijiquan, baguazhang, xingyiquan, Silat Tua, Silat Lian Padukan and Silat Embo.
Nigel Sutton has trained in Chinese martial arts for the best part of three decades. During the last 15 years he has lived in Malaysia where as well as studying and teaching the Chinese arts he also studies Silat, Eskrima and Krabi Krabong.
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This course will be suitable for students of all levels including complete beginners.
Venue: Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Road, Yeading, Middlesex UB4 9BH Click here for a map
Cost: £40 (£35 for members booked in advance).
Contact: Brian Woodruff, 221 Church Road, Northolt, Middlesex UB5 5BE (phone: 07836 680048 or email brian@zhong-ding.com).
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This course will be suitable for students of all levels including complete beginners.
Venue: Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Road, Yeading,
Middlesex UB4 9BH Click here for a map
Cost: £35 (£30 for members booked in advance).
Contact: Brian Woodruff, 221 Church Road, Northolt, Middlesex UB5 5BE (phone: 07836 680048 or email brian@zhong-ding.com).
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Master Liang's Long Form with Nigel Sutton
Nigel will be returning to the UK to teach the second part of Master Liang's long form to "inside" students. This form is based upon the Yang long form, however, there are elements of the Kwai Taiji (fast form) also taught by Master Liang and several other major variations which assist in developing internal strength and power. Nigel considers this form a vital tool in our Taiji progress.
Seminar with Master Instructor John Gardiner
John Gardiner is a member of the Zhong Ding Technical Panel and will the delivering a seminar (detail to be confirmed).
Seminar with Master Instructors John Fowler and Pete Lane
John Fowler is also a member of the Zhong Ding Technical Panel and will the delivering a seminar with his fellow Master Instructor Pete Lane (detail to be confirmed).
Seminar with Master Instructor Miles Craig
Miles Craig will be delivering a two hour Qigong seminar during the day (detail to be confirmed).
Seminar with Master Instructor Darren Roberts
Darren Roberts will be delivering a seminar during the day (detail to be confirmed).
Seminar with Master Instructor Dave Spencer
Dave Spencer will be delivering a seminar during the day (detail to be confirmed).
Seminar with Master Instructor Don Harradine
Don Harradine will be delivering a seminar during the day (detail to be confirmed).
There will be two events running at the same time during the day so you will be able to select the sessions you wish to attend.
Cost: £60 for the day (including discounted entry to the Championship*)
*If you have attended this seminar you will be able to enter as many Championship events as you wish for only £20.
Venue:Sports Gym, Next to Main Building (George Elliot), Nottingham Trent University,
Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Nottingham NG11 8NS Click here for a map
Contact:If you are interested in attending this session, please contact Don Harradine (email: d.harradine@sky.com - tel: 01623 798583). Please also contact Don if you are travelling some distance and are looking for accommodation on Friday and/or Saturday night.
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The date and venue for the 2009 Annual Master Liang He Qing Championship has now been confirmed.
Events will include
Please click here for an application form which includes the prices for the events.
A campus map can be viewed by clicking here. The Gym is number 7 on the map.
For directions to the Clifton Campus, please use the University direction finder which can be found here.
Venue:Sports Gym, Next to Main Building (George Elliot), Nottingham Trent University,
Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane, Nottingham NG11 8NS Click here for a map
Contact:If you are interested in attending this session, please contact Don Harradine (email: d.harradine@sky.com - tel: 01623 798583). Please also contact Don if you are travelling some distance and are looking for accommodation on Friday and/or Saturday night.
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This course will be suitable for students of all levels including complete beginners.
Venue: Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Road, Yeading,
Middlesex UB4 9BH Click here for a map
Cost: £25 (£20 for members booked in advance).
Contact: Brian Woodruff, 221 Church Road, Northolt, Middlesex UB5 5BE (phone: 07836 680048 or email brian@zhong-ding.com).
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Master Instructor Miles Craig will be providing a Qigong seminar covering:
These both have a 5 element part and Wudan Secret fist also has self-cultivation aspect. In addition to this the seminar will also include various other exercises in the Zhong Ding Qigong syllabus.
Venue: Room 087, George Elliot Building, Nottingham Trent University, Clifton Campus, Clifton Lane Nottingham NG11 8NS. A campus map can be viewed by clicking here and the room is in the language centre which is number 12 on the map.
Cost: £30
Contact: If you require any further information about the session, please contact Miles Craig at energy_orchard@live.co.uk or telephone 07854 283718.
Come and join your fellow Zhong Ding Members for a weekend of training with Master Nigel Sutton and other Senior Zhong Ding instructors in this tranquil forest location in the East Midlands. You will be able to start the day with some early morning form practice before breakfast and then attend a range of seminars throughout the day delivered by Nigel and other senior instructors. The weekend will begin on the Friday evening and continue through to 4.00pm on the Sunday. If you are unable to attend the whole weekend, it is possible to book for parts of the weekend. There will be a grading on the Saturday evening followed by a social event. Dormitory accommodation will be provided as well as simple home cooked meals (full board). To view and download a brochure with the draft schedule for the weekend and the price list, please click here. If you wish to attend the event, please complete an application form and send it with payment to: Graham Ball, 12 Hillside Drive, Southwell, Nottinghamshire NG25 0JZ. If you have any questions about the event then please contact Don Harradine at d.harradine@sky.com or telephone 01623 798583. Venue: Walesby Forest Outdoor Adventure Activity Centre, Brake Road, Walesby, Newark, Nottinghamshire NG22 9NG |
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A detailed examination of the form and how it functions on many different levels, from healing/therapeutic aspects to mind/body integration to fundamental training for martial arts.
This course is suitable for all levels of exponent as it examines principles of movement as well as specific details and lays a firm foundation for further study.
All aspects of pushing hands will be examined and course participants will be provided with opportunities to work at their own level of expertise as well as being given the opportunity to “stretch their boundaries” if they so wish.
This workshop examines the use of this weapon from the viewpoint of the taijiquan exponent. Drills and practices from a number of Chinese and Southeast Asian systems will be taught and practised as the practical application of taijiquan principles.
Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th November 9AM - 4PM
68A High Street, Starbeck, Harrogate, HG2 7LW
Click here for a map.
Zhong Ding members £35 for one day & £60 for both, also concessions. Non members £40 for one day & £70 for both. Note there will be an opportunity to sign up for Zhong Ding membership on the day and this will cost £20.
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Nigel Sutton will be teaching the Cheng Man Ching circulations and the cotton palm qigong.
This course will be suitable for all levels, including complete beginners.
Venue: Yeading Community Centre, Ditchfield Road, Yeading,
Middlesex UB4 9BH Click here for a map
Cost: £40 (£35 for members booked in advance).
Contact: Brian Woodruff, 221 Church Road, Northolt, Middlesex UB5 5BE (phone: 07836 680048 or email brian@zhong-ding.com).
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Zhong Ding Spring Training Camp
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