Author Archives: Casey

My Tai Chi Dream, MMA Respecting Tai Chi

Posted on February 12, 2012 by Casey

The subject says it all. This has been a dream of mine for over 10 years and now I’m sharing it with you in hopes of making it a reality. I believe in the stories of old that probably every … Continue reading →

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L3: Protect Your Center Like A Most Precious Jewel

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Casey

I’ll recap what I talked about in the video. When doing push hands a lot of people

Posted in Tai Chi Lessons | 5 Comments

DDJ #02 – All The World Knows Beauty

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Casey

I had an “awakening moment” of sorts AFTER I wrote what’s below. Originally that made me NOT want to continue writing these personal commentaries. Perhaps exactly the opposite is what I need to do! I have a feeling the deep … Continue reading →

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L2: Practical Use Of Potato Sack Technique

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Casey

Questions? Comments? You know what to do.

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DDJ #1 – The Way That Becomes A Way…

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Casey

…is not the Immortal Way. I was going to do this project where I posted my own commentary on each passage of the Daodejing every Friday. Then I had an experience that made me not want to do it… TOO … Continue reading →

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The First Video Lesson

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Casey

I’m really not sure what to title this! lol I’ll just add that it’s good to let someone push you around and practice being relax about getting pushed (instead of getting all stiff). I’m sure these lessons will get better … Continue reading →

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A Story About Me, Martial Arts And Marketing

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Casey

I’ve been obsessed with martial arts for as long as I can remember. My first idol was Mr. Miyagi (the old master from Karate Kid). I remember seeing that movie and making a personal vow to myself that I was … Continue reading →

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ICMAC Chicago Tai Chi Push Hands Tournament Recap

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Casey

Looks at this! Blog posts for 2 weeks in a row! We’re on a roll. Looks like it’s going to work out well having Shane in charge of the videos and me in charge of the blog posts. My First … Continue reading →

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New Intro, Weekly Videos And Updates

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Casey

My senior student (and roommate and best buddy) Shane has been harassing about doing regular posts to the website. Looks like it’s finally going to be a reality! We’ve decided to split up the work (him doing the videos, me … Continue reading →

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A Discussion Forum Focused On Push Hands

Posted on July 24, 2011 by Casey

My original tai chi teacher was in town from Taiwan for 2 weeks and before he left he said I should setup a discussion forum for push hands. I didn’t have to think about it very long before I thought … Continue reading →

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