There is a quote that I am about to butcher horribly that says “fools talk about events, the mediocre talk about words, and genius’s talk about ideas…”
I think the same can be said of martial arts. Those who teach in terms of concepts are truly practicing high art. I have had the pleasure of knowing a few and working with them.
It was great to meet Lo Dexiu and feel what he has to offer.
Thanks to Buddy for sponsoring Luo’s seminar this year again. the third year running. Through Buddy’s efforts in organizing his teacher’s yearly seminar, we are all given the opportunity to study real ba gua with one of the finest teachers available anywhere.
Thanks to Luo for the amazing seminar (although I was only able to attend 3 of the six days, it was GREAT). His energy, dedication to his art and direct user friendly teaching of such a complex and subtle art make for a rare and astounding experience.
Nice to have met you TB and phil.
Good training,
Walter
Park Bok-Nam http://www.pa-kua.com has a student group in Boston (watertown right off the pike) that meets Saturday mornings. I was a student there for some time and continue to practice what I learned there. Park stops by the group 4-5 times a year. His skill is quite amazing. Be prepared to work your arse off on very basic things for months before you even get to learn the circle walk. The teaching style is very traditional there. Check out the site for more detail.
For the record, I boxed in college, am a blue belt in BJJ, dabbled in wrestling, judo, and thai boxing, and I still think that this training has a lot of merit. I plan on focussing on Ba Gua with BJJ as a fun supplement for the rest of my time in the arts.