Homework and Further Learning
Here are some notes for further practice and reference to support class
Everyone has their own way of training and learning. There are many ways in which we can learn, so own notes are strongly recommended, be they written, be they your own videos, or stick men.
Golden Rooster Stands On One Leg Repulse Monkey
For notes for Golden Rooster, click here.
This is a short form, which is a good stepping form for beginners, and has benefits for the spleen and stomach.
Swimming Dragon
To the notes and a video clip for Swimming Dragon, click here.
This form is a more advanced stepping practice that requires good balance, opening and closing skills, and can help straighten out the spine. When done with multiple types of stepping, this can also become a very good practice about decision making and remaining calm.
8 Pieces of Brocade
To notes for Eight Pieces of Brocade, click here.
The Eight Pieces of Brocade were originally designed to improve the health and functionality of soldiers, who not only had to deal with immense physical hardship, but also deal with the mental and physical consequences of battle such as injuries and trauma.
Still Fish Dance
To notes of the form Still Fish Dance, click here.
The practice is divided into 5 sections, and is a practice without stepping but with plenty of footwork. It is a blood pressure regulator, works with the blood and fluids in the body, improves fertility, clear thinking, and the kidneys and bladder.
The Bridge
For written notes (no images) of The Bridge, click here.
White Crane Brushes Knee
For notes on White Crane Brushes Knee, click here.
White Crane Brushes Knee is an excellent balance and coordination practice, improving the plasticity of the brain. It is not an easy practice , but it is very worth while doing for that very reason. Eventually, the moves become smooth, expansive, and good alignment follows.
NEW: online courses
If you want to practice your breathing, or learn 'Wild Goose Claw' or 'Wing of Bird' stepping on an online, pre-recorded course taught by Isabelle's teacher Master Williams, click here. There is some free and some paid content.