Performance

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Taichi is a body art. Through the demonstration of performer's body movement we can appreciate the hard work behind. Hopefully, we can also see the principle of Taichi.

So, from which point of view we should observe to get the most out from a performer's presentation?

From Taichi theory point of view:
1/ Does the move always come from ground up, generate from waist, transfer through his body joint by joint up to his finger?
2/ Does the entire body always moves as one unit? Although sometimes one part could go forward and the other parts goes backward, as long as it is balanced and related, you should be able to tell.
3/ Is all the weight naturally distributed through the supporting bones while the intention is well directed from ground to his intention point. Are his eyes and fingers also telling that?
4/ Is the subtleties and agility being demonstrated. Are all kinds of stepping technique showing properly? Is the Fa Jing clean and powerfully? Is the movement light and smooth?

To the global point of view:
1/ is the intention uninterrupted throughout the form?
2/ Is his eyes showing the imaginary opponent while scenario of simulation shift from one to another.

A good Taichi demonstration is definitely worth watching. Yet, a good-looking Taichi demonstration is not necessarily a good Taichi performance. Work hard, and let yourself be a good Taichi performer, not only the good-looking one. :)