Clips From "The 1st World Cup TaiChi Championship 2006"

[pixelbind]

I'm a bit curious. Wouldn't you have an advantage if you have a large mass and somewhat short. So you have a a lower center of gravity?

[miltownkid]

@pixelbind Yes. Just like being stronger gives one an advantage as well. The goal is to increase your Tai Chi skill to the point where you're able to neutralize advantages like this (like actually become disadvantages over time if a person relies on them). Google or search YouTube for Black Horse Tai Chi. More videos and whatnot there.

[TheZhongzheng]

nice video, thanks for sharing.

[GHOSTntheMACHINE]

There is so much "chi" being harnessed in that room right now. Chuck Norris, Steven Segal and Jean Claude van Damme wouldn't even step foot in there.

[Belphybear]

im confused...isnt it suppose to be pushing hands? not grappling o__o dont they usually push push push then execute a push or pull at the right time? rather than go straight into a bear hug

[miltownkid]

@Belphybear There are a lot of different competitions with a lot of different rules. This one was... Hands touching (a certain way), referee says START and you're off! I personally like the rougher rule set, than the "micro managed" ones I've seen clips of on the web. This is how they do it in China/Asia and they're the ones who came up with it, so... ;)

[CottonBoxer]

though it seems you have some skills, i saw too much soving and attack and not enough sensing/redirection .

though you clearly did more of that then your opponent in that clip. congrat's btw

[VigilanteSidekick987]

Good stuff... just watched a few of your videos. It's cool seeing somebody that is into MMA/Jiu Jitsu and also training in Taiji. Not many people are willing to see how well they go together. Keep it up.

[myclicks]

Physics 101: Bigger body mass wins.

[miltownkid]

Not always. I got beat by smaller dudes.

[peeonatree]

@myclicks physics also dictates that there are other variables involved

[scorcher165]

@myclicks Technique > Strength and Mass

[YoutoobSam]

Casey?! Awesome stuff. At 0:57 you just let him walk right passed you... well not walk you swung him round.

[TaoFyre]

Holy crap dude you're huge! How tall are you? 6'6? 6'7?

[CameronMuellerKrouse]

Nice! where is this take place.

[miltownkid]

Taipei, Taiwan.

[CameronMuellerKrouse]

Dam impressive mlk

[CameronMuellerKrouse]

mtk*

[Baird898]

is that you miltown?

[miltownkid]

Yep.

[sozzoll]

you absolutely shat all over that guy in the white shirt lol...crazy shit, i wouldnt like to face up to you...you huge lol

[BigG507]

dude at 1:25, its so funny how u tossed him like wayyyyyy back haha

[aplayaz2000]

This is Tai chi? I thought TC was all about relaxing and breathing. Some skills there MTK! Also how do you have the time to view all comments for all videos, its crazy! Thats dedication.

[miltownkid]

Yeah, that's Taichi. Taichi is GANGSTER, it's just that most people don't know it's true potential.

[BSPrince]

Haha nice one, but next time could you try throwing in some fancy moves. Seems like the same story over and over. Mix it up a bit :)

[miltownkid]

:) That's EXACTLY what Taichi is all about! The same story over and over again worked to perfection. :)

[RamboVII]

Man you pooned him lol

[miltownkid]

Yeah. I'm hoping I can go to this competition again this year.

[assnemesis]

from what i see you don't get points for a lot of your wins or are the rules different from Wudang tai chi? (talking Fixed step)

since you move your feet

[miltownkid]

The first clip was moving step. The second part, yeah the rules might be different. They basically give points to the person whose feet move last (if ever.)

[eyestorm11]

Dude, you are awesome!! howd you learn all this?

[miltownkid]

Just by pursing shit I like in a HARDCORE manner. If you ever want a "How to XYZ" let me know and I'll hook some shit up.

[ermah]

Hey MTK, cool. Didn't know you rocked so in Tai chi too!

[tubevmaster]

Hello, I am a combat Tai Chi practictioner as well. What kind of style are you studying?

[miltownkid]

Google search "search center tai chi"

[Threepwood23]

Looks a bit sloppy, not very stylish Tai Chi anyway

[miltownkid]

Show me someone that does pushhands with "style" and I'll show you someone that's gonna lose. ;) Really though, being able to "stylishly" deflect an attack is some really high level shit, and even then it doesn't look that stylish. I've met 2 people that I've been impressed with. Both were over 50. I have a long way to go...

[hiucf]

May I know where is this tournament held?

[miltownkid]

Taipei Taiwan

[hiucf]

On the scene of fixed step push hands. The winner is average but still lack song. From looking we can see the stiffness when under attack. He shld forget about self and dont worry too much of the pushes, as long as one can sink and with loose shoulders and waist no push will be effective. Also must brush-up fajin. Let it be suddenly appear and suddenly dissappear then his skill will be a step higher.

[miltownkid]

Yes, easier said than done. We all have to walk before running (and crawl before that.) It's funny the number of Taiji practicioners that like to talk the talk, but can't walk the walk (let alone crawl it.)

[joetaichi]

no internal power all muscle....

[miltownkid]

Nothing is all muscle.  Shows want you (don't) know.

[Mettle]

That's right!