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| The late Grandmaster, Gin Foon Mark, my Southern Praying Mantis teacher, Como Park, 2011. |
“Surviving is important. Thriving is elegant.”
-Maya Angelou
The weather has been perfect for outside practice these last
few weeks. I hope to keep classes outside into October. The year I moved here,
1984, we had class outside into November! I have a few options for indoor
classes, and will keep you posted. Covid19 is still a factor and I do want to
provide safe and healthy environments while training. Patience is still key!
A hearty THANK YOU to my subs and guest instructors! I am
able to travel and teach outside of Minnesota with your help.
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| My Northern 7-Star Praying Mantis teacher, the late Sifu Lo Man-biu, second row, far right. |
Speaking of travel, I’m going to Delaware for the month of
October. I’ll be working with Sifu Bryan Davis and Twin Willows Tai-Chi the first
half of the month, and Sifu Diane Cannon and Ming Tao Tai-Chi the second half.
My classes in Minnesota will continue as before.
Book suggestion=Secrets of the Karambit by David Seiwart
While I was in Colorado, I got to meet up with my long time student
Mike Sauter, and his son Kai. Mike is one of the few to earn a teaching
certificate from me in Northern Praying Mantis and Shao-lin. Mike is a full-contact fighting champion, as well as forms and weapons. We worked on a
few ideas and concepts, then I tested Kai’s stance work, which was excellent.
As always happens when martial artists get together to train, the time flew by!
As of September 1st, I’m no longer teaching
beginner classes. I have five students who are more than qualified to bring
people on to the Tai-Chi path. Call or text any of the following for new
classes and start times:
Julie Cisler, Minneapolis, 612-876-7915 https://mindfulmotiontaichi.com/
John Stitely, St Paul, 651-328-7777
John Feely, Stillwater, 651-323-8714 https://www.rivervalleytaichi.com/
Mike Cain, Rochester, https://mctaichi.org/
Wanda Koehler, Northfield, 612-209-5752
September 9th marks my one year anniversary on
Patreon! My page has been such a great addition to my teaching, and helped me navigate the pandemic. I’ve been able to reach people beyond Minnesota,
reconnect with old friends, and share many forms, practices, and lessons. As I
learn even more about the page and the various services, I plan to expand my
teachings. I have a few forms to finish posting, then I’ll start posting
pushing-hands drills, methods, etudes, and applications. If you haven’t joined my
page please do! If you’ve been my patron for this past year, I am truly grateful.
https://www.patreon.com/rayhayward
While you’re online, also check out my YouTube page, Ray
Hayward the Inspired Teacher. You’ll find many historical and instructional videos
there.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtlwnHdNjN-Dd5Hjsi3akYQ
Questions, comments, ideas, feel free to text me at 218-341-9894
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| My teacher, Dr Leung Kay-chi turns 83 on Sept 4th, Happy Birthday! |
Wishing you a happy and gorgeous Autumnal Season!
With a bow,
-Ray
“The time to relax is when you don’t have time for it.”
-Sydney J. Harris
Here is a message from Julie Cisler
“It’s
been great to work with many of you in the park again. But shorter days and
cooler temps are coming. Mindful Motion Tai-Chi Academy needs a new
home!
Our old space in the Ivy Arts building was spacious, but too large
for our current needs. We’re looking to re-open in a slightly smaller
space.
I am currently looking for a new home for Mindful Motion Tai-Chi
Academy. We haven’t found a permanent space yet, but I’m excited to be able to
find a new home for our school.
Thanks to several helpful tips from classmates and teaching
contacts, I’ve found a few good sublet options, with wood floors, plenty of
space, and ample parking. We plan to have indoor classes available by October
1.
Our new schedule will include beginner-level classes taught by me,
and classes for Sifu Ray’s students. I will also continue to offer classes for
my long-term students. Expect email updates with our new schedule, COVID
guidelines, and location(s) in about 2 weeks.
I look forward to seeing you again!
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