Notes from Teacher’s Training: March 1997

Yinning/Yanging

Full Weight Shift
Allow the heel to rise after the weight shifts fully
Relax the waist
Bend both knees
Stay at one level
First shift the weight, then allow the waist to turn

Movements

Use little of the upper arms
Leave a bend in the elbow
Relax the waist and wrists
Allow the arms to float

General

Softness means letting go
Allow it to happen
Softness and Continuity
Move as if moving through “very heavy air”
Breathe regularly and evenly
Let your thoughts escape – don’t hold them
Relax!