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57-Chen Zhonghua New York Workshop 20260131.
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56-Chen Zhonghua New York Workshop 20260131.
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55-Chen Zhonghua New York Workshop 20260131.
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Video With Trailer 05-Bartosch Hoecht Push-Hands Private 20260308005Sub.
1st Dresden Chen Zhonghua Taijiquan Seminar 20260309. This is a one day seminar devoted as a primer for Karate students of Roberto Romero. This seminar was designed around fundamentals called Zhujigong (Building the Foundations). 1. ningmaojin 拧毛巾 Twisiting the Towel is to train the front and back/in and out moments that only uses the elbow. 2. Liufengsibi 六封四闭 Six Sealing and Four Closing is to train the rotational movements of the torso that only uses the waist/kua. 3. Tishui 提水 Fetch Water trains the up and down movement of the body which only uses the knee. 4. Zheng Quan 正圈 Positive Circle is the first synthesized move to train the coordination of the whole body. 5. Fanquan 反圈 Negative Circle is the second synthesized move that trains the coordination of the whole body. Fanquan mirror the zhenquan and the first move is on top, while zhengquan the first move is downwards.
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Year: 2025 Location: Sydney Chen Zhonghua Taiji Academy
08-Private-Sydney Chen Zhonghua Taijiquan Seminar 20251129.
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1st Surabaya Practical Method 20241123-24.
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Year: 2026 Location: New York, USA
54-Chen Zhonghua New York Workshop 20260131.
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Michael Calandra’s martial arts journey is defined by a rare intersection of traditional discipline and real-world application. A veteran of the NYPD, Michael retired in 2010 as a Detective in the Intelligence Division following a distinguished 22-year career. His extensive experience as both a Transit and Police Officer provided him with a gritty, realistic lens through which he views combat and self-defense, a perspective he has shared as a dojo owner for over 35 years. In 2022, he relocated from New York to Wittmann, Arizona, where he opened Seishinkan West to continue his legacy as an internationally recognized instructor who has taught seminars across China, India, Europe, South America, and the United States. |
| His formal pedigree is rooted in deep lineage, holding the rank of 10th Dan Hanshi in Isshin-Ryu Karate under Master Kichiro Shimabuku, a 6th Dan in Matayoshi Kobudo under Master Yoshiaki Gakiya, and a 1st Dan in Tenshin Shoden Katori Shinto-Ryu under Master Yukihiro Sugino. In addition to his mastery of Japanese arts, Michael was inducted as the 24th Indoor Disciple under Master Chen Zhonghua. He has dedicated himself to the study and promotion of Chen Style Taijiquan Practical Method, hosting annual workshops to preserve the system’s mechanical integrity and technical depth.In this podcast, Michael reflects on his 25-year relationship with Master Chen Zhonghua and the nuances of the Practical Method. Drawing directly from his years of fighting experience on the streets of New York, he discusses the vital necessity of realistic training. His unique background allows him to bridge the gap between ancient tradition and modern survival, offering listeners a profound look at the “martial truth” of why practitioners must prioritize functional application over mere form. | |
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Adapted from a Podcast Transcript:
“The Martial Truth Podcast EP2” When the Student is Ready the Teacher will Appear broadcasted Feb 11, 2023 |
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