Mill Bay Traditional Martial Arts Academy
Mill Bay Traditional Martial Arts Academy
I recently returned to Mill Bay Traditional Martial Arts after an absence of 6 years. I missed the practice over those years and looked forward to the time that my busy lifestyle allowed me to return, and I am happy that I made the commitment to myself to return. The dojo is clean, spacious and well equipped. Whether you’re practicing Tai Chi or Karate, the six virtues that make up a Martial Artist’s lifestyle – Humility, Honour, Patience, Compassion, Loyalty and Gratitude – are followed. The techniques and their applications are clearly and safely demonstrated, and the student has adequate time to practice the demonstrated skills. I enjoy the practice of Tai Chi, and have learned the ability to use it for relaxation and I am building the confidence to use the Tai Chi fighting skills. Traditional weapons training is also part of a Karate or Tai Chi class, with students learning weapons kata as well as empty hand kata.
Before the Tai Chi class I sit and watch the “kids” class. It’s wonderful to see children learning these skills and building their confidence – and also learning and respecting the Six Virtues.
This has been a really nice experience for me. I am new to this dojo and the instructor is excellent. I feel very welcome. He is an excellent communicator and very passionate regarding his teachings. Everyone was very kind and supportive at the dojo. Other students encouraged me when I was learning. In all my travels, I have yet to find a better instructor. Mill Bay has no idea how lucky we are.
By Peder
“It is a self defense exercise that can make your body strong. In the use of this exercise, there are a hundred benefits without one harm. -Ts’ai Chueh-ming It is common these days to see pictures of people doing Tai Chi or Tai Chi inspired postures alongside advertisements and newsletters in various health publications. Tai Chi… Continue Reading