Push Hands Workshop in Vancouver BC with Sam Masich Sept 19-21

September 19-21, 2025 in Vancouver, Canada

Eight disc-framed & Four-square fixed-step push-hands
Bapan Jiazi Sizheng Dingbu Tuishou 八盤架子四正定步推手

with Sam Masich

The 'eight disc-framed fixed-step push-hands' (bapan jiazi) or 'one-to-eight' are the foundation exercises for traditional Yang-style Taijiquan push-hands. Like a good coach, the 1-8 lead students progressively, step-by-step, into comprehension and skillfulness.



As well as introducing and training students in taijiquan's 'theory of energy,' one of the important roles of the 1-8 as a part of traditional curriculum is as a preparation for the study of 'four-hands' (sizheng tuishou)​

​​​This class can be attended by beginning and advanced students alike!

​Times: 10am to 5pm daily (1-3pm break)

Cost: $300 CDN (or $125 per single day) eTransfer to Sam at c2FtbWFzaWNoYXJ0cyB8IGdtYWlsICEgY29t

Location: South End of Trout Lake in John Hendry Park (Outdoors)

Contact: Michael Blackburn on Facebook or at bV9sX2JsYWNrYnVybiB8IHlhaG9vICEgY2E=

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