About ten years ago, a visitor from China joined my Tai Chi class in Redding to watch and participate. We quickly became friends, and after my class she invited me to meet her teacher if I ever traveled to China. As luck would have it, my girlfriend and I were planning a trip to China that summer, and our itinerary included her city. That visit marked the beginning of a wonderful friendship between Helena (her English name), her instructor Master Wang, and me. Over the years, we’ve met several times and maintained a strong connection.
Recently, Helena sent me a video of a martial arts form using a cane (or staff) that she had learned. She explained that it’s a traditional martial art originating from Gansu province, where she lives. I was truly impressed by her skill and precision in performing the form. She mentioned that it took her two months to learn, noting that it was easier to pick up compared to Tai Chi, which she has been practicing for over a decade.
Check out the video below and let me know your thoughts in the comments!
Redding Tai Chi 
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