I was very fortunate to be able to train with advanced level Disciples at Wu's Tai Chi Chuan Academy in Toronto last weekend. To my surprise, Friday night's class was actually taught be Grand Master Eddie Wu. It never seems to amaze me how effortless Master Wu performs Tai Chi movements. Besides intensive training, I also enjoyed traditional Szechuan food in Chinatown. After three days of training I was ready to head back to Detroit.
Trip to Asia: Part Two - Hong Kong
Hong Kong is simply breathtaking. Islands, Hills, Skyscrapers. At first it can be overwhelming. Very different from Singapore. Different but good. Hong Kong is a city that never sleeps. have So many stores of all sizes, restaurants and cuisines from all over the world, and street food, my favorite! In Hong Kong we celebrated the 80th anniversary of Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan. A very special tribute indeed. Some of the hi-lites were attending workshops by Grand Master Eddie Wu at Wu's Tai Chi Chuan Headquarters, paying respect to ancestors of Wu Family members, especially the Founder, Grand Master Wu Chien Chuan, who is laid to rest above Yuen Long Temple. The nuns at the Temple were very hospitable and prepared a eight course vegetarian meal, simply delicious. Hong Kong is a great place to shop. It doesn't matter what you are looking for, you will find it. Temple street is very popular because merchants have small booths displaying their goods. Negotiating prices is an art, and a must! Good luck charms, scrolls, silk shirts were among my purchases. Fastest and most inexpensive way to move around town was via the MTR, Hong Kong's subway system. I loved it!
Trip to Asia: Part One - Singapore
2017 is definitely a special year in many ways. Celebrating the 60th anniversary of Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan in Singapore. Tai Chi practitioners from around the world came to partake in the festivities, which included a two day tournament, gala reception and a visit to Singapore's Tai Chi Chuan Physical Cultural Association.
Singapore is truly a beautiful city. Since I love gardens, I particularly enjoyed the National Botanical Gardens, especially the Orchid Exhibit. The colors and varieties were simply stunning. Gardens at the Bay was another favorite of mine; perhaps because of the air conditioned dome. Temperatures reached almost 100 degrees daily with high humidity.
Many thanks for Grand Master Eddie Wu Kwong Yu for organizing such an amazing trip!
