Ward Offs are used to deflect a chest strike. The key to avoiding the strike is not in the arms, which is lucky for me because I lack upper body strength.
No, the key in the legs. You must root yourself to the earth. Sinking into a stance makes you strong. This is great news for women since most of our strength comes from our lower body. More proof that when we connect ourselves to Mother Nature we receive her protection.
On another note!
I asked the college where I teach if I could offer 30-minute Tai Chi classes to students and staff. I've learned that only when I teach information do I gain any mastery over it.
It will be a free will offering and the benefit will largely be mine!
Great that you are getting a chance to teach, you will help others and as a side benefit grow quite a bit yourself. Remember that Ward Off is a concept. Strikes or deflections go to where ever they go. Recall if you can how the hand the rotation of the hand/arm connected with the body and the idea of what it means to ward. Note your transfer and become aware of the actual energy of warding. Keep working hard!
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