I couldn’t open the file, as it was down. But I have practiced Yang style TCC for quite some years, and I think it is invaluable to any MA.
Alone, I can’t say that it would be effective unless you were an expert (15 years or so). In conjunction with other arts, namely kung fu, the benefits are astounding.
Some things it has helped me with.
- Developing a feel for the opponent’s flow with push hands training. Using force against force is a sure way for a small guy to lose. When trying to grab and push an experienced TCC practitioner, the best way to describe it is frustrating. Most people expect resistance when they try to knock you down, push you over, or put a hold on you, and are perplexed when you simply give in and redirect his energies. By redirecting the force of his attack, you make him work much harder at getting that initial grip and throw.
- It has also helped my ground game A LOT. By knowing and getting the feel for the opponents force and where he directs it, it is that much easier to maneuver on the ground. BJJ practitioners would call it “the flow”??
- Besides the obvious health reasons, it has also given much more balance, and power to my strikes. Way more than if I had trained with weights.
These are my personal experiences with it, and think it is a fantastic addition to any art. Alone, I can’t say. I recommend it very highly.