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[CJ Wiley]

They both certainly have a lot in common, if you have eyes that can "real eyes" it

Nice try. You have no idea of my experience and are basically whistling out of your &^%. Pool is like anything I say it is to me. I'm a World Champ of my basement, too.

Should I list my tournament wins in martial arts? Ever fight in no holds barred tournament with a cup and a mouthpiece as your only safety equipment at a black belt level? Not UFC rules, no rules. Know a fair amount about that? View attachment 380984

If you don't have good fundamentals, how is someone an A player? Or are you talking about somebody who can run a rack once in a while?

Experimenting is how we learn to play pool or anything else we do in life. Get over the idea you lose your fundamentals if you become an advanced player. If you do, you're not an advanced player.

Any top player can practice and smooth out the wrinkles in short order. Some may work on drills, but they're not going to worry about basic details unless they're slumping. Paralysis by analysis for a top player is a reality. Instead of asking a "top instructor", I'd ask a top player like CJ WILEY what they think.

Best,
Mike

I agree, martial arts and pool have a lot of similarities. One of my styles involves 18 weapons and I use this knowledge to pass on to my students with stellar results.

Still to this day the best pool book is about archery, 'Zen in the Art of Archery' which also ties in nicely with martial arts.

Pool is an art form, a way of self expression.....I do a "moving meditation" for 20 minutes a day around my pool table....it's from the Bagua style and it enabled me to reach the highest levels in pool that were attainable at the time

They both certainly have a lot in common, if you have eyes that can "real eyes" it. 'The Game is my Teacher'

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[Mikjary]

I agree, martial arts and pool have a lot of similarities. One of my styles involves 18 weapons and I use this knowledge to pass on to my students with stellar results.

Still to this day the best pool book is about archery, 'Zen in the Art of Archery' which also ties in nicely with martial arts.

Pool is an art form, a way of self expression.....I do a "moving meditation" for 20 minutes a day around my pool table....it's from the Bagua style and it enabled me to reach the highest levels in pool that were attainable at the time

They both certainly have a lot in common, if you have eyes that can "real eyes" it. 'The Game is my Teacher'

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I worked with some of the "softer" styles later in my career. When applied at an advanced level, they're not too "soft". :smile: My instructor understood the importance of flow and rhythm and incorporated several kung fu forms in our karate style.

The katas have a flow and the user finds their self tuning in to how their body wants to express itself in the movements. Like a dance, there's a good deal of creation and individuality going on that allows an advanced practitioner to develop their own style.

Pool is that way, too, for me. When I'm in the zone, my rhythm is smoother and I have a ready relaxed posture. No shot is a chore and time flies. I look at the clock and several hours have gone by without notice. Pool Nirvana.

Best,
Mike

 

[SJDinPHX]

I agree, martial arts and pool have a lot of similarities. One of my styles involves 18 weapons and I use this knowledge to pass on to my students with stellar results.

Still to this day the best pool book is about archery, 'Zen in the Art of Archery' which also ties in nicely with martial arts.

Pool is an art form, a way of self expression.....I do a "moving meditation" for 20 minutes a day around my pool table...it's from the Bagua style and it enabled me to reach the highest levels in pool that were attainable at the time

They both certainly have a lot in common, if you have eyes that can "real eyes" it. 'The Game is my Teacher'

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CJ...What color is the sky in your world ???

 

[CJ Wiley]

The sky appears ravishing, seductive and magnificent....on the "dreary" days.

CJ...What color is the sky in your world ???

The color is alluring, radiant, and on some days mesmerizing.....on other days it appears ravishing, seductive and magnificent....or course on beautiful days they're even more splendid.

 

[CJ Wiley]

the creativity and individuality is what makes it a perfect cross-over to pool

I worked with some of the "softer" styles later in my career. When applied at an advanced level, they're not too "soft". :smile: My instructor understood the importance of flow and rhythm and incorporated several kung fu forms in our karate style.

The katas have a flow and the user finds their self tuning in to how their body wants to express itself in the movements. Like a dance, there's a good deal of creation and individuality going on that allows an advanced practitioner to develop their own style.

Pool is that way, too, for me. When I'm in the zone, my rhythm is smoother and I have a ready relaxed posture. No shot is a chore and time flies. I look at the clock and several hours have gone by without notice. Pool Nirvana.

Best,
Mike

You are exactly right, the creativity and individuality is what makes it a perfect cross-over to other disciplines......like pocket billiards, tennis, and golf.