Move beyond the healing aspects of taiji and explore its martial side. You'll learn fast and explosive forms, as well as the slow-moving form that promotes the balance, coordination and timing needed for any fighting art. You'll also learn to augment your store of qi and channel it effectively in life-threatening situations. For academic study only.
Earl Montaigue really knows his stuff but unfortunately at this point he's still figuring out the best way to transmit the information in this format. It's totally worth the read, especially using some of his videos for cross reference.