However, its origins are deeply rooted in the crucible of combat. This instructional series focuses on the 'Sparring and Capture' (Sanshou and Qin-Na) aspects of the art, which represent the highest expression of Taiji Kung Fu. The lineage presented here traces back to the legendary Grandmaster Chen Changxing and his renowned disciple Yang Luchan, who was famously known as 'Yang the Invincible' (Yang Wudi) after eighteen years of rigorous internal cultivation. Master Chen Erhu, a 20th-generation descendant of the Chen family and a 12th-generation successor of Chen Style Taijiquan, serves as the guide for this profound exploration into the martial efficacy of the system. BIOMECHANICAL PRINCIPLES AND TECHNICAL ROUTINE The transition from the 'Boxing Frame' (Form) to 'Push Hands' and finally to 'Sparring' is a journey of refining 'Fluid Structure' and 'Technical Routine.' The core philosophy emphasizes 'Adhere and Follow' (Zhan Lian Lian Sui) and 'Yielding to Others' (She Ji Cong Ren). This means that every movement, whether a strike or a lock, is generated through the coordination of the waist and legs rather than through rigid, brute force. The 'Explosive Force' (Fa-Jin) demonstrated in these Overwhelming Skills is the result of proper 'Body-Mind Integration.' By maintaining a relaxed yet structured frame, the practitioner can transform an opponent's incoming force and redirect it with devastating efficiency. The routine consists of 113 specific movements that bridge the gap between static form and dynamic combat.
Lecturer: Chen Erhu
Format: MP4
Language: Chinese | Subtitle: English
Duration: 46'00"
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