Chen Tai Chi, with its deep roots in Chinese martial arts and philosophy, is a treasure trove of physical, mental,… Read More »The Timeless Benefits of Learning the Traditional 72 Forms of Chen Tai Chi (Laojia Yi Lu 陈氏太极拳老架一路)
Breathing is the foundation of life, and in practices like Tai Chi and Qigong, it’s the bridge that connects the… Read More »Breathing Tips for Tai Chi and Qigong: The Art of Proper Breathing Techniques
Chen Tai Chi is more than just a graceful martial art—it’s a powerful practice for improving physical, mental, and emotional… Read More »How to Practice Chen Tai Chi for Maximum Health Benefits: Beyond the Weekly Class
Tai Chi Fan, or 太极扇 (Tàijí Shàn), is a mesmerizing blend of martial arts, dance, and meditation. Among its various styles, Chen-Style… Read More »Exploring the Art of Chen-Style Tai Chi Fan: A Journey Through Movement and Culture
1. Cultivating Mindfulness Push hands is an exercise deeply rooted in mindfulness. When practicing alone, it involves being acutely aware… Read More »The Purpose of Push Hands in Taijiquan Training – Mindfulness
Note: This is a Free and Easy tour, the following is just a suggested itinerary. Week 1: Intensive Taijiquan Training… Read More »14-Day Tour Proposed Plan: Chen Village, Wen County, Henan Province
Here we present you with an excerpt from one of our teacher’s books which we translated. It gives you an… Read More »A History of Chenjiagou (Chen Village) Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) as told by Grandmaster Zhu
Instead of starting directly with movement, please spend 5-10 minutes practicing mindful breathing while in Standing Pole (Hugging the Tree)… Read More »Mindful Standing Pole with Breath Awareness in Chen Tai Chi Training
Qigong or Breath Works are practices that combine the control and regulation of breathing and heart rate with the principles of Taiji (Tai Chi). Taiji is a traditional Chinese martial art and holistic practice that integrates movement, meditation, and breath control to cultivate and balance the body’s vital energy, referred to as “qi” or “chi.”
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Grandmaster Zhu Tiancai provides detailed explanations of the fundamental aspects of the Chen-style Taijiquan Laojia First Routine, with a focus… Read More »Key Points of the Chen-style Tai Chi Chuan Laojia First Routine