1. Hand Shapes 1. Fist: Fingers curled naturally, thumb pressing against the second joint of the index and middle fingers. 2. Palm: Fingers slightly bent and spread, palm slightly cupped, the space between the thumb and index finger forming an arc. 3. Hook: Fingers naturally pinched together at the first joint, wrist bent. All hand … Read more
1. Why is it called Tai Chi Chuan? A. The Tai Chi diagram divides Yin and Yang, and Tai Chi Chuan is situated between emptiness and fullness, hence the name Tai Chi Chuan. B. The Tai Chi diagram divides Yin and Yang; Tai Chi Chuan emphasizes full-body relaxation, leading with the crown, containing the chest … Read more
Main Methods of Tai Chi Include: Peng (Ward Off), Lu (Roll Back), Ji (Press), An (Push), Cai (Pluck), Ba (Split), Zhou (Elbow), Kao (Shoulder), Fen (Divide), Yun (Cloud), Tui (Push), Lou (Pull), etc. These techniques, along with Zai (Plum Blossom), Ban (Move), Lan (Intercept), Pie (Flick), Da (Hit) and leg techniques like Deng (Kick), Fen … Read more