These days, encountering someone who truly carries on the traditions of Taijiquan feels like a rare gift.
My journey began by chance. At the age of 24, I met a master of Chen-style Taijiquan and became his student. From that moment, I devoted the next 20 years of my life to martial arts.
Years have passed, and I’m no longer as young as I once was. But I’ve returned to Taijiquan, this time with a renewed appreciation for its benefits to both body and mind.
“One source of power moves the entire body.”
This simple principle holds a profound depth. Behind every movement lies generations of knowledge, wisdom, and martial tradition.
I’m deeply grateful to have had the opportunity to learn authentic Chen-style Taijiquan. Now, I hope to preserve its traditions and share both its martial applications and its remarkable benefits for health and well-being.
Taijiquan Brush Knee and Twist Step ”摟膝拗步”
Palm strikes play an important role in the martial applications of traditional Taijiquan.
Palm strikes are a rational striking method that can cause a concussion and bring down an opponent without leaving external injuries.
Brush Knee and Twist Step demonstrates how coordinated movement of the entire body can generate power through the palm.
A genuine palm strike is more than a simple slap. Its effectiveness depends on the proper application of Jin — the refined, coordinated power developed through traditional Taijiquan training.
Taijiquan Toe Kick “分脚”
Parting Kick is a traditional Taijiquan kicking technique that combines flexibility, balance, and coordinated whole-body power.
The kicking leg remains relaxed as it rises, while the waist, pelvis, and supporting leg work together to generate power.
The technique can also flow naturally from a preceding hand strike, demonstrating the seamless connection between upper- and lower-body movements in Taijiquan.
Single Whip “単鞭”
Traditional Taijiquan contains a wide variety of palm-striking techniques, each with its own distinctive characteristics.
Single Whip demonstrates how power can be transmitted through the entire body and released through the palm with a whip-like action.
Although Single Whip is one of the most recognizable movements in Taijiquan, understanding its practical martial applications requires dedicated training and a deep understanding of Jin.