YANG SHOUZHONG Taijiquan bagua

[Bob]

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I began studying tai ji quan in 1972. Traditional Yang style teachers who have influenced my form -- chronologically: Ginsoon Chu (Boston), Yang Shouzhong, Mary Yang (Hong Kong), Chen Longxiang (Chengdu).




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Fundamental to this ba gua quan system is the open body posture, which when properly trained, brings one the versatility to be fast and slow, light and heavy, at once. Inner cultivation (circle walking) is clearly distinguished from outer practice (linear forms and combat training), discouraging accumulation of internal pressure that may result from martial arts training.




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The high degree of rigor and specialization characteristic of orthodox fighting sets may seem obsolete in today's pugilistic climate. But much valuable knowledge is contained in them that is not offered by modern systems. The traditional Chinese standard whereby postures and techniques manifest organ synergy, express traditional scholar-warrior wisdom. The primary aim of orthodox martial arts, in deepening personal understanding of medicine and Change, increases one's ability to read character, helping one become overall more effective in life.