Learn Sun-style Tai Chi Chuan (孙氏太极拳)
Introduction to Sun-Style Tai Chi Chuan (孙氏太极拳)
Sun-Style Tai Chi Chuan is characterized by its distinctive forward, and backward steps, agile movements and a continuous flowing motion like water, every turn of the form are accompanied by the opening and closing hands.
Sun Jianyun(孙剑云), Sun Lutang’s daughter, described the Sun-Style Tai Chi Chuan method as “employing Bagua Chuan’s stepping method, Hsing-I Chuan’s leg and waist methods, and Tai Chi Chuan’s body softness.” So, when you practice Sun-Style Tai Chi Chuan, remember that it is not only about getting the movements right but also about comprehending and searching for a deeper understanding behind them.
The essential feature of Sun-Style Tai Chi Chuan is the utilization of Hsing-I Chuan’s unification of interior and exterior and Bagua’s unification of stillness and motion into taijiquan’s state of harmony. The are no ups and downs, left and right, the agility of the movements ensures the center of gravity is always changing.
Tai Chi focuses on directing the breath through correct postures, with fluid, graceful, and balanced movements that promote complete harmony of body and mind. From the beginning to the end of the form, all movements require the body to stay upright while maintaining its compactness and coherence. This is so that the body, both inside and outside, can be developed holistically. Hence, it is important to follow the rules set to practice the form.
Tai Chi provides mental relaxation and physical well-being, which is essential in our modern, stressful lives. Tai Chi is a form of exercise that strengthens the body and mind from within.
In short, Sun-Style Tai Chi Chuan is a Chinese martial art of gentle, slow boxing, with self-defense, fitness, health, and self-cultivation roles. Sun-Style Tai Chi Chuan practitioners are healthy and achieve longevity.
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