Taiji Quan

Taijiquan (simplified Chinese: 太极拳; traditional Chinese: 太極拳; pinyin: tàijíquán; Wade–Giles: t'ai chi ch'üan; literally "Supreme Pillar") is an internal Chinese martial art practiced for both its defense training and its health benefits. It is also typically practiced for a variety of other personal reasons: its hard and soft martial art technique, demonstration competitions, and longevity. As a consequence, a multitude of training forms exist, both traditional and modern, which correspond to those aims. Some of Taijiquan's training forms are especially known for being practiced at what most people categorize as slow movement.

Today, Taijiquan has spread worldwide. Most modern styles of Taijiquan trace their development to at least one of the five traditional schools: Chen, Yang, Wu/Hao, Wu, and Sun.

In this Video we can see an example of Taiji.

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Summary of Styles

WU SHU

This term literally denoted all the Chinese Martial Arts in general.

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KUNG FU

This term is used to define any activity or discipline exercised with Masterful Knowledge

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EXTERNAL STYLE

This is a category that includes and intends to differentiate
between the various Buddhist styles.
Here physical exercise takes precedence,
focusing on the dynamic training of the body
before proceeding to practices in Buddhist meditation.

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SHAOLIN CHUAN

Literally means “Boxing of the Young Forest”.
This style has from its origins always been practiced in Buddhist monasteries.
It is characterized by rapid energetic movements and postures that require
linear stretching so as to develop the body's elasticity.

TANG LANG CHUAN

Literally means ”Boxing of the Praying Mantis”
This style has from its origins been practiced in Buddhist Monasteries.
It is characterized by extremely swift movements and speedy close to the body techniques.

SHUAI JIAO

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INTERNAL STYLE

This is a category that includes and intends to differentiate
between the various Taoist styles.
Internal Style sets off by initially working on and enhancing
meditation techniques that will later lead to physical practices and exercise.

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TAI JI QUAN

Literally means “Boxing of the Young Forest”.
This style has from its origins always been practiced in Buddhist monasteries.
It is characterized by rapid energetic movements and postures that require
linear stretching so as to develop the body's elasticity. It's literal meaning in “Taiji Boxing” with the term Taiji
denoting the ancient symbolism of the central pillar
of all things, referring itself therefore to the concept
of the Divine as per the Taoist religion.

BA GUA ZHANG

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XING YI QUAN

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ZUI BA XIANG QUAN

The Kung Fu of Eight Drunken Immortals Kung Fu style inspired by the Eight Taoist Deities.

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