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Taijiquan 13 Steps Tutorial Episode 3
True defensive capability in Taijiquan doesn't come from rigid blocking or aggressive counter-attacks.
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Taiji harmonises the individual through deliberate movements, deep breathing, and focus. It cultivates balance, self-awareness, and inner strength. When practising Taiji, one ideally follows nature.
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Taijiquan 13 Steps Tutorial Episode 2
Single Hand Push teaches how to project energy forward with relaxed structure. Single Hand Whip develops expansion and extension through coordinated spiraling.
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Wudang Taijiquan 13 Steps
The Taiji 13 Postures combine eight core techniques with five stepping methods, creating a fluid system of movement. Each posture flows naturally into the next, blending strength and balance in a practical, meditative practice.
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Taijiquan 13 Steps Tutorial Episode 1
Every Journey starts with a first step. Learn Taijiquan 13 Steps systematically with our tutorial.
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The Starting Guide for Taijiquan
Looking to start learning Taiji? Our official guide is designed for beginners and advanced practitioners.
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Spiral Dynamics in Taijiquan
Spiral Dynamics is all about moving internally with circles and twists. These types of movements are really important in Taiji – they make up the main parts of each form or routine, creating a sense of smoothness and flow.
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Taiji Basics: One-Legged Stance
The One-Legged Stance – 独立步(Dú Lì Bù) is about standing on one leg; it requires focus and control. The concept is about creating your own space and cultivating your inner calmness.
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Taiji Basics: Double-Hand Push
The Double-Hand Push – 双手推 (Shuāng Shǒu Tuī) consists of minimal movements; it requires inner calmness and precision. The concept is about generating power with minimal force.
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Taiji Basics: Single-Hand Push
The Single-Hand Push – 单手推 (Dān Shǒu Tuī) is a very straightforward movement; the hip rotation is used to send a pushing-like impulse to your hand.
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Taiji Basics: Single-Hand Whip
The Single-Hand Whip – 单鞭 (Dān Biān) is like a Taiji signature move; you can see it in any Taijiquan routine, and the freedom for personal interpretation is vast.
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Taiji Basics: Brushing Over the Knee
Brushing Over the Knee – 搂膝 (Lǒu Xī) is often seen in Taijiquan; it is about the efficiency of our physical structure and energy transmission.
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Taiji Basics: Parting the Horse's Mane
Parting the Horse's Mane – 马分鬃 (Mǎ Fēn Zhōng) is a classic movement in Taijiquan that intensely embodies the internal coordination of Yin and Yang.