tai chi
The Ancient Roots of Modern Yang Tai Chi
Tai Chi is one of the oldest documented forms of martial arts dating back to the Yuan dynasty (1271-1368). However, it might surprise most people to know that contemporary Tai Chi styles have much more recent histories. Chen Family Tai Chi can be traced back to the mid 17th century. Both Yang Family Tai Chi…
Relationship Titles in the Traditional Kung Fu and Tai Chi School
The term “kuen” (kune) is a Cantonese word which means “fist” and usually refers to a particular fighting style of kung fu. For example, Choy Li Fut Kuen means “Choy Li Fut Fist” and Wing Chun Kuen means “Wing Chun Fist”. The word “gar” (ga) translates to “family”. For instance, Hung Gar Kuen translates to…
Training for Life – Tai Chi Footwork
This article originally appeared in the July 1991 issue of Inside Kung Fu Magazine, “Training for Life” by Grandmaster Doc-Fai Wong. Although footwork is a critical part of correct Tai Chi Chuan practice, many people overlook even basic footwork principles. This should not happen, whether tai chi is practiced only for health or as a…
Breathing Easy During the Pandemic
In late January of 2020, data suggested that COVID-19 was primarily a respiratory infection and those with asthma were at a higher risk for severe illness. Health care workers were told to look out for three primary conditions: high fever, cough, and shortness of breath. As a person who has had asthma since childhood, the…
Don’t Call It a Comeback
We’ve all been there. Maybe you’ve suffered from an injury or illness, or just simply had some of life’s unexpected circumstances get in the way. Your busy week turned into a busy month, and before you know, it’s been quite sometime since you’ve put on the mat shoes or laced up the gloves. Getting back…
