Wudang Martial Arts

Whether it's the graceful and agile Tai Chi Chuan or the powerful and swift Tai Chi Swordsmanship, both fully embody the Taoist fitness philosophy of "enclosing the ultimate truth." They exhibit the charm of Chinese kung fu to the fullest. The principle of Tai Chi Chuan, "the mind guides the body, the body follows the mind," the essence of Xingyi Chuan, "use intention, not force; where the intention goes, the qi follows; where the qi goes, the force arrives," and the circling technique of Bagua Zhang, "transforming intention into sufficient footwork,"... These martial arts, rooted in ancient wisdom, not only carry the spiritual core of the Chinese nation's self-improvement and perseverance but also, with their profound cultural connotations and outstanding artistic value, serve as a bridge connecting the past and the present, and facilitating dialogue with the world.

Tai Chi Chuan emphasizes the cultivation of both internal and external aspects, with movements that are gentle, slow, and continuous, flowing like clouds and water. In combat, it excels at using the technique of "deflecting a thousand pounds with four ounces," achieving maximum effect with minimal force. Additionally, Wudang Tai Chi Chuan pays attention to the coordination of breathing with movements, using deep and long breaths to mobilize the flow of qi and blood in the body, enhancing the internal strength of the body.

Tai Chi Chuan integrates Taoist philosophy, the theory of Yin and Yang and the Five Elements, as well as ancient guiding and breathing techniques. It emphasizes the martial arts concept of "overcoming hardness with softness and controlling movement with stillness," as well as the life philosophy of "yielding to others, following the curve and extending with it." These ideas are not only applicable to martial arts training but also to daily interpersonal interactions. Philosophically, Wudang Tai Chi Chuan pursues the realm of unity between the body and mind, and harmony between man and nature, emphasizing the achievement of harmony and unity of the body and mind through the practice of martial arts.

Tai Chi Sword is renowned for its unique style and characteristics. Its swordsmanship is characterized by combining softness with rigidity, and balancing strength with gentleness, emphasizing the cultivation of both internal and external aspects, as well as the unity of form and spirit. During practice, it requires maintaining an upright posture with the head slightly lifted, the chest concave and the back straight, the shoulders relaxed and the elbows dropped, with movements that are smooth and rounded, containing inner energy and manifesting outer form.

Tai Chi Sword techniques are diverse, encompassing both powerful offensive movements such as slashing, thrusting, and lifting, as well as defensive skills that combine softness with rigidity, such as wrapping, coiling, and blocking. Through long-term practice, practitioners can gradually grasp the essence of the swordsmanship, achieving a state where the sword moves with the heart and the intention follows the sword, thereby reaching the realm of unity between the person and the sword.

Tai Chi Fan

Wudang Tai Chi Fan is a type of weapon skill that combines Wudang Tai Chi boxing, fan techniques, martial arts combat, and dance elements. Based on Wudang Tai Chi boxing, it integrates fan techniques to form a unique form of exercise. It blends the health preservation concepts of Taoism with the combat skills of martial arts, embodying the Taoist idea of "advocating goodness" and the philosophical concept of "unity between heaven and man." Through practicing Wudang Tai Chi Fan, one can feel the harmonious unity of the body and mind, and experience the extensive and profound wisdom of Taoist culture. The fan techniques of Wudang Tai Chi Fan are diverse, including opening the fan horizontally, opening the fan upside down, holding the fan inverted, closing the fan, and so on.

Fu Hu Quan

Wudang Fu Hu Quan, as an important part of Wudang martial arts, is not only one of the treasures of traditional Chinese martial arts but also an integral part of the excellent culture of the Chinese nation.

This boxing style emphasizes hand techniques with leg techniques as a supplement, characterized by a combination of hardness within hardness and softness within softness, with every move being intimidating. Its structure is rigorous and its stance is solid, allowing for swift and accurate attacks and impenetrable defenses. The body movements are agile and flexible, and the actions are powerful and forceful. Each move, seemingly rough yet intricate, involves punches, palms, fingers, claws, chopping, striking, grasping, and poking, with subtle variations and high practical value. This boxing style not only enhances the physical fitness of practitioners but also improves their offensive and defensive awareness, fostering a persevering spirit.

Tai Chi Push Hands

Tai Chi Push Hands, also known as Da Shou or Rou Shou, is a two-person unarmed combat practice in Tai Chi. During training, various body methods, footwork, and techniques of Tai Chi are comprehensively applied. It is an important means in the Tai Chi system for training combat skills and enhancing the understanding of internal power.

Push Hands is a test of intention and form, examining whether one can fully utilize the combat skills developed through practicing the Tai Chi forms. It emphasizes the five key principles of "listening, sensitivity, touching, sticking, and wrapping." Through practice, it deepens the understanding of Tai Chi movements and techniques, enhances the body's sensitivity, speed, and strength, and helps to exercise the central nervous system, improving judgment and adaptability.