Chen Tai Chi: Cannon Fist (43-Postures)

Chen Tai Chi: Cannon Fist (43-posture Er Lu) by Chenhan Yang Tai chi will increase your circulation, resulting in improved vitality and longevity, and it will develop your mind’s alertness, awareness, and concentration. Most importantly, as you practice, pay attention to the feeling within the movements, so you may appreciate the profound essence of tai chi chuan. Cannon Fist, Pao Chui, is the second form learned in Chen Tai Chi (or “Second Road”, Lao Jia Er Lu, 炮捶 俗称二路). Learn Tai Chi Step by Step with Master Chenhan Chen-style tai chi can be traced back to the 1400s in an unbroken lineage and has become one of the most popular internal martial arts in the world. In this program, Master Chenhan Yang teaches you the standard 43-posture “Old Frame” (Lao Jia) second form of traditional Chen style, known as Cannon Fist (Pao Chui). Master Chenhan demonstrates the form multiple times, guiding you with step-by-step instructions and explaining the purpose of each movement. The postures of traditional Chen-style tai chi still possess their martial arts roots, but they are often practiced slowly as a form of gentle whole-body moving meditation. Learn the form step by step, and understand the purpose of each movement. Enjoy low-impact whole-body exercise, good for all fitness levels. Master the powerful Cannon Fist 43-posture form for demonstrations and tournaments. Tai chi will increase your circulation, resulting in improved vitality and longevity, and it will develop your mind’s alertness, awareness, and concentration. Most importantly, as you practice, pay attention to the feeling within the movements, so you may appreciate the profound essence of tai chi chuan.