Tai Chi Chuan.
This is the form of Tai Chi Chuan as developed by Yang Luchan (1799-1872). This style is referred to as the Hidden Tradition because it is the version of Tai Chi Chuan that was taught only to family members. Thanks to Wang Yen-nien this style is finally available to the public. The form demonstrated here is as it was taught by Tsuei Wei.
Tai Chi Chuan
The daily practice begins with a series of warm-up exercises. After that, the form of the “Tai Chi Thirteen Postures” is performed. The forms of Tai Chi Chuan follow that. These consist of Section I, Section II, and Section III. There are 127 movements (or forms) to the entire sequence of the 3 Sections. And, within many of these individual forms there is a sequence of several further movements.

This is one of the most elaborate and extensive styles of Tai Chi Chuan. When performed at the correct pace, the entire daily practice can take over 1 1/2 hours. Learning the entire form can take up to five years. Beginners should have patience, as gaining fluency with the postures and movements can take some time.

Club of the Yang blog video practices Yang Family Hidden Style Tai Chi Chuan together at the vegetable garden on 47th Avenue after classes, twice a week, except on rainy days.

Look for an updated schedule in the spring.

Initial preparation to do Yang Michuan Tai Chi Chuan



A blessing of the participants and the space with the traditional martial arts salute. Hands resting over the Tan T'ien. The center of gravity lowered. Breathing from the lower abdomen with an exhale, the inhale follows naturally.

1. Preparation of Tai Chi Chuan



1. Preparation of Tai Chi Chuan

Centering oneself, breathing from the lower abdomen. Heels together, feet pointed outward. With an exhale, the arms move to one’s side, ready to begin. Feeling the center of gravity below the waist.

2a. Beginning of Tai Chi



2a. Beginning of Tai Chi.

Exhale from the lower abdomen. Lower down. Stand on one leg. Feet parallel, shoulder width apart. Relax shoulders and arms to one’s side.

2b. Beginning of Tai Chi



2b. Beginning of Tai Chi.

Inhale, raise arms to shoulder height. Exhale, lower to sides.

2w. Riding the Horse



2w. Riding the Horse.

The first warm up:

2a. then; inhale, raise arms. Exhale, lower down. Center, breath from lower abdomen. Poised lower, for several minutes. Exhale clasp hands. Stride in place 3 times, jump forward 2 times.

A chi gung warm-up exercise



A chi gung warm-up exercise.

Left toe pointed to the corner, right foot forward. Exhale as the knees bend, the arms swing upward. Then, other side, same number.

Thirteen Posture Movements ~ "Ward Off" ~ Warm-Up Exercise



Thirteen Posture Movements: “Ward Off” ~ Warm-Up Exercise.

“Ward Off” ~ Right side: stand on left leg, right foot forward. Lower down. Exhale, right arm moves outward. Left side: stand on right leg, etc.

Warm-Up: Right side, then left side; same number.

Thirteen Posture Movements ~ "Press Forward" ~ Warm-Up Exercise



Thirteen Posture Movements: “Press Forward” ~ Warm-Up Exercise.

“Press Forward” ~ Right side: stand on left leg, right foot forward. Lower down. Left hand on right forearm. Exhale, right and left arm move outward. Left side: stand on right leg, etc.

Warm-Up: Right side, then left side; same number.

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