• Taiji (Tai Chi) Videos

This Video series on YouTube highlights Taiji and other Internal Martial Arts Masters particularly of the old days. Please note that especially those videos of the early 20th century might be of fairly bad quality. However they are valuable sources of history and skill. In this video:

Cheng Man Ching doing push hands.
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This Video series on YouTube highlights Taiji and other Internal Martial Arts Masters particularly of the old days. Please note that especially those videos of the early 20th century might be of fairly bad quality. However they are valuable sources of history and skill. In this video:

Delve into the timeless elegance of Professor Cheng as he unveils his 37-step open hand form in archival footage from the 1960s, originally captured in striking black and white this is a re-worked colorized version of the original footage.

As the camera attentively tracks his every motion, Professor Cheng’s performance radiates a rare blend of grace and power, showcasing the essence of Tai Chi mastery. His fluidity and focus are a sight to behold, effortlessly illustrating why he remains a legendary figure in the world of push hands. Though he may be physically absent, Professor Cheng’s enduring impact continues to inspire all who have been touched by his teachings and artistry.

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This Video series on YouTube highlights Taiji and other Internal Martial Arts Masters particularly of the old days. Please note that especially those videos of the early 20th century might be of fairly bad quality. However they are valuable sources of history and skill. In this video:

Niu Chun Ming (1881-1961) was a Chinese martial artist who lived during the late Qing dynasty and Republican era. He is best known for learning Yang-style taijiquan from the famous master Yang Chengfu.

The story goes that Niu worked in a medical clinic and first met Yang Chengfu when Yang came there seeking treatment for a foot condition.

After observing Yang’s skill in taijiquan, Niu became one of his students and diligently learned the Yang family art from him.

Niu went on to become an accomplished instructor of Yang-style taijiquan in his own right. He taught the art for many decades in Beijing until his death in 1961 at the age of 80.

This Video series on YouTube highlights Taiji and other Internal Martial Arts Masters particularly of the old days. Please note that especially those videos of the early 20th century might be of fairly bad quality. However they are valuable sources of history and skill. In this video:

Embark on a journey through the martial arts legacy of Master TT Liang, whose passion for Taijiquan was ignited during his high school years in Tientsin under the guidance of the renowned Huang Han Hsun, a master of Praying Mantis boxing. In 1933, while attending a training seminar in Beijing, he had the privilege of studying Tui Shou (Pushing Hands) with Yang Cheng Fu, a prominent figure in the Tai Chi Yang family lineage. Although his formal training with Yang Cheng Fu was brief, it laid the foundation for Liang’s deepening exploration of Taijiquan. Following a period of illness in Shanghai in 1946, Liang delved further into Taijiquan under the tutelage of Cheng Man Ch’ing’s students, eventually commencing formal training with Cheng himself in 1947. Recognized as Cheng’s Da Shih Hsiung (Chief Disciple), Master Liang’s dedication to the art continued until his passing on August 17, 2002, at the remarkable age of 102.

This Video series on YouTube highlights Taiji and other Internal Martial Arts Masters particularly of the old days. Please note that especially those videos of the early 20th century might be of fairly bad quality. However they are valuable sources of history and skill. In this video:

Delve into the timeless elegance of Professor Cheng as he unveils his 37-step open hand form in archival footage from the 1960s, originally captured in striking black and white this is a re-worked colorized version of the original footage.

As the camera attentively tracks his every motion, Professor Cheng’s performance radiates a rare blend of grace and power, showcasing the essence of Tai Chi mastery. His fluidity and focus are a sight to behold, effortlessly illustrating why he remains a legendary figure in the world of push hands. Though he may be physically absent, Professor Cheng’s enduring impact continues to inspire all who have been touched by his teachings and artistry.

Visit the website for more: www.path-to-harmony.com

This Video series on YouTube highlights Taiji and other Internal Martial Arts Masters particularly of the old days. Please note that especially those videos of the early 20th century might be of fairly bad quality. However they are valuable sources of history and skill. In this video:

Niu Chun Ming (1881-1961) was a Chinese martial artist who lived during the late Qing dynasty and Republican era. He is best known for learning Yang-style taijiquan from the famous master Yang Chengfu.

The story goes that Niu worked in a medical clinic and first met Yang Chengfu when Yang came there seeking treatment for a foot condition.

After observing Yang’s skill in taijiquan, Niu became one of his students and diligently learned the Yang family art from him.

Niu went on to become an accomplished instructor of Yang-style taijiquan in his own right. He taught the art for many decades in Beijing until his death in 1961 at the age of 80.

This Video series on YouTube highlights Taiji and other Internal Martial Arts Masters particularly of the old days. Please note that especially those videos of the early 20th century might be of fairly bad quality. However they are valuable sources of history and skill. In this video:

T.T. Liang presenting the Yang style Tai Chi (Taiji) Sword Form.

Embark on a journey through the martial arts legacy of Master TT Liang, whose passion for Taijiquan was ignited during his high school years in Tientsin under the guidance of the renowned Huang Han Hsun, a master of Praying Mantis boxing. In 1933, while attending a training seminar in Beijing, he had the privilege of studying Tui Shou (Pushing Hands) with Yang Cheng Fu, a prominent figure in the Tai Chi Yang family lineage. Although his formal training with Yang Cheng Fu was brief, it laid the foundation for Liang’s deepening exploration of Taijiquan. Following a period of illness in Shanghai in 1946, Liang delved further into Taijiquan under the tutelage of Cheng Man Ch’ing’s students, eventually commencing formal training with Cheng himself in 1947. Recognized as Cheng’s Da Shih Hsiung (Chief Disciple), Master Liang’s dedication to the art continued until his passing on August 17, 2002, at the remarkable age of 102.

This Video series on YouTube highlights Taiji and other Internal Martial Arts Masters particularly of the old days. Please note that especially those videos of the early 20th century might be of fairly bad quality. However they are valuable sources of history and skill. In this video:

Yáng Shǒuzhōng (Yang, Sau Chung) showcasing the Yang Style Tai Chi Form – Yáng Shǒuzhōng is the eldest son of Tai Chi Grandmaster Yang Cheng Fu.

This Video series on YouTube highlights Taiji and other Internal Martial Arts Masters particularly of the old days. Please note that especially those videos of the early 20th century might be of fairly bad quality. However they are valuable sources of history and skill. In this video:

Unfortunately there does not seem to be any video footage of Sun Lutang doing his Tai Chi form, however taken from his book here is a slideshow of the different postures.

This Video series on YouTube highlights Taiji and other Internal Martial Arts Masters particularly of the old days. Please note that especially those videos of the early 20th century might be of fairly bad quality. However they are valuable sources of history and skill. In this video:

Delve into the timeless elegance of Professor Cheng as he unveils his 37-step open hand form in archival footage from the 1960s, captured in striking black and white.

Despite the silent ambiance, the exceptional quality of the footage captures every subtle movement with remarkable clarity, offering a definitive portrayal of this revered form.

As the camera attentively tracks his every motion, Professor Cheng’s performance radiates a rare blend of grace and power, showcasing the essence of Tai Chi mastery. His fluidity and focus are a sight to behold, effortlessly illustrating why he remains a legendary figure in the world of push hands. Though he may be physically absent, Professor Cheng’s enduring impact continues to inspire all who have been touched by his teachings and artistry.

Visit the website for more: www.path-to-harmony.com

This Video series on YouTube highlights Taiji and other Internal Martial Arts Masters particularly of the old days. Please note that especially those videos of the early 20th century might be of fairly bad quality. However they are valuable sources of history and skill. In this video:

Witness the graceful mastery of Cheng Man Ching as he executes the Taijiquan sword form with precision and elegance. Cheng, a renowned polymath and Taijiquan master, seamlessly blends the art of swordsmanship with the principles of internal cultivation and self-awareness.

In this captivating display, Cheng’s movements flow with the fluidity of water, demonstrating the hallmarks of his unique approach to Taijiquan – a harmonious integration of the external and the internal, the physical and the mental.

As he guides the sword through a series of intricate patterns, Cheng embodies the essence of Taijiquan – a martial art that transcends mere physical technique, becoming a meditation in motion, a dance of self-discovery, and a testament to the depth of traditional Chinese culture.

Observe the power and control, the grace and tranquility, that Cheng Man Ching brings to the sword form, and witness the timeless wisdom he imparts through his mastery of this ancient art.

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This Video series on YouTube highlights Taiji and other Internal Martial Arts Masters particularly of the old days. Please note that especially those videos of the early 20th century might be of fairly bad quality. However they are valuable sources of history and skill. In this video:

Dong Yingjie (Tung Ying-chieh) performing the Yingjie Fast Form (英傑快拳) which he developed and was later expanded upon by his sun Dong Huling.