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Structural or Component Requirements (部位结构要求) i

by Ming on 2024/12/13

Translation of Master Chen Zhonghua Structural or Component Requirements in the Practical Method in 2012 (In Chinese only)

Structural or Component Requirements (部位结构要求)

Elbows, Hips, and Knees

The front and back align at the elbows, the left and right at the hips, and the up and down at the knees. (前后在肘。左右在胯。上下在膝。)

Vertical Axis from Baihui to Huiyin:

From the Baihui (百汇穴, crown of the head) to the Huiyin (会阴穴, perineum), there is an imaginary vertical line. This line should remain stable without swaying side to side, though it can extend vertically. This reflects a deep connection between the Baihui and Huiyin points, which requires gradual understanding. The line is capable of rotating. (百汇到会阴是一条竖线。此线不能左右晃，只可上下拉长。这意味着百汇点和会阴点一定要有一种”关系“。这种关系要去慢慢体会。这条线可以旋转。)

Definitions (定义) i

by Ming on 2024/12/04

Translation of Master Chen Zhonghua list of definitions in the Practical Method in 2012 (In Chinese only)

Definitions (定义)

Tai Chi (太极拳)

A martial art that generates force through the body’s structure and subtle movements, with a focus on internal adjustments. ( 太极拳：用身体的肢体结构和微小的动作制造力的拳种。强调自身的内调整。)

Yin and Yang (阴阳)
Yin and yang represent opposing and complementary forces in Chinese philosophy. Things do not inherently possess yin or yang; they are differentiated through action. Both exist simultaneously within the same entity, resulting from movement rather than static states. (阴阳：万物本身并没有阴阳。是动作“分”出的阴阳。阴阳是发生在同一事物上的，是同时的。阴阳是动作的结果，不是静止的东西。)

2018 Ottawa Twenth Anniversary Workshop Review i

by Ming on 2018/11/20

20th Anniversary of Ottawa-Gatineau Workshops

Each year, Master Chen have tirelessly come to Ottawa to share his special insight in the art of Taijiquan. This year makes the Twentieth Anniversary of those annual workshops. Disciples Rachelle B.and James T. organized a series of workshops, special events and produced a commemorative T-shirts for each participants inorder to honor this special occasion. Participants from Ottawa, Toronto, Montreal and Quebec City joined in our celebration. Over the weekend, there was a special seminar on Silk-Reeling, a review of the concept of Internal and External and many other facets in the training of the Practical Method of Chen Style Taijiquan.

Encounters at Fragrant Harbor, Nov 2017 HK seminar 1

by Ming on 2018/01/12

Master Chen’s SEA Tour 2017 was an informative and well attended event. This annual event was organized by Disciple Nicholas Fung (馮嘉傑) from the Hong Kong Practical Methods. Participants from the region and Canada attended three nights of intensive training on the theory and applications of the Practical Method of Chen Style Taijiquan. The lucky few also had private one-on-one training with Master Chen. A special thanks to guest instructors Pang Zhao Li (庞朝立; Rizhao City, Shandong Province; 山东省日照市) and Brenon Toh (Canada) for helping out during the seminar. The following is some of my notes and impressions of the seminar.

2017 Tournament a resounding success! i

by Ming on 2017/11/20

Rizhao China, (Photos courtesy of people.com.cn)

Congratulations to Master Chen and the Daqingshan students on making the 5th Daqingshan International Taiji Competition (大青山第五届国际太极拳大赛开赛) in Rizhao (日照), Shandong province (山东省), China a resounding success. There were more then 32 countries and regions represented; 130 teams fielded and 1170 contestants with more then 70 international representatives taking part. For the first time, real time Youtube broadcasts of some of the push hands competition was available to an international audience. Information on this event is available here. (in Chinese). I hope Practical Methods members who took part will share some of their experiences in this thread.

2017 Ottawa Winter Seminar 2

by Ming on 2017/11/19

Master Chen in Ottawa 2017

“Winter is coming!” Master Chen took time from his busy schedule to visit Ottawa in a Weekend seminar organized by Disciples Rachelle B.and James T. . Participants from Ottawa, Toronto and Quebec City gathered to review their Practical Method Taijiquan progress for this year. Over the weekend, we focused on the theory and philosophy relevant to the Practical Methods. We then apply those understandings to the physical actions of the Foundations, forms and applications.

A Symphony – Hong Kong Workshop Review 2016 i

by Ming on 2017/02/19

Another year, another step up to see the grand vista of Tai chi. I was able to once again participate in Master Joseph Chen Zhonghua workshop organized by Nicholas Feng, K.T. Lin, Hong Kong Chen Style Taiji Practical Method (香港陳式太極實用拳法).

On a mild holiday weekend, more than thirty participants from Hong Kong, the Mainland, Canada and India gathered to train with Master Chen. A special thanks to Ling Zili who came from Daqinshan to help with the workshop. For two days, Master Chen started with the foundations, then continued with moving, the first thirteen moves of Yilu and occasional bouts of applications training. Master Chen clearly explain how each type of training is directly related to theory of Chen Taijiquan.

Do You Want to Know a Secret? Ottawa Seminar 2016-11 3

by Ming on 2016/11/16

Disciples Rachelle B., James T. and Daniel M. once again organized a great Practical Method seminar in Ottawa. Participants from Ottawa, Toronto, Quebec City, Montreal and Petawawa gathered to train in the ancient act of Taijiquan under the personal attention of Master Joseph Chen. James have already posted a summary of this event. Over the course of three days, we covered all aspects of the Practical Method including theory, philosophy and history as well as the Foundations, forms and applications. The following are my personal observations.

Enter the Dragon – Hong Kong 2015 Workshop Review 4

by Ming on 2016/01/19

Hong Kong Workshop 2015 Nearing Christmas, under the bright festive lights of Hong Kong, K.T. Lin and Nicholas Fung (馮嘉傑) from the Hong Kong Chen Style Taiji Practical Method (香港陳式太極實用拳法) organized the year ending workshop with Master Chen Zhonghua. On a mild weekend, more than thirty participants from Hong Kong, the Mainland, USA and Canada gathered to train with Master Chen. A special thanks to Tim Duering and Hán Ruì (韩瑞) who came from Daqingshan to help with the workshop. For two days, Master Chen covered the basics of the Practical Method such as the foundations, movement and Yilu. Master Chen also covered the theory of Chen Taijiquan as well as hands on applications and the intricacy of push hands training.

The hidden art of Pào Chuí (炮捶) Ottawa Workshop Review 2015 2

by Ming on 2015/11/23

On another perfect Ottawa autumn weekend, Master Chen taught his disciples and Taiji enthusiasts the intricate art of Taijiquan. The organizers (Rachelle, Daniel and James) meticulously planned three days of intense training focusing on Taiji history, philosophy and the unique nature of the Practical Method. the workshop participants was fortunate to have an entire day devoted to the hidden art of Pao Chui. A special thanks to all the students from Toronto and Montreal who made the long trip to take advantage of the hands-on training with Master Chen.

Practical Method Rules List 2012 (translated) 7

by Ming on 2015/07/22

Cultural and language barriers are just one of the many obstacles in the quest to understand the meaning of Tàijíquán. Students of the Practical Method is fortunate to have Master Chen to guide us in navigating the nuances and mysteries of this art. In 2010, he wrote a Chinese summary of twenty-four important rules in the Practical Method. This summary was subsequently updated in 2012. We have translated this set of rules into English.

Ottawa Ronnie Yee Workshop Review October, 2014 7

by Ming on 2014/10/31

Ronnie application On another Fall Ottawa weekend, Rachel, James and Daniel of the Ottawa Practical Methods Group organized an intensive training seminar with Ronnie Yee, one of Master Joseph Chen’s Senior Disciples. For two days, students of the Practical Method in the Ottawa Region as well as Hugo from the Toronto group, enjoyed the stories and instructions from Ronnie.

Ottawa Open House and Workshop Review April, 2014 8

by Ming on 2014/04/13

Rachel, Daniel and James did an excellent job organizing an Open House and Workshop for the Weekend of April 05-06, 2014. On a fine spring morning, more then 50 people showed up for an introduction to Chen Style Practical Method and to meet one of the system’s outstanding proponents, Master Joseph Chen Zhonghua. Read more

Taiji Secrets revealed in Ottawa! Sept 2012 Seminar 10

by Ming on 2012/09/17

Once again, the Ottawa group with the hard work of Daniel and Rachelle hosted a great weekend seminar. Over the course of three days, Master Chen shared his knowledge and experience in the secrets of training in the Chen Style Practical Method. . Read more

Reflections on Pushing Hands with Master Chen 2

by Ming on 2012/02/12

Recently, I was fortunate enough to practice push hands with Master Chen during one of his seminars. I found the experience quite enlightening. Read more

Ottawa Seminar (Sept 17, 2011) i

by Ming on 2011/09/22

I would like to thank the Ottawa group for organizing a great workshop. During the workshop, we practice Yilu and the foundation exercises. An important component of the workshop is understanding the theory and philosophy of Chen Taijiquan. Master Chen covered many concepts but I will only highlight the idea of “Connecting Pairs” and “Clear” Read more

Ottawa Workshop March 11 – 13, 2011 Summary 5

by Ming on 2011/03/15

Daniel and Rachelle once again organized a great seminar weekend with Master Chen. For three days, Ottawa Chen style taiji practitioners as well as special guests from Toronto and New Hampshire were able to benefit from the extensive knowledge and expert guidance of Master Chen. Read more

Ottawa Seminar (November 26th – 28th) i

by Ming on 2010/11/29

Preface

I would like to thank Master Chen Zhonghua for his effort in promoting Chen Taiji in the Ottawa (渥太华) area. Read more