This is a basic principle used in all of the Li family arts; however, it is especially relevant in the Xingyiquan splitting / Pi-Quan method to take the opponent’s center even before you strike with the splitting palm. …
Xingyiquan (形意拳) is one of the Wudang styles of Chinese martial arts (the other two are Taijiquan and Baguazhang) and is translated as “Form of the Mind Fist.” It is an extremely aggressive style, preferring to “wedge” into the enemy’s …
To be invincible is to utilize your strengths Protect your weaknesses, And to be aware of the same in your enemy -Master Li, Zhang-fu 1739 – 1829 By Master Henry Look With John P. Painter This article continues the interview …
“The best of all exercises is the practice of standing meditation, the universal post.” – Master Kuo, Lien Ying The following article was taken from an interview published in IAM Magazine in November of 1992. We would like to …
Although this concern a method used in the classical Chinese martial art of Xingyiquan the following methods can be applied to any martial system or health program. Xingyiquan / Hsing I Ch’uan (形意 拳) which means shape of intention boxing …