Articles: Xingyiquan

Fundamental Moving Patterns of Xingyiquan

Liang, Shou-Yu, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, December 6, 2010

We will begin this discussion by introducing the most basic stationary posture of Xingyiquan, the three body posture (San Ti Shi). This posture is also commonly called the three power posture (San Cai Shi) or Taiji posture (Taiji Shi). More >>

Marshal Yue Fei

Marshal Yue, Fei and Xingyiquan

Liang, Shou-Yu, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, October 13, 2008

The Song Dynasty (960-1280 a.d.) in China was a sorrowful time for the Chinese. Wars with the northern barbarians (the Jin race or Mongolian), corruption in business and government, and the specter of starvation constantly oppressed the people. More >>

Dr. Yang and Master Liang in Xingyiquan stance

What is Xingyiquan?

Liang, Shou-Yu, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, October 6, 2008

In order to survive in what is oftentimes a violent and cruel world, animals must very quickly develop the ability to protect themselves from natural dangers and other animals. More >>

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Northern and Southern Chinese Styles


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