Chen Style Tai Chi Competition Form (Learn Tai Chi by Watching Pictures)

Author: Lü Shaojun
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Practical experience from Tai Chi competitions both domestically and internationally has shown that Tai Chi routines indeed have very beneficial effects on fitness and healthcare. However, as competitive routines, they often lack adaptability in terms of time, content, structure, and layout, making it urgent to develop standardized competitive routines for various styles of Tai Chi. The China Wushu Research Institute places great importance on this compilation work and has proposed key considerations in the process of creating competitive routines for different styles of Tai Chi: First, it is essential to preserve the traditional essence, characteristics, and technical principles of the routines, ensuring their traditional nature is maintained; second, the routines should be based on human physiological characteristics, promoting physical and mental health as well as comprehensive development, aligning with modern sports science requirements; third, they should have a certain level of difficulty, comply with competition rules, and enhance technical proficiency through competitive matches.
Chen-style Tai Chi is one of the earliest branches of Tai Chi, created by Chen Wangting of Chenjiagou in Wen County, Henan, during the late Ming and early Qing dynasties. The Chen-style Tai Chi competitive routine was developed by experts organized by the former State Sports Commission's Wushu Research Institute in 1988, based on traditional Chen-style Tai Chi. The entire routine is divided into four sections, comprising a total of 56 movements. The movements are interwoven, fluid in transitions, balanced between strength and softness, distinct in yin and yang, rhythmic, and natural in breathing, showcasing a prominent style. It not only reflects the characteristics of Chen-style Tai Chi but also meets the requirements of Tai Chi competitions, making it a favorite among Tai Chi enthusiasts and one of the most widely practiced Tai Chi routines.