Progression from foundational forms through advanced partner and weapons training, organized by rank. Select any rank to explore.
Students who complete this level earn the "Instructor" title.
Fast speed (快速, kuàisù) Taijiquan is practiced for developing a stronger sense of opponent and martial intent. The movements need to be performed at a speed that is practical for combat. Students should manifest soft Jìng for offense and firmly rooted Neutralizing Jìng (化勁, huà jìng) for defense. This level focuses on the third part of the form.
After practicing each section of the Taijiquan form separately at medium speed (中速, zhōngsù), students should practice the entire form at medium speed without losing endurance, focus, and technique.
Taiji Fighting Set (太極散手對練/對手, tàijí sǎnshǒu duìliàn/duìshǒu) is considered an advanced 2-person sequence. Usually taught in only the more advanced stages of training, it helps to solidify Taijiquan martial application principles and theories. This form naturally follows advanced pushing hands training and will bring you one step closer to Taijiquan sparring. In this level, students must be able to remember the form and execute both the offensive and defensive sides smoothly.
Candle Training (蠟燭之練習, lāzhú zhī liànxí) is a manifesting power (發勁, fā jìng) exercise. You must extinguish a candle at least 6 out of 10 times using a soft Jing palm or fist strike. The minimum allowed distance between your hand and the candle’s flame is 10 inches.
Criteria is under review
