SIZHENG TAIJIQUAN

Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan), an ancient Chinese martial art, is known for its slow and flowing movements that strengthen both the body and the mind.

Video: Master Chen Peishan (20th generation of the Chen clan and 12th generation Chen Taijiquan.)

The Sizheng form, developed by Master Chen Peishan, is an abbreviated form of traditional Taijiquan that allows practitioners to enter without prior experience and seamlessly transition to more complex forms later.

It is based on the fundamentals of traditional Chen Clan Taijiquan on a small scale, and retains elements that are of central importance, such as the spiral movement that runs from the feet via the abdominal centre to the arms and fingertips.

The three-dimensional expansion of the movements helps to mobilise the joints and can contribute to the relief of pain.

This method not only promotes physical flexibility and strength, but also supports mental clarity and concentration, the connection between mind and body.

By allowing the movements to flow from the inner imagination without using physical force, Sizheng Taijiquan is also a meditative, therapeutic exercise that takes less time than traditional forms but still offers profound benefits.

In 2015, the Sizheng sword form was added to the unarmed Sizheng form, and in 2024 the Sizheng sabre form was added, expanding the training to include the weapon arts, which are a central pillar of classical Taijiquan.

This development shows how traditional practices can be adapted to modern needs without losing their essence and offers an accessible way for those interested to immerse themselves in the fascinating world of Taijiquan.