Chen Style Chunqiu Big Broadsword by Master Zhu Tiancai Kung Fu Training 2DVD
LECTURER: Zhu Tiancai
SKUDW166-14
SUBTITLEEnglish / Chinese
TIME105.0
Index: Chen Style Chunqiu Big Broadsword by Master Zhu Tiancai Kung Fu Training 2DVD // Fa-Jin / Martial Arts Training // Kung Fu Training
Mastering The Green Dragon Lying Moon Chunqiu Big Broadsword Instructional Series By Grandmaster Zhu Tiancai Featuring Long Weapon Combat Mechanics
Index: Chen Style Chunqiu Big Broadsword by Master Zhu Tiancai Kung Fu Training 2DVD // Fa-Jin / Martial Arts Training // Kung Fu Training
Historical Martial Records
●Master the legendary 'Green Dragon Lying Moon' blade of the Chen Style long weapon system.
●Develop massive power in the waist, legs, and arms through specialized heavy weapon training.
●Clear exhibition of thirteen essential techniques including Drag, Prop, and Cut.
●Expert guidance from 11th generation heir Zhu Tiancai on the 'Reasonable Layout' of the form.
Explore the philosophical foundations of traditional martial virtue.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT AND THE LEGEND OF Guan Dao
The Chen Style Chunqiu Big Broadsword, also famously known as the 'Green Dragon Lying Moon Broadsword' (Qing Long Yan Yue Dao), is the premier long weapon of the Chenjiagou martial tradition. Attributed to the legendary general Guan Yu, this weapon requires immense strength, coordination, and a profound understanding of Taijiquan's internal mechanics. Grandmaster Zhu Tiancai, an 11th generation heir, presents this Technical Routine as a pinnacle of 'Long Weapon Mastery.' Historically, the Big Broadsword was used on the battlefield to strike down cavalry and break through infantry lines. In the Chen family tradition, the routine has been refined to incorporate the 'Silk Reeling' and 'Fa-Jin' principles, transforming it from a simple heavy blade into a sophisticated instrument of 'Internal Alchemy.'
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND LONG-RANGE POWER
The Chunqiu Big Broadsword routine is characterized by its 'Reasonable Layout' and 'Harmonious Upward and Downward' coordination. It features a comprehensive set of techniques: Chop, Hack, Upper Cut, Hang, Cut, Slice, Intercept, Block, Pick, Prick, Push, Drag, Prop, and the 'Shake' (Wu Hua). The Technical Routine is designed to utilize the weapon's length and weight to create a massive 'Kinetic Chain.' Grandmaster Zhu demonstrates how the large circles of the blade are used to generate centrifugal force, which is then focused into 'Explosive Force' (Fa-Jin) at the moment of impact. The routine is a masterclass in 'Body-Weapon Integration,' where the practitioner's core acts as the fulcrum for the weapon's sweeping arcs.
BIO-MECHANICAL ALIGNMENT AND STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
The bio-mechanics of the Big Broadsword are exceptionally demanding, requiring a 'Solid Foundation of Fist' practice. Master Zhu emphasizes that the 'Waist and Leg Forces' are the primary engines for the weapon. Because of the weapon's weight, any misalignment in the spine or knees can lead to injury or loss of control. The training focuses on 'Rooting' and 'Grounding,' ensuring that the power for the heavy strikes is drawn from the earth. The 'Silk Reeling' energy (Chan Si Jin) is used to maintain a 'Fluid Structure' while handling the weapon's momentum. This process of 'Refining the Form' builds incredible functional strength in the arms and core, while simultaneously cultivating 'Internal Pressure' and 'Qi' circulation.
PRACTICE AND COMBAT APPLICATIONS
This 104-minute instructional series provides a detailed breakdown of the stances and their 'Martial Efficacy.' Grandmaster Zhu teaches the student how to use the 'Drag' and 'Prop' techniques to neutralize an opponent's strike before delivering a devastating 'Chop' or 'Cut.' The routine is an unparalleled tool for developing 'Focus, Balance, and Internal Coordination.' By practicing the Chunqiu Big Broadsword, the martial artist refines their 'Spirit' and 'Intent,' achieving a state of 'Body-Mind Unity.' This DVD is the definitive guide for anyone seeking to master the 'General's Weapon' of the Chen family lineage, providing the tools necessary for both high-level martial performance and deep internal cultivation.
The Chen Style Chunqiu Big Broadsword, also famously known as the 'Green Dragon Lying Moon Broadsword' (Qing Long Yan Yue Dao), is the premier long weapon of the Chenjiagou martial tradition. Attributed to the legendary general Guan Yu, this weapon requires immense strength, coordination, and a profound understanding of Taijiquan's internal mechanics. Grandmaster Zhu Tiancai, an 11th generation heir, presents this Technical Routine as a pinnacle of 'Long Weapon Mastery.' Historically, the Big Broadsword was used on the battlefield to strike down cavalry and break through infantry lines. In the Chen family tradition, the routine has been refined to incorporate the 'Silk Reeling' and 'Fa-Jin' principles, transforming it from a simple heavy blade into a sophisticated instrument of 'Internal Alchemy.'
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND LONG-RANGE POWER
The Chunqiu Big Broadsword routine is characterized by its 'Reasonable Layout' and 'Harmonious Upward and Downward' coordination. It features a comprehensive set of techniques: Chop, Hack, Upper Cut, Hang, Cut, Slice, Intercept, Block, Pick, Prick, Push, Drag, Prop, and the 'Shake' (Wu Hua). The Technical Routine is designed to utilize the weapon's length and weight to create a massive 'Kinetic Chain.' Grandmaster Zhu demonstrates how the large circles of the blade are used to generate centrifugal force, which is then focused into 'Explosive Force' (Fa-Jin) at the moment of impact. The routine is a masterclass in 'Body-Weapon Integration,' where the practitioner's core acts as the fulcrum for the weapon's sweeping arcs.
BIO-MECHANICAL ALIGNMENT AND STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
The bio-mechanics of the Big Broadsword are exceptionally demanding, requiring a 'Solid Foundation of Fist' practice. Master Zhu emphasizes that the 'Waist and Leg Forces' are the primary engines for the weapon. Because of the weapon's weight, any misalignment in the spine or knees can lead to injury or loss of control. The training focuses on 'Rooting' and 'Grounding,' ensuring that the power for the heavy strikes is drawn from the earth. The 'Silk Reeling' energy (Chan Si Jin) is used to maintain a 'Fluid Structure' while handling the weapon's momentum. This process of 'Refining the Form' builds incredible functional strength in the arms and core, while simultaneously cultivating 'Internal Pressure' and 'Qi' circulation.
PRACTICE AND COMBAT APPLICATIONS
This 104-minute instructional series provides a detailed breakdown of the stances and their 'Martial Efficacy.' Grandmaster Zhu teaches the student how to use the 'Drag' and 'Prop' techniques to neutralize an opponent's strike before delivering a devastating 'Chop' or 'Cut.' The routine is an unparalleled tool for developing 'Focus, Balance, and Internal Coordination.' By practicing the Chunqiu Big Broadsword, the martial artist refines their 'Spirit' and 'Intent,' achieving a state of 'Body-Mind Unity.' This DVD is the definitive guide for anyone seeking to master the 'General's Weapon' of the Chen family lineage, providing the tools necessary for both high-level martial performance and deep internal cultivation.
Grandmaster Zhu Tiancai
"Biographical Profile: Zhu Tiancai
19th Generation Master of Chen-style Taijiquan and the Father of Taiji in Singapore
Zhu Tiancai, born in 1944 in Xi'an and raised in Chenjiagou, is a 19th generation successor of Chen-style Taijiquan. As one of the celebrated ""Four Buddha Attendants"" (四大金刚), he is a National-level Representative Inheritor of Intangible Cultural Heritage and has been a driving force in the internationalization of Taijiquan for over four decades.
Martial Arts Background: Dual Lineage and Artistic Refinement
Growing up in the cradle of Taiji, Zhu Tiancai was mentored by the legendary Chen Zhaopi and later refined his skills under Chen Zhaokui. This background provided him with a comprehensive mastery of both the Old Frame (Laojia) and New Frame (Xinjia). His training was characterized by a meticulous attention to the rhythmic and artistic qualities of the art, blending the rigorous martial requirements of the Chen family with a deep understanding of its cultural and health-giving properties.
Legacy and Contribution: A Bridge to Southeast Asia and Beyond
Master Zhu is widely honored as the ""Father of Taiji in Singapore,"" having spent significant time since the early 1980s teaching and establishing a robust Taiji community in Southeast Asia. He was one of the first masters to create systematic instructional videos and books, making the complex movements of Chen-style Taijiquan accessible to a global audience. His efforts have been instrumental in fostering cultural exchange and promoting Taijiquan as a universal practice for health and harmony.
Artistic Style: Elegant Fluidity and Rhythmic Precision
His style is noted for its exceptional fluidity, elegance, and distinct rhythmic changes. Zhu Tiancai emphasizes the ""softness"" within Chen-style Taijiquan, advocating for a practice that is as graceful as a flowing river yet possesses the underlying strength of silk-reeling power. He focuses on the natural coordination of the body and the cultivation of internal energy, making his execution of the forms both a formidable martial display and a beautiful artistic performance."
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