Chen Style Tai Chi Old Frame Routine Two Cannon Fist by Zhu Tiancai 2DVD
LECTURER: Zhu Tiancai
SKUDW166-05
SUBTITLEEnglish / Chinese
TIME118.0
Index: Chen Style Tai Chi Old Frame Routine Two Cannon Fist by Zhu Tiancai 2DVD // Pao Chui / Zhu Tiancai // Kung Fu Training
Mastering The Explosive Cannon Fist Of Chen Style Taijiquan Old Frame Routine Two With Grandmaster Zhu Tiancai Featuring Fa-Jin And Combat Applications
Index: Chen Style Tai Chi Old Frame Routine Two Cannon Fist by Zhu Tiancai 2DVD // Pao Chui / Zhu Tiancai // Kung Fu Training
Authentic Kung Fu Heritage
●Master the explosive Cannon Fist (Pao Chui) of the Chen Style Old Frame system.
●Develop high-level Fa-Jin and agility through stomping and jumping mechanics.
●Expert instruction by Grandmaster Zhu Tiancai on the martial side of Taijiquan.
●Focus on the Four Corner techniques: Pull, Bend, Elbow, and Shoulder strokes.
Learn the 'why' behind every posture to unlock your technical potential.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT AND THE Cannon Fist
Chen Style Taijiquan Old Frame Routine Two, famously known as 'Pao Chui' or Cannon Fist, is the more aggressive and explosive counterpart to the First Routine. Also attributed to the 14th generation master Chen Changxing, this routine draws heavily from the 'Cannon Fist Routine I' and '108 Stance Long Fist' traditions of the Chen family. While the First Routine focuses on softness, the Second Routine is 'Predominantly Hard,' with 'Softness Hidden within Hardness.' This DVD features Grandmaster Zhu Tiancai, who demonstrates the raw power and dynamic athleticism required for this advanced Technical Routine. It represents the 'Martial' side of the Old Frame, focusing on high-speed transitions and devastating strikes.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND Explosive Power
The Cannon Fist is characterized by its 'Fast, Hard, and Fierce' nature. The routine involves frequent 'Stomping' (Zhen Jiao), 'Jumping,' and 'Dodging' (Shan Zhan Teng Nuo), making it a vigorous physical workout. The primary focus shifts to the 'Four Corner' hand techniques: Pull Downward (Cai), Bend Backward (Lie), Elbow Stroke (Zhou), and Shoulder Stroke (Kao). These are the '隅' (Corner) techniques used for close-quarters combat. The routine is performed with 'Loose and Vivid' elasticity, where the energy is sent off in sudden bursts of 'Fa-Jin.' Master Zhu emphasizes that the body must follow the hand, and the root must remain stable even during the most dynamic movements.
BIO-MECHANICAL ALIGNMENT AND KINETIC ENERGY
The bio-mechanics of Routine Two are centered on 'Grounding' and 'Kinetic Chain Coordination.' The Explosive Power is not generated by muscle alone but through the 'Spiraling Inner Energy' (Chan Si Jin) that originates in the Dantian and is accelerated through the waist and spine. Grandmaster Zhu provides a masterclass in 'Body-Mind Integration,' showing how to maintain internal focus while executing high-speed movements. The 'Stomping' techniques are used not just for impact but to draw energy from the earth, which is then projected through the 'Elbow' or 'Shoulder.' This creates a 'Fluid Structure' that can withstand and deliver immense force.
PRACTICE AND MARTIAL EFFICACY
This instructional DVD provides a deep dive into the 116 minutes of the Cannon Fist routine. Master Zhu breaks down the complex footwork and the 'Technical Routine' applications of each strike. The routine is designed to build 'Explosive Force' and 'Combat Agility,' teaching the practitioner how to move with the speed of a thunderbolt. Beyond its martial utility, the Second Routine is an excellent method for developing cardiovascular health and bone density. For the serious student of Chen Style Taijiquan, mastering the Cannon Fist is essential for achieving a complete understanding of the system's 'Hard and Soft' duality.
Chen Style Taijiquan Old Frame Routine Two, famously known as 'Pao Chui' or Cannon Fist, is the more aggressive and explosive counterpart to the First Routine. Also attributed to the 14th generation master Chen Changxing, this routine draws heavily from the 'Cannon Fist Routine I' and '108 Stance Long Fist' traditions of the Chen family. While the First Routine focuses on softness, the Second Routine is 'Predominantly Hard,' with 'Softness Hidden within Hardness.' This DVD features Grandmaster Zhu Tiancai, who demonstrates the raw power and dynamic athleticism required for this advanced Technical Routine. It represents the 'Martial' side of the Old Frame, focusing on high-speed transitions and devastating strikes.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND Explosive Power
The Cannon Fist is characterized by its 'Fast, Hard, and Fierce' nature. The routine involves frequent 'Stomping' (Zhen Jiao), 'Jumping,' and 'Dodging' (Shan Zhan Teng Nuo), making it a vigorous physical workout. The primary focus shifts to the 'Four Corner' hand techniques: Pull Downward (Cai), Bend Backward (Lie), Elbow Stroke (Zhou), and Shoulder Stroke (Kao). These are the '隅' (Corner) techniques used for close-quarters combat. The routine is performed with 'Loose and Vivid' elasticity, where the energy is sent off in sudden bursts of 'Fa-Jin.' Master Zhu emphasizes that the body must follow the hand, and the root must remain stable even during the most dynamic movements.
BIO-MECHANICAL ALIGNMENT AND KINETIC ENERGY
The bio-mechanics of Routine Two are centered on 'Grounding' and 'Kinetic Chain Coordination.' The Explosive Power is not generated by muscle alone but through the 'Spiraling Inner Energy' (Chan Si Jin) that originates in the Dantian and is accelerated through the waist and spine. Grandmaster Zhu provides a masterclass in 'Body-Mind Integration,' showing how to maintain internal focus while executing high-speed movements. The 'Stomping' techniques are used not just for impact but to draw energy from the earth, which is then projected through the 'Elbow' or 'Shoulder.' This creates a 'Fluid Structure' that can withstand and deliver immense force.
PRACTICE AND MARTIAL EFFICACY
This instructional DVD provides a deep dive into the 116 minutes of the Cannon Fist routine. Master Zhu breaks down the complex footwork and the 'Technical Routine' applications of each strike. The routine is designed to build 'Explosive Force' and 'Combat Agility,' teaching the practitioner how to move with the speed of a thunderbolt. Beyond its martial utility, the Second Routine is an excellent method for developing cardiovascular health and bone density. For the serious student of Chen Style Taijiquan, mastering the Cannon Fist is essential for achieving a complete understanding of the system's 'Hard and Soft' duality.
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."
HERITAGE ARCHIVE: This instructional media is part of the Chinoiserie2008 Traditional Wushu Collection. Our mission is to preserve the authentic lineage and technical standards of Chinese martial arts through systematic digital documentation.
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