Chen Style Taijiquan Old Frame Routine II Cannon Fist Pao Chui Chen Xiaowang 2DVD
LECTURER: Chen Xiaowang
SKUDWCXW-09
SUBTITLEEnglish / Chinese
TIME131.0
Index: Chen Style Taijiquan Old Frame Routine II Cannon Fist Pao Chui Chen Xiaowang 2DVD // Traditional Wushu / Chen Village // Combat Mechanics
Deep Dive Into The Explosive Power And Combat Mechanics Of Old Frame Routine Ii
Index: Chen Style Taijiquan Old Frame Routine II Cannon Fist Pao Chui Chen Xiaowang 2DVD // Traditional Wushu / Chen Village // Combat Mechanics
Martial Arts Foundation
●Intensive 3-DVD set covering the complete Cannon Fist routine
●Focus on explosive Fa-Jin and jumping mechanics
●Detailed breakdown of combat applications and footwork
●Authentic transmission from the 19th generation heir
Bridge the gap between traditional forms and technical application.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
The Chen Style Taijiquan Old Frame Second Routine, universally known as Pao Chui or 'Cannon Fist,' is the most fierce and dynamic component of the Lao Jia system. Attributed to the 14th generation master Chen Changxing, this routine preserves the high-impact martial applications of the Chen family. While the First Routine (Yi Lu) emphasizes softness and internal cultivation, the Second Routine focuses on 'Hardness with Hidden Softness.' Grandmaster Chen Xiaowang, as the premier representative of the 19th generation, provides a definitive instructional guide in this 3-DVD set, ensuring the 'Invincible Might' of the Cannon Fist is passed down with technical precision and historical integrity.
EXPLOSIVE MECHANICS AND FA-JIN
Pao Chui is characterized by its 'Thunderous Momentum' and 'Explosive Power' (Fa-Jin). This instructional series details the 'Stamping, Dodging, and Leaping' (Zhen Jiao, Shan Zhan, Teng Nuo) that define the routine's rhythm. Master Chen explains the 'Springy and Shaking' (Song Huo Dan Dou) mechanics, where the body acts like a 'Fierce Tiger' or a 'Mythical Dragon.' The biomechanics focus on the 'Kinetic Chain'—how power is rooted in the feet, directed by the waist, and expressed through 'Short Power' (Duan Jin). The training emphasizes 'Internal Cohesion' (Jin Zheng), ensuring that every explosive release is supported by a stable and unified structure.
TECHNICAL ROUTINE AND COMBAT APPLICATION
The choreography of Lao Jia Er Lu prioritizes the 'Four Corner Hands' (Cai, Lie, Zhou, Kao—Pick, Split, Elbow, Lean) while utilizing the 'Four Square Hands' (Peng, Lu, Ji, An) as auxiliary methods. Master Chen provides a step-by-step breakdown of the routine, emphasizing the 'Hands Lead, Body Follows' principle. The instruction covers the 'Eight Basic Methods' of Taiji combat, showing how the 'Hard and Fierce' movements of the Cannon Fist are used to overwhelm an opponent's defense. This 3-DVD set offers an exhaustive look at the 'Actual Combat' applications, bridging the gap between solo form practice and martial efficiency.
PEDAGOGICAL DEPTH
As a featured archive in the 'Chinoiserie2008 Traditional Wushu Collection,' this set is designed for advanced practitioners. Master Chen Xiaowang’s teaching is 'Fact-Driven,' focusing on the biological reality of power generation rather than mystical claims. The three discs provide ample time for detailed repetition and multi-angle views of the complex jumping and turning movements. By studying this routine, students learn to integrate 'Internal Force' (Nei Jin) with 'External Speed,' achieving the 'Complete Breath' and 'Unified Spirit' required for mastery of the Chen family’s most powerful technical routine.
The Chen Style Taijiquan Old Frame Second Routine, universally known as Pao Chui or 'Cannon Fist,' is the most fierce and dynamic component of the Lao Jia system. Attributed to the 14th generation master Chen Changxing, this routine preserves the high-impact martial applications of the Chen family. While the First Routine (Yi Lu) emphasizes softness and internal cultivation, the Second Routine focuses on 'Hardness with Hidden Softness.' Grandmaster Chen Xiaowang, as the premier representative of the 19th generation, provides a definitive instructional guide in this 3-DVD set, ensuring the 'Invincible Might' of the Cannon Fist is passed down with technical precision and historical integrity.
EXPLOSIVE MECHANICS AND FA-JIN
Pao Chui is characterized by its 'Thunderous Momentum' and 'Explosive Power' (Fa-Jin). This instructional series details the 'Stamping, Dodging, and Leaping' (Zhen Jiao, Shan Zhan, Teng Nuo) that define the routine's rhythm. Master Chen explains the 'Springy and Shaking' (Song Huo Dan Dou) mechanics, where the body acts like a 'Fierce Tiger' or a 'Mythical Dragon.' The biomechanics focus on the 'Kinetic Chain'—how power is rooted in the feet, directed by the waist, and expressed through 'Short Power' (Duan Jin). The training emphasizes 'Internal Cohesion' (Jin Zheng), ensuring that every explosive release is supported by a stable and unified structure.
TECHNICAL ROUTINE AND COMBAT APPLICATION
The choreography of Lao Jia Er Lu prioritizes the 'Four Corner Hands' (Cai, Lie, Zhou, Kao—Pick, Split, Elbow, Lean) while utilizing the 'Four Square Hands' (Peng, Lu, Ji, An) as auxiliary methods. Master Chen provides a step-by-step breakdown of the routine, emphasizing the 'Hands Lead, Body Follows' principle. The instruction covers the 'Eight Basic Methods' of Taiji combat, showing how the 'Hard and Fierce' movements of the Cannon Fist are used to overwhelm an opponent's defense. This 3-DVD set offers an exhaustive look at the 'Actual Combat' applications, bridging the gap between solo form practice and martial efficiency.
PEDAGOGICAL DEPTH
As a featured archive in the 'Chinoiserie2008 Traditional Wushu Collection,' this set is designed for advanced practitioners. Master Chen Xiaowang’s teaching is 'Fact-Driven,' focusing on the biological reality of power generation rather than mystical claims. The three discs provide ample time for detailed repetition and multi-angle views of the complex jumping and turning movements. By studying this routine, students learn to integrate 'Internal Force' (Nei Jin) with 'External Speed,' achieving the 'Complete Breath' and 'Unified Spirit' required for mastery of the Chen family’s most powerful technical routine.
Grandmaster Chen Xiaowang
Index: Chen Style Taijiquan Old Frame Routine II Cannon Fist Pao Chui Chen Xiaowang 2DVD // Cannon Fist / Pao Chui // Martial Arts Preservation
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Biography of Grandmaster Chen Xiaowang
I. Basic Information
Year of Birth: 1945
Birthplace: Chenjiagou (Chen Village), Wen County, Henan Province, China.
Status: 19th Generation Lineage Holder of Chen Family Taijiquan; Leader of the "Four Tigers" (Four Arhats) of Chenjiagou.
II. Growth Background & Early Life
Chen Xiaowang’s path to mastery was defined by the hardships and strict discipline typical of a traditional martial arts lineage:
Illustrious Lineage:
He was born into the very heart of Taijiquan royalty. He is the grandson of the legendary Chen Fake, the 17th-generation master who first brought Chen Style Taijiquan to the public in Beijing, and the son of the accomplished master Chen Zhaoxu.
Hardship and Perseverance:
Chen Xiaowang lost his father at a young age and grew up in a period of significant economic difficulty. Under the guidance of his uncles, Chen Zhaopi and Chen Zhaokui, he began rigorous training. It is said he practiced his routines dozens of times a day regardless of the weather, forging a foundation of "bitter labor" (Ku Lian) that resulted in his world-renowned internal power.
Preserving the Flame:
During turbulent historical periods in China when traditional arts were at risk of being lost, Chen Xiaowang and his peers (like Chen Zhenglei) continued to practice in secret, ensuring that the ancestral techniques and internal secrets remained intact for future generations.
III. Professional Career
Early 1980s: He began representing Chen Style Taijiquan in national competitions. Due to his profound skill and authentic form, he won consecutive gold medals at the first and second National Taijiquan Competitions, becoming a household name in the Chinese martial arts world.
Global Outreach: In the 1990s, he relocated abroad (primarily to Australia) to promote Taijiquan globally.
Global Association: He founded the World Chen Xiaowang Taijiquan Association, which now has branches in dozens of countries and tens of thousands of students worldwide.
IV. Core Achievements & Contributions
1. Theory and Modernization
Grandmaster Chen Xiaowang made monumental contributions to making traditional Gongfu accessible to the modern world:
Simplified Routines: He created the Chen Style 9, 19, and 38-move routines to lower the barrier for beginners while maintaining the essence of the art.
The "Five Levels of Kung Fu": He systematically codified the progression of Taijiquan into five distinct stages, turning vague traditional concepts into a scientific, measurable standard for practitioners.
2. Technical Mastery (Fa Li & Silk Reeling)
Rooting and "Thousand-Pound Drop": He is famous for his unshakable "Stake Standing" (Zhan Zhuang). In public demonstrations, he has famously remained unmoved while several strong men attempted to push him, showcasing the ultimate level of "neutralizing and redirecting" force.
Explosive Power (Fa Li): His style is characterized by deep stability followed by lightning-fast strikes. His execution of Fa Li is considered the global "Gold Standard" for Chen Style mechanics.
3. Honors and Recognition
9th Duan Master: The highest rank awarded by the Chinese Wushu Association.
National-Level Intangible Cultural Heritage Holder: Officially recognized by the Chinese government as a primary guardian of the art.
Lifetime Achievement Awards: Recipient of numerous prestigious honors at international martial arts festivals.
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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TAGS: Chen Style Taijiquan | Lao Jia Er Lu | Cannon Fist | Pao Chui
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