Sun Style Taijiquan Complete 4-DVD Collection by Master Sun Jianyun Guide DVD
LECTURER: Sun Jianyun
SKUDW076-01-03-ALL
SUBTITLEEnglish / Chinese
TIME239.0
Comprehensive Sun Style Taijiquan Box Set Featuring Open And Close Form, Taiji Sword, And Appreciation Routines By Master Sun Jianyun 4DVDs.
Index: Sun Style Taijiquan Complete 4-DVD Collection by Master Sun Jianyun Guide DVD // Sun Lutang / Tai Chi DVD // Kung Fu Training
Ancient Form Archive
●Master the unique 'Open and Close' internal mechanics of the Sun Style Taijiquan lineage.
●Direct family lineage instruction from Master Sun Jianyun, daughter of founder Sun Lutang.
●Experience the seamless synthesis of Xingyiquan, Baguazhang, and Taijiquan principles.
●Detailed technical breakdown of the 'Follow-up Step' footwork and Body-Sword Integration.
Understand the historical context of each traditional training method.
COMPLETE CURRICULUM LIST:
1. Sun Style Taijiquan Open and Close Form (2 DVDs)
2. Sun Style Taiji Sword Form & Applications (1 DVD)
3. Sun Style Taijiquan and Weapon Routines Appreciation (1 DVD)
HISTORICAL CONTEXT AND Sun Lutang LINEAGE
Sun Style Taijiquan represents a profound and intellectually sophisticated development in the history of Chinese Internal Martial Arts. Founded by the legendary 'Martial Saint' Sun Lutang, this style is a brilliant synthesis of the essential principles of Xingyiquan, Baguazhang, and Taijiquan. This 4-DVD collection, presented by Master Sun Jianyun, the daughter and direct lineage successor of the founder, offers an unparalleled level of authority. The Sun lineage is characterized by its emphasis on 'Internal Alchemy' and the cultivation of a refined, agile spirit. Historically, the style is known as 'Open and Close Taijiquan' (Kai He Taiji) and 'Lively Step Taijiquan' (Huo Bu Taiji), reflecting its dynamic and nimble nature. This collection ensures that the technical precision and philosophical purity of Sun Lutang's work are preserved for modern practitioners, providing a direct link to the source of this sophisticated art.
TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: OPEN AND CLOSE MECHANICS
The core of the Sun Style Technical Routine lies in the 'Open and Close' (Kai He) hand movements, which are meticulously synchronized with the breath and the movement of internal Qi. Unlike other Tai Chi styles that may emphasize deep, heavy stances, Sun Style prioritizes an upright and nimble posture. The signature footwork, known as 'Hu Bu' (Follow-up Step), ensures that every advance is met with a follow-up step and every retreat with a draw-in step. This biomechanical requirement facilitates rapid changes in direction and energy, making the practitioner as agile as a swallow. The movements are described as 'floating clouds and flowing water' (Xing Yun Liu Shui), emphasizing a Fluid Structure where the internal power is supple yet strong. Through this 4-DVD curriculum, students learn to harmonize their internal intent (Yi) with external form, achieving superior structural integrity.
WEAPONRY AND BIOMECHANICAL INTEGRATION
The collection culminates in the Sun Style Taiji Sword, a premier internal weapon system that integrates the directness of Xingyi and the circularity of Bagua into the Taiji framework. The principle of 'Body-Sword Integration' (Shen Jian He Yi) is paramount; the sword is treated as a living extension of the practitioner's nervous system. Power generation, or Fa-Jin (Explosive Power), originates in the feet, is directed by the waist, and is expressed through the tip of the blade. This focus on 'Internal Alchemy' ensures that the swordplay is both powerful and effortless. The 'Appreciation' DVD provides a visual encyclopedia of the entire system, allowing practitioners to analyze the 'Neuromuscular Coordination' required for high-level mastery. Each routine is a study in 'Adhere and Follow' (Zhan Nian Lian Sui) tactics, providing a scientific and culturally rich pathway to achieving martial excellence and vibrant health.
1. Sun Style Taijiquan Open and Close Form (2 DVDs)
2. Sun Style Taiji Sword Form & Applications (1 DVD)
3. Sun Style Taijiquan and Weapon Routines Appreciation (1 DVD)
HISTORICAL CONTEXT AND Sun Lutang LINEAGE
Sun Style Taijiquan represents a profound and intellectually sophisticated development in the history of Chinese Internal Martial Arts. Founded by the legendary 'Martial Saint' Sun Lutang, this style is a brilliant synthesis of the essential principles of Xingyiquan, Baguazhang, and Taijiquan. This 4-DVD collection, presented by Master Sun Jianyun, the daughter and direct lineage successor of the founder, offers an unparalleled level of authority. The Sun lineage is characterized by its emphasis on 'Internal Alchemy' and the cultivation of a refined, agile spirit. Historically, the style is known as 'Open and Close Taijiquan' (Kai He Taiji) and 'Lively Step Taijiquan' (Huo Bu Taiji), reflecting its dynamic and nimble nature. This collection ensures that the technical precision and philosophical purity of Sun Lutang's work are preserved for modern practitioners, providing a direct link to the source of this sophisticated art.
TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: OPEN AND CLOSE MECHANICS
The core of the Sun Style Technical Routine lies in the 'Open and Close' (Kai He) hand movements, which are meticulously synchronized with the breath and the movement of internal Qi. Unlike other Tai Chi styles that may emphasize deep, heavy stances, Sun Style prioritizes an upright and nimble posture. The signature footwork, known as 'Hu Bu' (Follow-up Step), ensures that every advance is met with a follow-up step and every retreat with a draw-in step. This biomechanical requirement facilitates rapid changes in direction and energy, making the practitioner as agile as a swallow. The movements are described as 'floating clouds and flowing water' (Xing Yun Liu Shui), emphasizing a Fluid Structure where the internal power is supple yet strong. Through this 4-DVD curriculum, students learn to harmonize their internal intent (Yi) with external form, achieving superior structural integrity.
WEAPONRY AND BIOMECHANICAL INTEGRATION
The collection culminates in the Sun Style Taiji Sword, a premier internal weapon system that integrates the directness of Xingyi and the circularity of Bagua into the Taiji framework. The principle of 'Body-Sword Integration' (Shen Jian He Yi) is paramount; the sword is treated as a living extension of the practitioner's nervous system. Power generation, or Fa-Jin (Explosive Power), originates in the feet, is directed by the waist, and is expressed through the tip of the blade. This focus on 'Internal Alchemy' ensures that the swordplay is both powerful and effortless. The 'Appreciation' DVD provides a visual encyclopedia of the entire system, allowing practitioners to analyze the 'Neuromuscular Coordination' required for high-level mastery. Each routine is a study in 'Adhere and Follow' (Zhan Nian Lian Sui) tactics, providing a scientific and culturally rich pathway to achieving martial excellence and vibrant health.
Grandmaster Sun Jianyun
Index: Sun Style Taijiquan Complete 4-DVD Collection by Master Sun Jianyun Guide DVD // Lineage / Combat Application // Combat Mechanics
Sun Jianyun: A Life Dedicated to the Legacy of the "Martial Saint"
In the history of modern Chinese martial arts, Sun Jianyun (1914–2003) is more than just a name; she was the bridge between two eras. As the youngest daughter of the legendary Sun Lutang—hailed as the "Martial Saint"—her life serves as a living chronicle of the evolution of traditional martial arts through the 20th century.
1. Childhood in the Courtyard: From Observation to Mastery
Sun Jianyun was born when her father’s fame had already reached its zenith. Growing up in a household frequented by the greatest masters of the age, her childhood was defined by the scent of ink and the rhythm of moving shadows.
A Family Story: Initially, Sun Lutang did not pressure his daughter to train, preferring she lead a gentler life. However, he once discovered her secretly mimicking her elder brothers' drills. He was struck by her natural grasp of the mechanics and spirit of the movements; realizing her innate talent, he finally formally accepted her as a disciple.
The Father-Daughter Bond: By her teens, she was traveling with her father to cities like Nanjing and Shanghai, assisting him at the Jiangsu Provincial Guoshu Institute. Sun Lutang was a demanding teacher, requiring her to master not only the physical arts but also the I Ching and classical literature. This dual education gave her martial style a rare quality: less "street grit" and more "scholarly refinement."
2. Keeping the "Puyang" Flame Alive Through Turmoil
Following Sun Lutang’s passing in 1933, a young Sun Jianyun shouldered the heavy responsibility of preserving the lineage. Through decades of social upheaval and scarcity, she ensured that the flame of Sun-style martial arts never flickered out.
Quiet Perseverance: To make ends meet, she worked as a primary school teacher, but her real work happened after hours. Even during her hardest years, she continued to teach in her cramped courtyard, sharing her knowledge without reservation with anyone who came with a sincere heart.
The Meaning of Her Name: Her name, Jianyun (Sword-Cloud), reflected her father’s hope that she would be as resilient as a blade and as fluid as a cloud. She lived up to this vision, remaining detached from fame and wealth while standing firm as a guardian of tradition.
3. The Later Years: A "Living Dictionary" of Sun Style
As traditional culture saw a resurgence in the 1980s, an elderly Sun Jianyun returned to the center of the martial arts world.
Grandmaster Status: In 1995, she was officially named one of "China’s Top Ten Martial Arts Masters." Younger practitioners who visited her were often stunned that this silver-haired woman remained as light on her feet as a swallow, possessing an internal power that was truly "iron wrapped in cotton."
Unfiltered Tradition: She often remarked, "I am not teaching my own boxing; I am teaching my father’s." She dedicated her life to preserving the exact forms Sun Lutang finalized in his later years, resisting the trend of adding "flowery" movements for public performance. She insisted on the authentic beauty of Sun-style: open-close movements, lively footwork, and natural harmony.
4. Epilogue: A Century of Quiet Devotion
Sun Jianyun passed away in Beijing in 2003 at the age of 89. She never sought out grand duels or fueled supernatural legends. Instead, she spent her decades meticulously organizing the theories of Sun-style Tai Chi, Xingyi, and Bagua into written records.
"We do not practice to fight others; we practice to find the 'Li' (the underlying Principle)."
This was her frequent refrain. What she left behind was more than just a sequence of movements; it was the example of a traditional warrior who remained steadfast and serene through a century of both solitude and clamor.
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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