Sun Style Taijiquan Open and Close Form by Master Sun Jianyun Training 2DVD
LECTURER: Sun Jianyun
SKUDW076-01
SUBTITLEEnglish / Chinese
TIME123.0
Index: Sun Style Taijiquan Open and Close Form by Master Sun Jianyun Training 2DVD // Traditional Kung Fu / Martial Arts Biomechanics // Martial Arts Preservation
Master The Unique Sun Style Taijiquan With Direct Lineage Successor Sun Jianyun, Focusing On The Sophisticated 'Open And Close' Internal Mechanics.
Index: Sun Style Taijiquan Open and Close Form by Master Sun Jianyun Training 2DVD // Traditional Kung Fu / Martial Arts Biomechanics // Martial Arts Preservation
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●Master the authentic Sun Style Taijiquan Form & Applications from the direct lineage successor and master Sun Jianyun.
●Learn the unique 'Follow-up and Draw-in' footwork that integrates the agility of Baguazhang with the power of Xingyiquan.
●Develop the 'Open and Close' internal mechanics to harmonize your Qi and achieve superior structural integrity.
●Expert instruction on the '行云流水' (floating clouds and flowing water) movement style for health and combat.
Focus on the internal mechanics that distinguish traditional martial arts.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT & LINEAGE
Sun Style Taijiquan is a profound and unique system within the Internal Martial Arts, founded by the legendary 'Martial Saint' Sun Lutang. This style represents a brilliant synthesis of the essential principles of Xingyiquan, Baguazhang, and Taijiquan. This instructional DVD is presented by Master Sun Jianyun, the daughter and direct lineage successor of Sun Lutang. As one of 'China's Top Ten Great Wushu Masters' and the president of the Beijing Sun-style Taijiquan Research Committee, Master Sun Jianyun provides an unparalleled level of authority and depth. The Sun style lineage is characterized by its emphasis on 'Internal Alchemy' and the cultivation of a refined, agile spirit. Master Sun’s teaching ensures that the 'Historical Heritage' of her father's work is preserved with absolute technical and philosophical purity, offering practitioners a direct link to the source of this sophisticated art.
TECHNICAL FORM & APPLICATIONS
The Sun Style Taijiquan Technical Routine is famously known as 'Open and Close Taijiquan' due to its frequent use of opening and closing hand movements that synchronize with the breath and the movement of Qi. The routine is characterized by its fluid structure and cohesive choreography, described as being 'like floating clouds and flowing water.' Master Sun Jianyun provides a meticulous breakdown of the forms, emphasizing the unique footwork known as 'Hu Bu' (Follow-up Step). In this system, every advance is met with a follow-up step, and every retreat with a draw-in step, ensuring that the practitioner's center of gravity is always stable and mobile. This Form & Applications is designed to be agile and natural, avoiding the deep, heavy stances of other styles in favor of a more upright and nimble posture that facilitates rapid changes in direction and energy.
BIOMECHANICS & Internal Alchemy
From a biomechanical perspective, Sun Style Taijiquan is a study in 'Structural Integrity' and 'Neuromuscular Coordination.' The power generation, or Fa-Jin (Explosive Power), is subtle and internal, relying on the synchronization of the entire body's kinetic chain. Master Sun demonstrates how the 'Open and Close' movements are used to gather and release internal energy, creating a 'Hunyuan' force that is both supple and strong. The routine emphasizes the principle of 'one part moves, all parts move; one part stops, all parts stop,' ensuring that the body acts as a unified whole. This focus on 'Internal Alchemy' involves the coordination of breath (Tuna) and intent (Yi), allowing the practitioner to guide the Qi through the meridians while maintaining a state of relaxed alertness. The biomechanics of the Sun style are particularly effective for developing balance and joint health, making it accessible to practitioners of all ages.
COMBAT APPLICATION & PRACTICAL VALUE
While Sun Style Taijiquan is highly valued for its health benefits, it remains a potent system of 'Combat Application.' Master Sun Jianyun illustrates the tactical logic behind the movements, showing how the agility of Baguazhang and the directness of Xingyiquan are integrated into the Taiji framework. The principle of 'Adhere and Follow' is central to the style's defensive and offensive strategies, allowing the practitioner to neutralize an opponent's force and deliver a counter-strike with minimal effort. The 'Follow-up Step' ensures that the practitioner can maintain a dominant position and control the engagement range. For the modern student, this DVD offers a scientific and credible pathway to achieving martial excellence and vibrant health. By following Master Sun’s expert guidance, practitioners can master the 'Open and Close' essence of the art, achieving a state where the mind, body, and spirit are in perfect harmony.
Sun Style Taijiquan is a profound and unique system within the Internal Martial Arts, founded by the legendary 'Martial Saint' Sun Lutang. This style represents a brilliant synthesis of the essential principles of Xingyiquan, Baguazhang, and Taijiquan. This instructional DVD is presented by Master Sun Jianyun, the daughter and direct lineage successor of Sun Lutang. As one of 'China's Top Ten Great Wushu Masters' and the president of the Beijing Sun-style Taijiquan Research Committee, Master Sun Jianyun provides an unparalleled level of authority and depth. The Sun style lineage is characterized by its emphasis on 'Internal Alchemy' and the cultivation of a refined, agile spirit. Master Sun’s teaching ensures that the 'Historical Heritage' of her father's work is preserved with absolute technical and philosophical purity, offering practitioners a direct link to the source of this sophisticated art.
TECHNICAL FORM & APPLICATIONS
The Sun Style Taijiquan Technical Routine is famously known as 'Open and Close Taijiquan' due to its frequent use of opening and closing hand movements that synchronize with the breath and the movement of Qi. The routine is characterized by its fluid structure and cohesive choreography, described as being 'like floating clouds and flowing water.' Master Sun Jianyun provides a meticulous breakdown of the forms, emphasizing the unique footwork known as 'Hu Bu' (Follow-up Step). In this system, every advance is met with a follow-up step, and every retreat with a draw-in step, ensuring that the practitioner's center of gravity is always stable and mobile. This Form & Applications is designed to be agile and natural, avoiding the deep, heavy stances of other styles in favor of a more upright and nimble posture that facilitates rapid changes in direction and energy.
BIOMECHANICS & Internal Alchemy
From a biomechanical perspective, Sun Style Taijiquan is a study in 'Structural Integrity' and 'Neuromuscular Coordination.' The power generation, or Fa-Jin (Explosive Power), is subtle and internal, relying on the synchronization of the entire body's kinetic chain. Master Sun demonstrates how the 'Open and Close' movements are used to gather and release internal energy, creating a 'Hunyuan' force that is both supple and strong. The routine emphasizes the principle of 'one part moves, all parts move; one part stops, all parts stop,' ensuring that the body acts as a unified whole. This focus on 'Internal Alchemy' involves the coordination of breath (Tuna) and intent (Yi), allowing the practitioner to guide the Qi through the meridians while maintaining a state of relaxed alertness. The biomechanics of the Sun style are particularly effective for developing balance and joint health, making it accessible to practitioners of all ages.
COMBAT APPLICATION & PRACTICAL VALUE
While Sun Style Taijiquan is highly valued for its health benefits, it remains a potent system of 'Combat Application.' Master Sun Jianyun illustrates the tactical logic behind the movements, showing how the agility of Baguazhang and the directness of Xingyiquan are integrated into the Taiji framework. The principle of 'Adhere and Follow' is central to the style's defensive and offensive strategies, allowing the practitioner to neutralize an opponent's force and deliver a counter-strike with minimal effort. The 'Follow-up Step' ensures that the practitioner can maintain a dominant position and control the engagement range. For the modern student, this DVD offers a scientific and credible pathway to achieving martial excellence and vibrant health. By following Master Sun’s expert guidance, practitioners can master the 'Open and Close' essence of the art, achieving a state where the mind, body, and spirit are in perfect harmony.
Grandmaster Sun Jianyun
Index: Sun Style Taijiquan Open and Close Form by Master Sun Jianyun Training 2DVD // Open and Close Tai Chi / Sun Lutang Lineage // Martial Arts Preservation
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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