Wudang Taiyi Solo Broadsword Tiger Style by Master Xiao Anfa Kung Fu Wushu 3DVD
LECTURER: Xiao Anfa
SKUDW199-03
SUBTITLEEnglish / Chinese
TIME120.0
Index: Wudang Taiyi Solo Broadsword Tiger Style by Master Xiao Anfa Kung Fu Wushu 3DVD // Wudang Mountain / Wudang Taiyi Broadsword // Combat Mechanics
Wudang Taiyi Solo Broadsword Technical Routine Instructional DVD Featuring Master Xiao Anfa Direct Disciple Of Grandmaster Lu Zijian Tiger Style Power
Index: Wudang Taiyi Solo Broadsword Tiger Style by Master Xiao Anfa Kung Fu Wushu 3DVD // Wudang Mountain / Wudang Taiyi Broadsword // Combat Mechanics
Wushu Technical Records
●Develop the fierce momentum of a tiger running down a mountain with the saber.
●Master complex blade techniques including neck-wrapping and wrist-twisting.
●Learn to relax the whole body while maintaining focused Qi in the Dantian.
●Authentic Wudang lineage instruction from a close student of Grandmaster Lu Zijian.
Detailed breakdowns of hand techniques and traditional footwork.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT AND THE TIGER SPIRIT
The Wudang Taiyi Solo Broadsword (Taiyi Dan Dao) is a premier short weapon routine within the internal martial arts system of Mount Wudang. This instructional DVD is led by Master Xiao Anfa, an indoor student of the legendary 118-year-old Grandmaster Lu Zijian. Historically, the broadsword was known as the 'Tiger' of the Wushu arsenal, valued for its fierce, aggressive, and overwhelming power. In the Wudang Taiyi tradition, this ferocity is tempered by the principles of Internal Alchemy and 'Sectional Relaxation.' The routine is designed to express the momentum of a 'Violent Tiger running down the mountain,' combining raw power with the fluid agility characteristic of Taoist arts. Master Xiao’s teaching provides a direct link to the ancestral wisdom of the Wudang temples, ensuring that the Technical Routine is preserved with absolute martial integrity.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND BLADE METHODS
The Wudang Taiyi Broadsword is characterized by its 'Flexible and Changeable' nature. The Technical Routine incorporates a comprehensive set of blade methods: cutting (Xue), chopping (Pi), lifting (Liao), stabbing (Ci), intercepting (Jie), hanging (Gua), pushing (Tui), and moving along (Dai). A distinguishing feature of this style is the 'Machine-like Ingenuity' of its movements, which include complex maneuvers such as 'Wrapping the Neck,' 'Passing over the Head,' and 'Twisting the Wrist' while the blade encircles the body. Master Xiao demonstrates how these techniques create an impenetrable shield of steel while simultaneously preparing for a devastating counter-attack. The routine emphasizes 'Body-Weapon Integration,' where the broadsword moves in perfect harmony with the practitioner's steps and body methods.
BIOMECHANICAL ALIGNMENT AND INTERNAL POWER
The biomechanics of the Taiyi Broadsword require 'Relaxing the Whole Body' while maintaining 'Qi in the Dantian.' Master Xiao Anfa explains that the power for the heavy blade must be generated from the core and transmitted through the Python Waist. The training focuses on 'Rooting' and 'Grounding,' ensuring that the practitioner remains stable even during high-speed, high-impact maneuvers. The 'Silk Reeling' energy (Chan Si Jin) is used to wrap the blade around the body, utilizing centrifugal force to enhance the power of the chops and cuts. This process of Internal Alchemy transforms the physical body into a powerful engine for the broadsword, enhancing both martial efficacy and functional strength. The alignment of the spine and the coordination of the kinetic chain are presented as the primary sources of martial stability.
CULTIVATION AND MARTIAL MASTERY
This 118-minute instructional guide provides a detailed breakdown of the Technical Routine, focusing on the 'Form & Applications' of each stance. Master Xiao Anfa teaches the student how to 'Lead the Qi' to the blade's edge, ensuring that every strike is infused with internal pressure and focused intent (Yi). The routine is an unparalleled tool for developing focus, balance, and internal coordination. By practicing the Wudang Taiyi Solo Broadsword, the martial artist refines their spirit and achieves a state of Body-Mind Unity. This DVD is the definitive resource for anyone seeking to master the 'Tiger' of the Wudang tradition, providing the tools necessary for both high-level martial performance and deep internal cultivation through persistent and scrupulous study.
The Wudang Taiyi Solo Broadsword (Taiyi Dan Dao) is a premier short weapon routine within the internal martial arts system of Mount Wudang. This instructional DVD is led by Master Xiao Anfa, an indoor student of the legendary 118-year-old Grandmaster Lu Zijian. Historically, the broadsword was known as the 'Tiger' of the Wushu arsenal, valued for its fierce, aggressive, and overwhelming power. In the Wudang Taiyi tradition, this ferocity is tempered by the principles of Internal Alchemy and 'Sectional Relaxation.' The routine is designed to express the momentum of a 'Violent Tiger running down the mountain,' combining raw power with the fluid agility characteristic of Taoist arts. Master Xiao’s teaching provides a direct link to the ancestral wisdom of the Wudang temples, ensuring that the Technical Routine is preserved with absolute martial integrity.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND BLADE METHODS
The Wudang Taiyi Broadsword is characterized by its 'Flexible and Changeable' nature. The Technical Routine incorporates a comprehensive set of blade methods: cutting (Xue), chopping (Pi), lifting (Liao), stabbing (Ci), intercepting (Jie), hanging (Gua), pushing (Tui), and moving along (Dai). A distinguishing feature of this style is the 'Machine-like Ingenuity' of its movements, which include complex maneuvers such as 'Wrapping the Neck,' 'Passing over the Head,' and 'Twisting the Wrist' while the blade encircles the body. Master Xiao demonstrates how these techniques create an impenetrable shield of steel while simultaneously preparing for a devastating counter-attack. The routine emphasizes 'Body-Weapon Integration,' where the broadsword moves in perfect harmony with the practitioner's steps and body methods.
BIOMECHANICAL ALIGNMENT AND INTERNAL POWER
The biomechanics of the Taiyi Broadsword require 'Relaxing the Whole Body' while maintaining 'Qi in the Dantian.' Master Xiao Anfa explains that the power for the heavy blade must be generated from the core and transmitted through the Python Waist. The training focuses on 'Rooting' and 'Grounding,' ensuring that the practitioner remains stable even during high-speed, high-impact maneuvers. The 'Silk Reeling' energy (Chan Si Jin) is used to wrap the blade around the body, utilizing centrifugal force to enhance the power of the chops and cuts. This process of Internal Alchemy transforms the physical body into a powerful engine for the broadsword, enhancing both martial efficacy and functional strength. The alignment of the spine and the coordination of the kinetic chain are presented as the primary sources of martial stability.
CULTIVATION AND MARTIAL MASTERY
This 118-minute instructional guide provides a detailed breakdown of the Technical Routine, focusing on the 'Form & Applications' of each stance. Master Xiao Anfa teaches the student how to 'Lead the Qi' to the blade's edge, ensuring that every strike is infused with internal pressure and focused intent (Yi). The routine is an unparalleled tool for developing focus, balance, and internal coordination. By practicing the Wudang Taiyi Solo Broadsword, the martial artist refines their spirit and achieves a state of Body-Mind Unity. This DVD is the definitive resource for anyone seeking to master the 'Tiger' of the Wudang tradition, providing the tools necessary for both high-level martial performance and deep internal cultivation through persistent and scrupulous study.
Master Xiao An‘fa
Xiao Anfa - Wudang Taiyi Style
Xiao Anfa (born 1939) is a highly respected master of the Wudang Taiyi system. He is known for his extensive background in both Southern Shaolin and Wudang internal arts, eventually becoming a prominent figure in the propagation of Taiyi-style Kung Fu through detailed instructional media.
Lineage and Background
Xiao Anfa's martial journey began with a deep exploration of Shaolin Southern Boxing. However, his path shifted significantly when he became the chosen disciple of the legendary Lu Zijian, a renowned Taoist Bagua master.
Key Lineage: Disciple of Lu Zijian and "sworn brother" to Guo Gaoyi (the former head of the Zixiao Palace at Mount Wudang).
Wudang Connection: His relationship with Guo Gaoyi allowed him to deeply integrate the authentic traditions of the Zixiao Palace into his personal practice.
Background: Born in 1939, he has spent over eight decades cultivating martial arts, blending the explosive power of his early training with the fluid internal mechanics of the Wudang tree.
Instructional Media and Resources
Xiao Anfa is widely recognized for his "encyclopedic" collection of instructional videos (covering over 11 DVDs in major collections). His materials are noted for their clear, concise instructions and for presenting forms that are both graceful and highly martial. Key subjects include:
Wudang Taiyi Five-Element Fist: A core internal form that emphasizes the Five Elements theory through movement.
Wudang Taiyi Sword & Straight Sword: Specialized sword sets that are considered the "emblem" of Wudang, focusing on precise control and striking rather than aesthetic rolling.
Taiyi Fan: A unique set featuring "Dragon-style" movements, explosive Fa Jin, and rare techniques like twirling the fan by both sides.
27-Posture Tai Chi: A condensed routine that demonstrates a blend of Yang-style fluidity and Wu-style stances, designed for health and internal management.
Core Technical Characteristics
Xiao Anfa’s Wudang Taiyi system is characterized by its compact, martial, and consistent nature:
Blended Mechanics: His style is often described as a mixture of Xingyi and Bagua, featuring the linear power of the former and the circularity of the latter.
Internal Hardness: While the sets appear essentially soft, they are never weak; they incorporate Chen-style like explosive Fa Jin within the context of fluid Taoist movement.
Structural Integrity: He emphasizes the "Four Handles" and the "Six Harmonies," ensuring that every movement is rooted in the waist and expressed through the extremities with clear martial intent.
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.
ID: DW199-03
TAGS: Wudang Taiyi Broadsword | Xiao Anfa | Lu Zijian | Taoist Saber
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