The History and Origin of
Yang Style Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan)
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There lived in Yong Nian a noble named Wu, who was related to Master Chen Chang Xing and himself
was a Wu Shu expert. On hearing of Lu Chan's return, he challenged him to a competition, from
which Lu Chan emerged undefeated.Yang Style Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan)
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After some 10 years of study, Lu Chan's Wu Shu was exceptional. However, he had still not acquired
a deep understanding or appreciation of Tai Chi Chuan's intricate techniques. Thus he was prompted
to return for a third time to Chen Jia Gou.At that time, it was common practice among Wu Shu masters, not to pass every aspect of their skill to their tuti. Master Chen was no exception.
However, Lu Chan's humility and earnest respect moved his Master deeply. Chang Xing gathered his clan together and announced: "Lu Chan has been a tuti for over 10 years. He has journeyed to Chen Jia Gou on three separate occasions. His spirit and determination in perfecting his Wu Shu are traits not easily found among all of us. As I am getting on in years, I cannot allow my Wu Shu to be lost. I have decided to hand this art and technique to Lu Chan for posterity."
Following his announcement, Master Chen was still plagued by doubt as to the future of his
knowledge and he decided to test Lu Chan's integrity for the last time. He did this by
distancing himself from Lu Chan. His ploy had no effect and Lu Chan continued to devote
his his efforts towards the perfection of his Wu Shu technique. Often when they met,
Chang Xing would pretend to be drunk, lying on his bed or just ignoring Lu Chan totally.Lu Chan remained unperturbed and never uttered an ill word about his Master. Eventually, Master Chen was totally convinced of Lu Chan's integrity and he transmitted the entire essence and secret of his Wu Shu to him.
Three years later, Master Chen had completed his task and he told Lu Chan, "You may go now as you have mastered Tai Chi Chuan to distinction. You can now say that no-one compares with you."
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