The History and Origin of
Yang Style Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan)
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Yang Style Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan)
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So Lu Chan left his Master's village and some years later established himself in Beijing.
There he acquired a great reputation for his matchless skill and was never defeated, earning
himself the nickname of Yang Wu Di (Peerless Yang, Yang the invincible).In his travels, Lu Chan once visited the home of the Chang family in Beijing. A family of humble origin, the Changs had grown wealthy through their involvement with the coal mining industry. Consistent with their new-found social stature, they employed a number of Wu Shu teachers in their household as retainers, as well as a number of aspiring martial artists. Every evening, they would gather as a family, to practice their Wu Shu in preparation for competitions.
Living in Yong Nian at that time, was a Beijing noble named Wu. He was seeking Wu Shu teachers to instruct the Chang household and agreed to introduce Lu Chan to the Chang family.
Many of the Chang family retainers were well known Wu Shu teachers, mainly of big strong physique.
Lu Chan on the other hand was small and slightly built. His punny appearance caused the head
of the household to consider him disparagingly. Thus on arrival at the Chang family, Lu Chan
found himself relegated to an inferior position at the table to that of the other teachers.
(It was customary at that time, for a host to signify his respect for the status of his guest
by the position he accorded him at the table). During the course of the meal, the host asked
Lu Chan what kind of Wu Shu he trained in. To which Lu Chan replied: "My Wu Shu is neither
Monkey technique nor Shaolin technique. It is called Mien Chuan."
The host was not familiar with this type of boxing and he disparagingly asked if Lu Chan's
Mien Chuan could be applied in combat. Being honest and unassuming, Lu Chan chose to ignore the
obvious slight and responded: "The Mien Chuan I practice is not for fighting, however, should
it be required for fighting, it is far superior to an iron fist."Continue to page 4 ....
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