TAIPING INSTITUTE OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MARTIAL ARTS
AS AT 09 MAY 2010 (R13.2010)
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Welcome to the Taiping Institute 【太平武馆】, dedicated to the practice, teaching, research, preservation and development the traditional chinese martial arts.
In this site we provide insights and resources for the study of Traditional Chinese Martial Arts 【传统武术】 （Kung Fu/Traditional Wushu). To learn more about the various martial arts, select the respective region of China on the map below:
One of the most popular branches of Chuojiao can be atested to one great Master Wu Binlou, who brought Chuojiao into the capital Bejing expounding its theories, contents & practices whilst promoting the style in the capital. Descended from the great Masters Wei Changyi and his disciple Wei Zhangkui, Chuojiao Fanziquan is complete martial art renowned and held in high regards.
"If you see an opening, do not strike, and if you see the opening, do not advance. The fist should not strike the false rising and also not strike the false lowering. When the hands rise, the feet must fall. When the feet fall, the hands must rise. The heart must move first and the Yi must defeat the opponent. The body will attack the opponent, and the stepping must be better than the opponent's " Outlining some essential principles for martial effectivness
In the south of Fujian Province is known for an abundance of martial arts practice. The Hung Men rebellious activities were centred here. Being close to Neighbouring Guangdong, the arts from here had a large impact on the Hakka and Canton styles. So what are the mysteries of Zhangzhou's martial arts schools? what do they practice? what is their history and lineages ? Learn more about its fascinating yet rarely popularized martial arts.
In Nan Pi County, Hebei Province the style of Tang Quan is well known. It is a large and complex system that includes very versatile and effective techniques. Seldom practiced outside of the area as previous masters were selective in their descendants, the style is gradually making its mark in the Zhong Yuan Martial arts world.
In this article, Tang Quan is introduced, including its history and development, contents and features as well as some videos. In addition we outline some of the secrets or principles of the style.
Wu Family boxing was developed by Master Wu Bida (1751-1812), who was originally from Fujian and latter moved to Hunan Province. Characterized by its Liu Zhou (6 Elbows) and Ba Quan (8 Fists), the style emphasises hand techniques and on the gate theories and coupled with both bridge work common to many of the southern styles, whilst also applying the gentle leading and disbalancing methods of more softer or internal styles.
During the Qing dynasty a movement by the Ming loyalists against the Qing government resulted in the formation of the Tian Di Hui (Heaven & Earth Society). It became a key group of resistance which supported many rebellious movements from its over 300 years of existence. The impact of the group on culutral traditions, martial arts & patriotic thought have impacted many until this day. Explore the society and its branches during those days and its descendants which inevitably became the Triads.
Uniqe art from Yan Shan and Nan Pi county in Hebei, its origin, contents and features are outlined. Since the Ming Dynasty, Piguaquan has been renowned for its hacking or chopping motions and extreme speed. Originally intended to suit fully armoured warriors with its open motions, the style has evolved into main branches: Nanpi Piguaquan made famous by Guo Changsheng and Yanshan Piguaquan as practiced by the Ma Family
+ BaFanMen, the mother boxing - outline of the relationship of Xing Yi Quan, Eagle's Claw and Duan Da to Ba Fan Men (also known as Ba Fan Zi Quan and Ba Shan Fan)
+ An introduction to Chinese Martial Arts- this site is usually appreciated by advanced practitioners, in this article aimed at beginners and understanding the terminology used in chinese martial arts
+Xingyi's Yuan Yang Tui, a set based on Chuojiao and taught by the famous Bu Xuekuan. The whole set is shown including video.
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"Wen Family Teaching Method" (Wen Jia Jiaoyu Shu) - In Chinese, key parts of this important Ming Dynasty classic which is a part of Chuojiao's heritage.
+ Lungying Kuen (Dragon Style) is the specialized southern boxing from the Lum Family. With powerful blows, agile stepping and practical methods it is no wonder Master Lum Yiu Gwai was known as the Tiger from East River.
+ Shaolin is the most known of Chinese martial arts - our introduction provides a concise outline of the history, contents and representatives styles of Shaolin.
+ Bak Mei Kuen (White Eyebrow) is the lethal system from Master Cheung Lai Chuen, here you will find insights into its history, development and the key branches of the style.
+ Hung Gar Kuen is one of the most famous martial arts in the world, made famous by Shaw Brothers and the Wong Feihong stories, This Southern Shaolin 5 Animals system has interesting origins yet formidable boxing skills. More information found here.
+ Ying Men Quan also known as Yue Jia Quan is one of the most powerful martial arts in Jiang Xi. Descended from the ancestors of General Yue Fei, learn about it here.
+ Bajiquan content has now been uploaded which includes information about its history, key branches, features and content.
Erlangquan is one of the traditional martial arts from Hebei Province. Here the Spring Autumn Long Handle Broadsword is performed.
Erlang Shen is a mythical god in Chinese Folklore, known for helping to regulate the great floods and as the nephew of the Jade Emperor. He carries a Trident Spear, a bow, and has a faithful Dog as a companion. In a martial sense,
Erlang also referred to two young gents, potraying that this skillset was originally only practiced as a 2 man combat set. Latter practitioners isolated the movements and developed the single set as well. Erlangquan's 8 sections of Changquan are based on the Bagua (Trigrams) of Heaven, Lake, Fire, Thunder, Wind, Water, Moutain and Earth. There are also many traditional Weapons practiced.
Singapore continues to be the new or second home for many Chinese Martial Arts Masters. Ms. Ge Chun Yan is no exception, both a famous wushu champion with 8 gold medals, 5 times national Ba Gua Zhang Champion and a member of the prestigous Beijing Wushu Team.
Since 2004, Ms Ge Chun Yan is the head of the Ba Fang Wushu Training Centre, which teaches on the East Coast of Singapore. The Centre also conducts classes in Chen Style Taiijquan and Wushu.
Ms. Ge Chun Yan is a disciples of the Baguazhang Master Sun Zhiyun, teaching the complete curriculum of Cheng Style Baguazhang. Also a disciple of Feng Zhiqiang (disciple of Chen Fake), in the art of Chen Style Taijiquan.
If you are an exponent of Baguazhang or are interested in either Cheng Style Baguazhang we urge not to miss Ms. Ge Chun Yan's Classes. More info found here
