Blog by Adam Woolsey, Shifu

Tai Chi was created by Zhang Sanfeng, a Taoist monk, in the 12th century. It's said that Zhang observed a fight between a snake and a crane, which inspired him to develop a martial art based on the principles of balance and harmony.

While the legend of Zhang Sanfeng is widely popular, the historical ...

To practice Chinese martial arts or any other country's martial art, it is essential to read and understand that culture. When we talk about Xing Yi Quan, it is crucial to understand what it means. Xing means the shape or look of an object, while Yi refers to the essence or meaning of that object. T...