Videos - Sage Blue (Page 2)

Taiji Basics: Single-Hand Whip

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The Single-Hand Whip – 单鞭 (Dān Biān) is like a Taiji signature move; you can see it in any Taijiquan routine, and the freedom for personal interpretation is vast.

Sep 3, 2024

Taiji Basics: Brushing Over the Knee

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Brushing Over the Knee – 搂膝 (Lǒu Xī) is often seen in Taijiquan; it is about the efficiency of our physical structure and energy transmission.

Aug 29, 2024

Taiji Basics: Parting the Horse's Mane

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Parting the Horse's Mane – 马分鬃 (Mǎ Fēn Zhōng) is a classic movement in Taijiquan that intensely embodies the internal coordination of Yin and Yang.

Aug 28, 2024

Taiji Basics: Cloud Hands Backward

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Cloud Hands Backward, also known in Chinese as 後雲手 (Hòu Yún Shǒu), is the second basic movement students usually learn when beginning Taijiquan.

Aug 27, 2024

Taiji Basics: Cloud Hands Forward

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Cloud Hands Forward, also known in Chinese as 前雲手 (Qián Yún Shǒu), is the first basic movement students usually learn when beginning Taijiquan.

Aug 26, 2024

The Dragon Sword Tutorial - Long Hua Jian

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The Dragon Sword routine stands out due to its simple yet efficient movements, which complement the dedicated efforts of a Gong fu practitioner.

Jul 3, 2024

Wudang Sword Handling Basics

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Hold the sword with respect and intention. Feel its weight and balance, and let it shape your movements. Through practice, one will develop strength, agility, and precision.

Jun 10, 2024

Daoist Gong Fu Basic Fist Tutorial

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The Gong Fu Basic Fist, also known as Jīběnquán (基本拳), is the fundamental form of internal Daoist martial arts. This set of techniques includes all the essential positions and transitions to promote internal movement and relaxation.

Dec 22, 2023

Wudang Baguazhang Tutorial

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Bā Guà Zhǎng is believed to have been developed by 董海川 (Dǒng Hǎi Chuān) in the 清 (Qin) dynasty. During a travel to the southern side of the long river (江南), it is said that he acquired inspiration from Daoist ideas, and subsequently integrated his martial art experiences to construct the palm set.

Oct 10, 2023

Wudang Baduanjin Qigong Tutorial

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Wudang Baduanjin Qigong is a special form of the classic Eight Pieces of Brocade exercises, adapted to the spiritual and martial traditions of the Wudang Mountains, aiming to harmonize one's energy for better health and spiritual development.

Aug 30, 2023

Wudang Wuxing Qigong Tutorial

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Learn from the Chinese Mountains the Wudang Wuxing Qigong Routine, the Five Animals Qigong. Precise movements and detailed explanations for each of the animals.

Aug 27, 2023

Zhan Zhuang - Tutorial of a Daoist practise

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When practicing Zhan Zhuang, the circulatory system, particularly the heart's vessel system, undergoes significant enhancement. The practice results in the dilation of smaller capillary vessels, thus improving overall blood circulation.

Jul 9, 2023