| Second, it is interesting to note the high
degree of spiraling that permeates the Xiao Jia style. Chen Peishan went so far as to show certain Taiji movements as typically performed to demonstrate the common lack of spiraling, which he indicated was incorrect in his view. He would then show how the same movement could (and should) be done with explicit spiraling throughout the entire body ("one part moves, every part moves"). Obviously, one might train or demonstrate with more explicit spiraling, that one might conceal for actual usage. |
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| Third, the Xiao Jia training approach is
apparently to master basic movement of the Yi Lu form first, with extensive "body molding" by the teacher as the first level (which may take about a year, plus or minus). This is both to master the rough choreography and to ensure that the basic body requirements are inculcated. Neijin training, i.e., more explicit silk reeling training, comprises the second level of training of the form, with Fajin training incorporated at the third level. Fourth, Chen Peishan is a stickler for basics. He drilled participants repeatedly on basic stepping training (and other fundamentals), and had a penchant for breaking down movements into component training exercises. Bottom line, I highly recommend checking out Chen Peishan next time he returns to the US, or catching him in France or Germany when he visits those locations. Later, Michael Jones SIX HARMONIES PRESS publisher of the INTERNAL MARTIAL ARTS journal www.sixharmonies.org |
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