Tai chi
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Tai chi is a Chinese martial art initially created for combat and self-defense. For most practitioners, it has evolved into an exercise, a relaxation technique, and a sport. As an exercise and relaxat
Yang Chengfu (c. 1931) in Single Whip posture of Yang-style tai chi solo form
Painting in Chenjiagou, illustrating taolu according to the Chen style of tai chi
A pair of jian with their scabbards
Wushu jian pair event at the 10th All China games
Wu (Hao)-style tai chi
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Wu -style tai chi is one of the five primary styles of tai chi. It was created in the mid-nineteenth century by Wu Yuxiang, a member of a wealthy and influential family in Yongnian, Hebei, China. Wu t
Wu Yuxiang (left), founder, and Hao Weizhen (right), third-generation grandmaster of Wu (Hao)-style tai chi
Li Yiyu (李亦畬, 1832–1892)
Li Xuzhi (李逊之, 1882–1944)
Hao Shaoru (郝少如, 1907-1983)