#12 Intermediate level 2 continued Cannon fist with Niall O Floinn

The Pao Chui ( cannon fist Yang energy form, also known as the Lao jia er lu (Old frame second routine) uses the techniques Pluck, Split, Elbow and Lean as the primary energies supported by Peng, Lu, Ji, An and is the opposite of the Lao jia first routine (Yin energy form) in that it is 70% hard and fast and 30% slow and soft. It greatly develops stamina and begins to improve explosive strength. After it has been trained well and students show they have loosened their bodies sufficiently they can learn some basic push hands applications in Intermediate level 3 training. For more info on personal coaching, teacher mentoring, national and international seminars contact Chen Tai Chi Ireland on Facebook or through www.chentaichiireland.com   / chentaichigalway