Beijing short form: the 24 steps (shi 式)
The Beijing 24-Step Short Form is not an ancient family form but a modern, standardised routine commissioned by the Chinese government in 1956 to promote physical fitness and cultural activities for the masses. A committee led by Li Tianji (李天骥) and other renowned tai chi masters such as Chen Zhaokui (陈照奎) – a representative of … Continue reading Beijing short form: the 24 steps (shi 式)