First, in Taiji Kung Fu Fan, there are mainly the following hand types:
1, palm down: This is one of the most basic hand shapes in Tai Ji Chuan and Taiji Kung Fu Fan, also called "sinking shoulders and elbows". Palm down, elbow slightly bent, by adjusting the strength of shoulders and chest, the arm has a certain sense of heaviness, which can better penetrate the strength of the whole body.
2. Palm up: This is a common hand shape in Taiji Kung Fu Fan, also known as "supporting heaven and regulating qi". Palm up, arms slightly raised, reflecting the temperament of "deep breathing" in Tai Ji Chuan. By raising your arms, your abdomen can breathe more smoothly and your body can absorb and release your breath better.
3. Fist-making: Fist-making is one of the commonly used hand types in Tai Ji Chuan and Taiji Kung Fu Fan, representing a compact and powerful force. In Taiji Kung Fu Fan, fists are often used to whip and hit the fan. At this time, you should pay attention to the tightness of your fist and keep your body relaxed.
Secondly, in Taiji Kung Fu Fan, the gait is similar to that of Tai Ji Chuan. There are mainly the following types:
1, Taiji Step: This is the most basic step in Tai Ji Chuan, and it is also commonly used in Taiji Kung Fu fans. The left and right feet move forward in turn, so that the body can maintain stability and overall balance through the transfer of the body and the rotation of the waist.
2. Virtual step: Virtual step is one of the footwork used to dodge in Tai Ji Chuan, and can also be used to express skills in Taiji Kung Fu Fan. By alternately moving the front and rear feet slightly, you can avoid the opponent's attack and bypass the opponent's attack, thus gaining the opportunity to attack and counterattack.
3. Walking: Among Tai Chi Kung Fu fans, walking is often used for performance and dance. Walking can better transfer the scene, improve the dance performance and increase the artistic effect of Taiji Kung Fu Fan.
Special hand shape and footwork performed in Taiji Kung Fu Fan
1, Fan Tiao: This is a basic skill in Tai Chi Kung Fu, which is commonly used in the shape of a hand with a fist clenched and palm up. Holding the fan high and then picking it down quickly can produce strong strength and visual effects.
2, fan turn: fan turn is a common fan skill in Tai Chi Kung Fu, you can use the palm down and palm up hand shape. When flapping, we need to pay attention to the coordination and balance of the body, and the arm needs to cooperate with the movement of the body to complete a natural and smooth flapping action.
3. Step-turning: Step-turning is a commonly used step type in Taiji Kung Fu Fan, which is used to realize body transfer and direction change. In the turning step, we need to pay attention to the stability and balance of the body, and complete a natural and smooth turning action through the rotation of the waist and the coordination of footsteps.
Taiji Kung Fu Fan is a school in Tai Ji Chuan. Its hand shape and gait are similar to those in Tai Ji Chuan, but there are some unique changes, mainly to better adapt to the use environment and skill performance of fan-shaped instruments. Mastering the hand shape and step shape of Taiji Kung Fu Fan is a necessary skill for Tai Ji Chuan fans and practitioners, which can help them to better show the skills and charm of Taiji Kung Fu Fan.