The Beijing 24 is the most widely practiced tai chi form in the world. It was developed for the Chinese Sports Commission in 1956 by 4 Masters. It is predominantly a Yang form, but has elements of Sun. The 24 postures were taken from the traditional ‘Long Form’, a sequence of 108 postures, whi...

Once you have mastered the first 7 postures of the Beijing 24, try this challenging drill, working to each of the 4 sides of the room. Changing points of reference when practicing is a good way to assess whether you truly know the sequence of movements.

Continue learning the Beijing 24, with postures 8 - 14. The sequence begins with Grasp Bird’s Tail (right side), then Single Whip, Cloud Hands, another Single Whip, High Pat on Horse, High Kick with Heel and Punch Tiger’s Ears.

Review the first 14 postures first, then learn the next posture after Punch Tiger's Ear, which requires turning to South East for our second High Kick with Heel. It requires good sense of direction and confidence to complete the movement.

A complex posture incorporating Golden Rooster Stands on One Leg to transition from one side to the next.

Nearing the end of the Beijing 24 are 2 beautiful postures - Jade Lady right and left (also known as Fair Lady Works the Shuttles) and Needle at Sea Bottom. These postures appear in other short forms as well. Needle at Sea Bottom is usually completed in a right cat stance, but it can also be pr...

This sequence of movements is specific to the Beijing 24 and includes Fan Through the Back, also known as Flash Arms followed by a 180 degree turn and punch, known as Turn, Deflect, Parry and Punch.

Learn the last few movements of the Beijing 24

Enjoy practising the Beijing 24 with Sifu Jenny. Once with verbal instructions and then enjoy completing the Beijing 24 with music.