Water Style w Helen Liang 1.0.3

This video lesson on Water Style Kung Fu, or Liu He Ba Fa, presents a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of this internal martial art, which offers a holistic approach to developing Qi, or energy, beyond the ordinary scope of practice. Available for streaming or download, the entire lesson is accessible with a single IAP, featuring Master Helen Liang as your guide.

Water Style is a significant progression in one's internal martial arts journey. This art form, akin to Tai Chi, has been revered for centuries for its health benefits. In this comprehensive follow-along video, Master Helen offers valuable insights into the 66-movement Water Style form, detailing the correct execution and the martial and energetic purposes of each movement.

Characterized by fluidity and smooth transitions, Water Style embodies the dynamic nature of water—shifting seamlessly between slow and rapid movements and between softness and firmness. The movements may evoke images of floating clouds and flowing streams, capturing both tranquility and vigor. Practitioners will learn to harness kinetic energy through proper alignment and channel intrinsic energy (Qi) into their motions, enhancing overall circulation and vitality.

• Walk-through of the Water Style form
• Step-by-step instruction
• Clear explanations of energetic principles

Water Style harmoniously combines the characteristics of Tai Chi's gentle strength, Xingyi's powerful strikes, and Bagua's fluid evasiveness. Mastering this form not only refines one’s mental acuity (Xin) and spirit (Yi) but also cultivates a deeper understanding of internal energy flows.

This practice is particularly beneficial for individuals who have some experience in other internal martial arts such as Tai Chi, Bagua, or Xingyi.

Similar to Tai Chi, Water Style promotes deep relaxation of both mind and body—an essential component for maintaining and enhancing health. When centered and calm, one’s natural healing abilities are optimized. Regular practice can yield improvements in strength, flexibility, bone density, and muscle mass. This low-impact exercise has been shown to alleviate symptoms of depression and insomnia while aiding in the recovery from chronic conditions. Engaging in this mind-body art serves as an effective method for stress relief, blood pressure reduction, and fostering a positive outlook on life.

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