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A Journey Through the Jins

Part 1 of 11 · Article Series A Journey Through the Jins This article is part of our 11-part series on the Jins in the Internal Arts. You can start from the beginning or jump to any part using the links below. New links will be added as they are published. Introduction Ward Off Making Contact Listening and Interpreting Roll…

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The Correct Biomechanical Use of the Feet & Knees | Part 4: Weight Distribution

This article was first published in the Tai Chi Internal Arts Union issue 11 published in 1999. We are sharing it here as part of our From the TCIA Magazine Archive series. The original text is presented in full, exactly as it appeared, to preserve the author’s insights. This piece is being published in four parts: Part 1 –  Foot…

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The Correct Biomechanical Use of the Feet & Knees | Part 3: Knee Alignment

This article was first published in the Tai Chi Internal Arts Union issue 11 published in 1999. We are sharing it here as part of our From the TCIA Magazine Archive series. The original text is presented in full, exactly as it appeared, to preserve the author’s insights. This piece is being published in four parts: Part 1 –  Foot…

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The Correct Biomechanical Use of the Feet & Knees | Part 2: Foot Position

This article was first published in the Tai Chi Internal Arts Union issue 11 published in 1999. We are sharing it here as part of our From the TCIA Magazine Archive series. The original text is presented in full, exactly as it appeared, to preserve the author’s insights. This piece is being published in four parts: Part 1 –  Foot…

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The Correct Biomechanical Use of the Feet & Knees | Part 1: Foot Posture

This article was first published in the Tai Chi Internal Arts Union issue 11 published in 1999. We are sharing it here as part of our From the TCIA Magazine Archive series. The original text is presented in full, exactly as it appeared, to preserve the author’s insights. This piece is being published in four parts: Part 1 –  Foot…

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Are Tai Chi Swords Legal in the UK? What Ronan’s Law Means for Internal Arts Practitioners

From 1 August 2025, new legislation known as Ronan’s Law will come into force in the UK, introducing stricter controls on certain types of bladed weapons. This builds on existing legislation that already governs offensive weapons in public places. The news about these changes has caused some members of the Tai Chi and internal arts community to question their obligations…

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