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I-Liq Chuan (literally translated as Mental-Physical
Martial Art) is an art of cultivating consciousness based on Tai
Chi and Chan (Zen) principles of non-assertion, non-resistance,
harmony of yin and yang, oneness and the present moment. In the
universe all things are created by conditions and function through
the energy of yin and yang. The whole universe has yin and yang
energy. When yin and yang energy is balanced, they are harmonized.
Students are taught the art through philosophy and a series of exercises
in order to learn to recognize and discipline the inner energy flow
(Chi). Developing this art benefits the whole nervous and intrinsic
systems and brings total control, harmony and awareness to the mind
and body. By understanding the harmony (yin and yang) of the body,
recognizing the limits of the structure, the movement in each of
the three dimensional planes of cycles, the student transforms this
internal energy into internal power, accumulating Chi which propels
the appropriate natural body movements. I-Liq Chuan makes you aware
of your strength, its limits, and the best use of your strength
for self-defense.
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As a system of Kung Fu, I-Liq Chuan emphasizes the development of
internal power through mental attitude and awareness. The training
develops stic king and merging abilities, circular spiral energy,
Chin Na, F'a Jing, Chi Kung, and most importantly, integration of
the mind's complete awareness in the present moment –be it in daily
life or any situation. The “inner feel” is cultivated first, and
then the appropriate external movement is merely an expression of
the developed “inner feel”. Practitioners of I-Liq Chuan integrate
this art into their daily lives to maintain their awareness by not
hurting themselves or others. The awareness developed reveals the
nature of everything. Thus, the student understands cause and effect
in life and has the ability to maintain the “right understanding”
in all situations. Right mindfulness is the mental state of being
neutral, formless, and in the present. It is a state (Wu Chi) of
being emotionless and unattached to but being aware of the physical
world.
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Introduction 