Chen Style is where it all began. As the oldest form of Tai Chi, it carries the martial roots and explosive energy that later styles softened and adapted. If you’ve ever wondered what Tai Chi looked like before it became the slow, graceful practice most people recognise today, Chen Style offers a fascinating window into the art’s original character. The Origins of Chen Style The story of Chen Style Tai Chi begins in Chen Village (Chenjiagou) in Henan Province, China, during the 17th century. The style is attributed to Chen Wangting, a retired military officer who synthesised his martial arts knowledge with principles from Traditional Chinese Medicine, Taoist philosophy, and…