Master Jou, Tsung-Hwa &#; Tai Chi Legacy
MARCHING TO THE BEAT
OF A DIFFERENT DRUMMER
There is no gauging the depth of gratitude we owe to Master Jou, Tsung-Hwa for the great gifts of wisdom and knowledge with which he was so generous during his long career. The knowledge he bestowed upon all who seek to train in the Chinese internal health and martial arts should be properly honored. He was a pivotal influence in promoting Taijiquan and other arts to the West. It is to that end that we dedicate this website in his honor.
-John P. Painter
A living legend in the Chinese internal martial arts world passed into the mist August 3, Master Jou, Tsung-Hwa or Master ‘Joe’ as most people called him was a beloved instructor and promoter of the Chinese internal arts. Master Joe, was cut from a different bolt of cloth than most Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan)1 teachers. He was the author of The Tao of Tai Chi Chuan, Tao of I-Ching, and Tao of Meditation all best-selling books still available today.
What garnered this quiet little man with a duck like walk a reputation as both a genius and a Taijiquan maverick was that he was not afraid to think for himself, to innovate and
Master Jou, Tsung-Hwa &#; Tai Chi Legacy
Over the years the Zhan San Feng Festival hosted a who’s who of the Chinese internal health and martial arts world. Instructors of Taijiquan, Baguazhang, Xingyiquan, Yiquan and many more disciplines came from around the world to teach, learn and share with the hundreds of students and teachers attending the event.
Here are a few of the people who taught and demonstrated at The Farm. There were many others of high skills who taught programs, workshops and retreats. Those listed here are those instructors who were best known to the producers of this website and who responded to our request for contributions. There were many more one can see in the accompanying videos from Shifu Bob Klein and Charles Pratt and Dr. Painter. We have listed those teachers featured below in alphabetical order.
Note: the title Shifu or Dr. is used for currently living teachers. The title Master is used for those who have passed into the void. For more information on the correct use of these titles see the Addendum titled A Note About Names And Titles In Chinese Martial Arts in the end notes of this website.
Master B.P. Chan
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The Biography of Jou Tsung Hwa &#; The Root of Internal Gardens’ Traditional Tai Chi Lineage
In the year of , China was going through a tumultuous transition. With the last emperor of the Manchu Dynasty ousted 6 years prior, China saw the end of its year old imperial system. In the following years, Japan would make demands for special privileges in a long term plan to gain influence in, and eventually take control of China. It was during this volatile time that Jou, Tsung Hwa was born. A weak, malnourished child, Jou was born in the rural town of Zhuji, in Zhejiang Province, China. His mother was in her 40&#;s when she gave birth, which was considered rare in that era. In spite of this, Jou, as he grew older, demonstrated a superior intellect. Because his father was a government official, Jou had access to the best institutions of learning, usually reserved for the “upper class” in China. Jou was able to nurture his natural talent in mathematics through his early childhood, leveraging his superior education. Soon after Jou graduated, he married and had children. With WWII on the horizon and China becoming more and more unstable, Jou was forced to uproot and move hi
Welcome Family & Friends to the
Master Jou, Tsung Hwa Tai Chi Memorial Park
Created in a setting of natural beauty and tranquility, dedicated
to a humble man of extraordinary Spirit & Accomplishment.
Here, we continue to share and explore Master Jou’s Principles,
Practices, & Philosophies in Taijiquan, Qigong, & Meditation…
to strengthen our bodies, sharpen our minds,
and elevate our Mission is to continue his traditions of…
Humility, Harmony, Good Humor, Compassion,
Friendship, Diligence, & Hard Work.
As you visit the Park and walk the scenic grounds, be mindful
of the Healing Energies of Nature that surround you.
While you enjoy the serene gardens, deep woods,
and meandering stream…quiet your mind and listen.
You will hear Master Jou in the gentle breeze
encouraging you to: Know yourself; Do your best,
don’t overdo; Nothing serious-a little smile;
Make a little progress every day; Good structure; Full spirit
We would like to thank the Viggiano Family: Jackie, Vico, Matt, Luke, Vance, and, of course Dr. Christopher & his students (with special thanks to Andy Cappuccio for his artwork) for their herculean efforts in transforming the
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