At present there are 5 recognized styles.
All of them share certain common features when practiced.
Nowadays it has become popular worldwide as a discipline that exercises the physical body in a healthy manner, but thanks to deep breathing and the concentration required it has proved to influence the mind of the practitioners. Its goals go beyond the martial activity providing many health benefits.
The practice of this discipline must abide by certain principles and provisions.
Frequently asked questions in Taijiquan practice. (F A Q )