Movements are smaller and more "circular" within a tight space, focusing on moving from the body's center/core.
The feet remain parallel even in extended stances, whereas other styles often angle the back foot outward. Taijiquan : Wu style
While all Tai Chi is martially rooted, Wu style emphasizes close-range techniques like joint locks, pressure point leverage, and throws ( Shuai jiao ). Core Forms and Training Movements are smaller and more "circular" within a
The traditional curriculum of the Wu family system is comprehensive, ranging from slow health forms to faster martial sets: pressure point leverage
The Wu style is easily distinguished from other Tai Chi forms by several specific technical features: