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Tai Chi for Beginners: High Pat on Horse - Chen Style

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Learn High Pat on Horse, an elegant Chen Style posture that combines an upward striking motion with a rooted lower body.

Key Takeaways

  • High Pat on Horse develops upward energy with downward rooting
  • The name evokes the image of patting a horse while mounted

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Related Questions

What is the best tai chi style for beginners?

For most beginners, Yang Style is the most accessible entry point — its large, slow, open movements make it easier to learn basic principles without complex coordination. Chen Style offers a more traditional path with alternating slow and explosive movement. Sun Style provides compact, joint-friendly forms. The "best" style is the one you will practice consistently. See the full style comparison in the Tai Chi Styles for Beginners section on this page.

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