General overview of grades

Basic Mabu stance, Silk Reeling Chan Si Gong exercises, and introductory forms.

Oldest of all major Taijiquan styles originating from Chenjiagou village.

Mastery of Old Frame Laojia Yilu (83 postures), Tui Shou, & spiral energy.

Linking internal stillness with visible spiral physical energy.

Dynamic Cannon Fist Laojia Erlu, straight Chen Taiji Jian sword, & duels.

Explosive leaps, powerful strikes, and demonstration of Tai Chi combat roots.

Uncompromising close-range Fa Jin release, Chen big spear, & moving Tui Shou.

High level of combat maturity in the traditional Chen family system.

Awarding Sifu title. Instructing at Chenjiagou village and international branches.

Sifu = Teacher and certified guarantor of the Chen generation lineage.

Highest achievable rank. Living legend and supreme Chen family grandmaster.

Grandmaster = Direct guardian and bearer of founder Chen Wangting's legacy.