“Actual attack is hidden within fake attack, movements are within stillness.”
Ziran Men, or Nature Boxing, was created by Dwarf Xu in the late years of Qing Dynasty. It is based on ancient Taoist Philosophy,
Traditional Chinese Medical Theory, and the philosophy of One and Zero. Ziran Men combines physical training, Qigong, meditation,
and self-defense techniques.
Practitioners of Ziran Men do not pursue tricks nor do they emphasize mastery of unique skills. They pay attention to tempering the mind,
spirit, and airflows inside the body and to the good application of eyesight, fist plays, footwork, and movement of body. A Ziran Men
fighter can attack with any part of his or her body depending on the situation.
The practice of Ziran Men’s combative basics includes the practice of correct breathing. The mind guides the flow of air inside their
bodies and when the mind reaches a certain point so does the air flow, and when the mind stops so do the movements. All movements
follow the natural feeling and thinking.
Ziran Men is practiced mostly in Fujian and Hunan provinces of China. Daily practice of Ziran Men enhances the spirit of the mind,
regulates the circulation of chi, and develops physical sensitivity. A Ziran Men practitioner believes that when the body is in harmony,
you will live a long and healthy life.
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