Taijiquan is a Chinese internal martial art system dating back to about 300 years, founded by a former Ming general, Chen Wang-Ting. As exercise, Taijiquan promotes health and relaxation through a series of continuous, flowing movements while providing powerful tools for self defense.

Chen Xiao-Wang, Ren Guang-Yi's teacher, is a direct descendant of Chen Wang-Ting, and the 19th generation leader of the family style.