Frequently Asked Questions - Definitions


Wu chi

Wu chi- Horse stance

Sha' Chi

Sha' Chi- Sha' chi is the opposite of Sheng Chi. It literally means "killing breath". Sha' Chi can be either stagnant or destructive chi. Both are detrimental to health.

Sheng Chi

Sheng Chi- The simplest definition of Sheng chi is positive energy. However we can delve deaper into the meaning. Sheng Chi is the term used when energy is in balance. It literally means "cosmic breath" and is thought of as the life force. When chi is said to flow in a meandering healthy pattern is said to be Sheng Chi. It is the life force that causes growth. Sheng Chi's season is Spring and bamboo is typically used as it's symbol. This is because Sheng Chi is associated with positive growth. Sheng - Of high moral character, upright, upstanding, or valuing morals.Chi - energySheng Chi - Positive energy, to be balanced in one's energy.The term Sheng Chi is used in Feng Shui to represent a state of positive balance, all energies are in harmony. It is represented by the dragon's breath, or life energy.Sheng Chi is another term for lucky or prosperous chi. When chi is balanced and is flowing, then it is termed Sheng Chi. Sheng Chi brings openings, progress, satisfaction, fertility and so on i.e. the blessings of life.Sheng Chi is positive, vital, life bearing energy. Sheng Chi can be seen as the energy of spring, bringing growth to all it is around. Sheng Chi is like fresh meandering water. It is the true auspicious life force.

Sheng Chi Kung Fu

Sheng Chi Kung Fu- The name of our school. This is not to be confused with the name of our art, Shou' Shu' Kung Fu.