Weituo Offering the Pestle
A traditional opening form that establishes the tone of the sequence.
Discover a distinctive traditional Chinese movement practice through twelve memorable forms.
Reach for the stars. Pull as though drawing back nine oxen. Extend the Azure Dragon’s claw. Lower into the stance of a crouching tiger.
These are the movements that give this twelve-form practice its unmistakable character. Each form has its own personality, combining deliberate postures, expansion, turning, bending, and coordinated whole-body movement.
More than a sequence to watch, this is a practice to learn.
With one complete follow-along session and individual lessons for the preparation posture and all twelve forms, you can study each movement in detail before bringing the whole routine together.
Twelve distinctive forms. Step-by-step instruction. One complete practice to make your own.
What sets this practice apart is the variety of its movements. Rather than repeating one simple pattern, you move through a sequence of memorable forms with strong visual identity and traditional imagery.
Train through iconic movements such as Weituo Offering the Pestle, Pulling the Nine Oxen by the Tail, Azure Dragon Extending the Claw, and Crouching Tiger Pouncing.
Explore a sequence that integrates the arms, trunk, stance, and direction changes into one coherent practice.
Experience a routine shaped by traditional Chinese movement aesthetics rather than generic exercise repetition.
Study the preparation posture and each individual form, then return to the full follow-along session whenever you want.
Every form has its own shape, name, and movement character. The overview below introduces the complete sequence you’ll learn in this course.
These examples reveal the strong visual character and variety of the practice.
A traditional opening form that establishes the tone of the sequence.
A distinctive form combining upward extension and turning.
An expansive posture with expressive upper-body extension.
A lower, grounded form with strong stance emphasis.
A memorable reaching form with traditional imagery.
An animal-inspired posture featuring a more grounded action.
Everything is organized so you can learn the sequence without feeling overwhelmed.
A continuous demonstration helps you see the full routine. Individual tutorials help you study the details. This course brings both together in one structured learning experience.
23 minutes, 22 seconds
Practice the full sequence in one continuous session and feel how the twelve forms connect.
Preparation posture + 12 forms
Study each movement individually, then return to it whenever you want a refresher.
1 minute, 38 seconds
Review practical guidance before you begin.
Revisit the videos anytime and build your familiarity with the sequence at your own pace.
This course is designed for people who want to explore a structured traditional Chinese movement routine with clear, guided instruction.
Some forms involve lower stances, bending, turning, and balance. Always adapt the movements to your abilities and never force a position that causes pain or discomfort.
Yijinjing (易筋经), often translated as the Tendon-Changing Classic, is associated with traditional Chinese movement and cultivation practices.
Its memorable form names, deliberate postures, and distinctive movement shapes reflect a traditional way of training that values coordination, control, and whole-body integration.
Different versions of Yijinjing exist. This course focuses on the specific twelve-form Shaolin-style sequence demonstrated in the lessons, giving you a practical and visually distinctive routine to learn and revisit.
Master Haolin guides you through the complete sequence and demonstrates the preparation posture and each of the twelve forms.
The lessons provide a clear visual reference so you can study the movements, revisit the details, and gradually grow more familiar with the complete routine.
Learn at your own pace and return to the demonstrations whenever you need them.
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Your purchase also includes the Five-Organ Qigong Practice as a complimentary bonus course.
That means you receive both a structured twelve-form Yijinjing course and an additional traditional Qigong practice in one purchase.
Two courses. More practice variety. More value in one decision.
A full structured course, lifetime access, and a complimentary bonus course.
No. You can start with the preparation posture and move through the forms one by one before practicing the complete sequence.
The course includes fifteen videos with a combined runtime of 52 minutes and 13 seconds. The complete follow-along practice is 23 minutes and 22 seconds.
No special equipment is required. Wear comfortable clothing and choose a clear space where you can move safely.
It may be suitable if the movements can be performed comfortably. Some forms involve bending, lower stances, and balance, so always adapt the practice to your abilities.
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Learn the movements one by one, return to the tutorials whenever you need them, and bring the complete sequence together at your own pace.
Your course includes lifetime access and the complimentary Five-Organ Qigong Practice bonus.
This course is provided for traditional Chinese movement education and general wellness purposes. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and no specific health outcome is guaranteed. Practice within a comfortable range and avoid forcing movements. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before beginning if you have an injury or a medical condition that may affect physical activity.