Creator
The Chen Tai Chi 18 Form was created by Grandmaster Chen Zhenglei from Chenjiagou (Chen village in China)
Purpose
It serves as a simplified version of the traditional Chen Lao Jia Yi Lu 74 Form.
Elements
Despite its brevity, the 18-form sequence contains all the fundamental Chen-style Tai Chi movements.
Suitability
It is particularly suitable for beginners, as it is shorter and easier to follow.
Foundation
Learning the 18 Form provides a solid foundation for progressing to more complex forms.