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Chen Man-ying

Chen Man-ying was a renowned Taiwanese martial artist and Tai Chi master, born in 1905. She was a leading figure in the Yang-style Tai Chi tradition, distinguished for her skill, grace, and dedication to teaching. Chen contributed to the preservation and promotion of Tai Chi, emphasizing its health benefits, philosophical principles, and martial applications. She was also known for her efforts to popularize Tai Chi internationally and to pass down authentic techniques to students of all ages. Her work helped elevate Tai Chi as a respected mind-body practice and martial art worldwide.