Taijiquan Framework

Choosing a style is largely a matter of personal preference, shaped by factors such as aesthetics, age, health, and self-defense considerations:
• Chen-Style is more dynamic and aggressive, often favored by younger practitioners.
• Yang-Style is gentle and flowing, making it popular among middle-aged and older practitioners, and often preferred by women.
• Wu-Style shares similar qualities and demographics to Yang-Style.

Reference: Chapter 9, “Styles of Taijiquan,” of “Mastering Taijiquan in the Modern Age.”