Yòu Pàn (右盼) means "Look Right" or "Attend to the Right."

• 右 (Yòu) = right

• 盼 (Pàn) = to look toward, to observe, to be aware of

• Together, You Pan means to look or be attentive to the right side, both visually and physically.

Concept in Tai Chi:

• Like Zuo Gu (Look Left), You Pan is not just turning your head — it involves:

  • Adjusting footwork and posture to respond to or control the right side.

  • Maintaining awareness of the whole body and all directions, especially side angles.

• It trains side-stepping, pivoting, shifting weight, and redirecting energy toward the right.

Martial Application:

• Used when the opponent’s energy or attack comes from the right side.

• Could involve:

  • Stepping out or pivoting right

  • Turning the waist and shifting weight to face the threat

  • Responding with techniques like elbow (Zhou) or pluck (Cai) from the right

• It ensures situational awareness in combat and teaches you not to fixate on just one direction