Tai Chi Chuan

Author: Marshall Ho'o
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
ISBN: 9780897501095
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 116

Book Description
Black Belt Hall-of-Famer Marshall Ho'o explains the ancient Chinese art of exercise and moving meditation in a short form, with temple exercises, self-defense moves, sparring, and health benefits. Fully illustrated.

Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan

Author: Wen Zee
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
ISBN: 9781556433894
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 138

Book Description
Developed over many centuries, Tai Chi Chuan incorporates the principles of Taoist philosophy with the accumulated knowledge of the traditional martial arts. Wu Style is known as the "three-in-one exercise," invigorating the mind, the internal energy (qi), and the body. Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan describes the origin and philosophy of Tai Chi Chuan, and then details its multiple health benefits. Step-by-step instruction in the practice of the Tai Chi Chuan solo form is presented.

T'ai Chi Ch'uan

Author: Cheng Man-ch'ing á
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
ISBN: 9780913028858
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 164

Book Description
This is the original classic about Short Form, the most popular and widespread form of T'ai Chi in the West. T'ai Chi Ch'uan is a must-read for every serious T'ai Chi student. This book is not meant to "teach" T'ai Chi Ch'uan, but meant to expound upon its meaning to the earnest practitioner; to offer the layperson a glimpse into this ancient art; and to communicate the author's unique perceptions and experiences that only a lifetime of practice can cultivate. Taken in this context, this is a most valuable book.

The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan

Author: Kiew Kit, Wong
Publisher: Cosmos Internet (Publishing Division)
ISBN:
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 351

Book Description
Master the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi Chuan with this informative guide. One of the most popular Chinese martial arts, Tai Chi Chuan is also one of the most effective stress relievers available. In China it is also used extensively for the prevention and treatment of illnesses, and its beneficial effects for health and fitness are now widely recognized in the West. The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan is a comprehensive and fascinating guide to the practical application and potential benefits of Tai Chi Chuan. Packed with step-by-step illustrations for practice at home, this tai chi guide covers everything you would want to know about this ancient art, including its benefits for mental, spiritual and emotional development. This tai chi book is both an ideal introductory guide and an invaluable reminder for those who have already taken classes. Topics in The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan include: Tai Chi Chuan as a Martial ArtThe Concept of Yin-Yang and Tai Chi ChuanThe Historical Development of the Various StylesAdvice from the Great MastersTechniques and Skills of Pushing HandsSpecific Techniques for Combat SituationsTaoism and Spiritual Development in Tai Chi ChuanAnd many more

Beginner's Tai Chi Chuan

Author: Vincent Chu
Publisher: Unique Publications
ISBN: 9781892515179
Category : Physical fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Tai chi chuan is known at the Supreme Ultimate art - it at once embraces Taoist philosophy, is a holistic health exercise and is an effective self defense art. No wonder millions of people practice tai chi on a daily basis, making it the world's most popular health and self-defense system.

Complete Tai Chi Chuan

Author: Dan Docherty
Publisher: Crowood
ISBN: 1847979173
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 359

Book Description
Complete Tai Chi Chuan is the first book in English to deal extensively with the concepts of 'inside the door' training and the inner art, including therapeutic and martial aspects of Taoist internal alchemy. Drawing on original historical research, the author identifies the links between the art and Chinese philosophy. Fully illustrated throughout, the book includes: history, theory and philosophy, hand form, practical training, inside the door' training techniques, working with weapons and competition.

Tai Chi Chuan

Author: Douglas Lee
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
ISBN: 9780897500449
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 164

Book Description
Douglas Lee, a tai chi practitioner for more than 20 years, covers the history and philosophy of the art, general principles of movement, solo exercises, push-hands sparring, applications, tai chi weapons and more.

Body Mechanics of Tai Chi Chuan

Author: William C. C. Chen
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Martial arts
Languages : en
Pages : 128

Book Description

Tai Chi

Author: Paul Lam
Publisher: Tai Chi Productions
ISBN: 9780975061947
Category : Health and safety dvds
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Master teacher Paul Lam distills twenty-four popular forms into six to offer a tai chi workout for all students, including three qi gong exercises.

The Dao of Taijiquan

Author: Tsung Hwa Jou
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 9780804813570
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 260

Book Description
In The Dao of Taijiquan, the author, Jou, Tsung Hwa, himself bears witness to the ability of Tai-Chi to relieve the body of pent-up tension and rejuvenate the spirit in a thorough study of the techniques and classical texts of this ancient martial art. In order to create a serious textbook that explains the philosophy behind the movements of tai chi chuan, he read all available books in both English and Chinese before writing The Dao of Taijiquan. Now this book can be used as a college textbook for courses in tai chi (whether as a philosophy or in Sports Studies). Jou, Tsung Hwa is also the author of The Tao of Meditation: Way to Enlightenment, and The Tao of I Ching: Way to Divination, both from Tuttle Publishing.