The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan
A Comprehensive Guide to the Principles and Practice
Published on 15. November 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
336 pages
978-0-8048-3440-7 (ISBN)
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 on 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.
This tai chi guide is packed with step-by-step illustrations for practice at home and covers everything you would want to know about this ancient art, including its benefits for mental, spiritual and emotional development. It 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 Art
The Concept of Yin-Yang and Tai Chi Chuan
The Historical Development of the Various Styles
Advice from the Great Masters
Techniques and Skills of Pushing Hands
Specific Techniques for Combat Situations
Taoism and Spiritual Development in Tai Chi Chuan
And much more
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 on 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.
This tai chi guide is packed with step-by-step illustrations for practice at home and covers everything you would want to know about this ancient art, including its benefits for mental, spiritual and emotional development. It 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 Art
The Concept of Yin-Yang and Tai Chi Chuan
The Historical Development of the Various Styles
Advice from the Great Masters
Techniques and Skills of Pushing Hands
Specific Techniques for Combat Situations
Taoism and Spiritual Development in Tai Chi Chuan
And much more
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Boston
United States
Illustrations
line drawings throughout
Dimensions
Height: 236 mm
Width: 151 mm
Thickness: 22 mm
Weight
415 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8048-3440-7 (9780804834407)
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07/2022
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Person
Wong Kiew Kit has practiced and taught Shaolin kung fu, chi kung, and meditation for more than 30 years and has over 2,000 students. He is the fourth generation successor of Monk Jiang Nan of the Shaolin Monastery and Grandmaster of Shaolin Wahnam Kung Fu and Chi Kung Institute. He is the author of many books on Eastern wisdom.