The Dao of Taijiquan

The Dao of Taijiquan
Title The Dao of Taijiquan PDF eBook
Author Tsung Hwa Jou
Publisher Tuttle Publishing
Pages 260
Release 1989-12-15
Genre Religion
ISBN 9780804813570

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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.

The Complete Taiji Dao

The Complete Taiji Dao
Title The Complete Taiji Dao PDF eBook
Author Zhang Yun
Publisher Blue Snake Books
Pages 465
Release 2009-06-23
Genre Sports & Recreation
ISBN 1583942270

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The dao, a single-edged sword with a curved blade, is one of the most popular weapons in traditional Chinese martial arts. The art of Taiji Dao is a set of skills for using the dao, derived from the popular martial art Taijiquan. One of the most important aspects of Taijiquan practice is weapons training, eagerly pursued by students who have become adept in the basic skills of the art. The Complete Taiji Dao introduces the principles and practice of Taiji Dao and provides illustrated discussions of the history of Chinese swords. The book covers the history and features of the dao; the Taiji principles from which Taiji Dao practice derives; the basic skills and techniques of the art; detailed descriptions and photographs of the traditional Taiji Dao form; and Taiji Dao fighting principles and training methods. Broad in scope and detailed in its presentation of the principles and practice of Taiji Dao, The Complete Taiji Dao represents a significant contribution to the field of traditional Chinese weapons practice.

The Dao of Taijiquan

The Dao of Taijiquan
Title The Dao of Taijiquan PDF eBook
Author Tsung Hwa Jou
Publisher
Pages
Release 2017-07-13
Genre
ISBN 9780692034057

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In The Dao of Taijiquan, the author, the late Tai Chi Grand Master Jou, Tsung Hwa, bears witness to the ability of this ancient martial and healing art to strengthen the body, sharpen the mind, and rejuvenate the spirit. After recovering perfect health through its practice and before writing this book, he read, studied, and analyzed all of the available publications on the subject in both Chinese and English and taught it to several hundred college students. He then set out to publish what has been called "The Bible of Tai Chi Chuan" and a "must read" for those interested in understanding this stress-relieving, health-enhancing practice. In it he explains the philosophy behind the movements of Tai Chi Chuan. Now this book can be used as a college textbook for courses in Tai Chi, or as an invaluable guide for its study and practice for those at any level who desire to experience and enhance the proven physical, psychological, and spiritual benefits of this transcendent art.The Centennial Edition of his world-renowned book contains a 72-page Addendum of articles contributed by five of his former senior students with whom he shared the powerful and effective esoteric practices set forth in The Addendum over the course of his decades of teaching, 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 Tai Chi Foundation.

Chen Style Taijiquan

Chen Style Taijiquan
Title Chen Style Taijiquan PDF eBook
Author David Gaffney
Publisher North Atlantic Books
Pages 249
Release 2002
Genre Health & Fitness
ISBN 1556433778

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As Taijiquan has become increasingly popular, many people have inquired into its origins and development. Answers can be found in the Chen Style, the original method from Chen Village, Henan Province in the People's Republic of China. This book guides the reader through the historical development of the system, its philosophical roots, and through the intricacies of the various training methods of this unique form of Chiinese boxing. Legendary exploits of the Chen family are included to inspire today's practitioners.

Anatomy of Yang Family Tai Chi

Anatomy of Yang Family Tai Chi
Title Anatomy of Yang Family Tai Chi PDF eBook
Author Steffan De Graffenried
Publisher Nomentira Publishing
Pages 109
Release 2007-12-20
Genre Tai chi
ISBN 0979895626

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This important resource for both students and teachers exposes the true meaning behind the flowery, esoteric language of Tai Chi's classic Chinese texts, and offers concrete examples of the principles of Tai Chi in action.

Vital Breath of the Dao

Vital Breath of the Dao
Title Vital Breath of the Dao PDF eBook
Author Zhongxian Wu
Publisher Singing Dragon
Pages 258
Release 2012-11-08
Genre Philosophy
ISBN 0857011103

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Vital Breath of the Dao is a fully illustrated guide to the historical background, practical application, underlying principles and techniques of Qigong, a way of physical and spiritual cultivation, and a way of life. Chinese Shamanic Tiger Qigong is a uniquely potent practice designed to bolster health and deepen spiritual connection to universal energy. Lineage holder Master Zhongxian Wu uses story-telling and a wealth of practical examples to introduce this powerful 24-movement Qigong form, which combines the traditions of ancient shamanism, Confucianism, Daoism, classical Chinese medicine, and the martial arts. An excellent introduction for Qigong beginners, the book will also be of interest to experienced practitioners, students of classical Chinese Medicine and anyone interested in Classical Chinese culture and anthropology.

T'ai Chi According to the I Ching

T'ai Chi According to the I Ching
Title T'ai Chi According to the I Ching PDF eBook
Author Stuart Alve Olson
Publisher Inner Traditions / Bear & Co
Pages 244
Release 2001-11-05
Genre Health & Fitness
ISBN 9780892819447

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Provides a step-by-step photographic guide to each posture in the Before Heaven T'ai Chi form and illustrates the 64 postures of the After Heaven T'ai Chi form. Also includes discussion of the universal principals of the pratice of T'ai Chi and the philosophy of the I Ching.