Theseus Verlag, 2014. — 280 S. Die beeindruckende und spannende Lebensgeschichte eines Taiji-Meisters zwischen West und Ost, und wie er dabei zum Mann, zum Lehrer, zum Meister und schließlich zum Liebenden wird. Seine Entwicklung ist geprägt von Begegnungen mit dem Drachen: im Westen eine Gestalt, in der alle existenziellen Ängste der Menschen verbildlicht sind. Im östlichen...
Hungarian. - Lunarimpex., - 1994. - 79 p. — ISBN: 9630446901 E könyv, amelyet a Kedves Olvasó most a kezében tart, egy sorozat bevezető kötete, arról a témáról, amelyben Magyarországon eddig még könyv is alig jelent meg. Aki e könyvbe beleolvas, bizonyára hallott már Bodhidharmáról, a Shaolin kolostorról és a harcművészek történetéről. Sorozatunkban nem is kívánunk erre külön...
Berkeley: Blue Snake Books ., — 2009 . — 69 p . — ISBN: 978-1-58394-439-4 The essence of Tai Chi Chuan lies in the rich philosophy of ancient China . While most Tai Chi practitioners are aware of the value that studying Chinese philosophy can bring to their practice , it is often difficult to pick out those texts that are most relevant to Tai Chi and connected to its...
Aeon Books Ltd, Great Britain, 2017. — 145 p. — ISBN: 1904658989. This pictorial guide with supporting text is the first of its kind, illuminating the fundamentals of the arts of tai chi and qi gong through metaphor and visuals that are easy to understand. Beginning students will learn basic principles in a simple format, while experienced stylists will discover nuances that...
Blitz Design, 1998. — 212 p. — ISBN10: 0966024036. Includes fold-out chart of 99 form and combat applications, an interview with 100 year old Mrs Chen Pan Ling plus many new colour photos. Also Includes a new forward by Dr Ann Carruthers. Chen Pan-ling was a practical martial artist who had a background in not only Tai Chi (Yang & Wu), but also Hsing Yi and Bagua. The book not...
Www.gstaichi.org. — 5 p. What is Yin and Yang. Yin and Yang is an ancient Chinese philosophy. It is a study of complementary and opposite forces that exist in the universe. Everything that exists in the universe can be recognized by divided into the two categories of Yin and Yang. The sky is yang, the earth is yin. Day is yang, night is yin, Hot is yang and cold is yin. Male is...
YMAA Publication Center, 2021. — 303 p. — ISBN: 9781594397424. Numerous step-by-step experiments are provided for readers to experience and perfect these critical tai chi aspects. Contents include: The meaning and importance of releasing tension in the movement for stability, health, and spirituality. The differences between contractive and expansive strength include a...
YMAA Publication Center, 1998. — 226 p. — ISBN: 1886969647. How to Get the Most from Your Tai Chi Practice. The Tai Chi Book is a detailed guide for students who've learned a Tai Chi form and want to know more. It also introduces beginners to the principles behind great Tai Chi and answers common questions that all of us have. The Tai Chi Book shows you how to use Tai Chi to...
Harper Collins Publishers, 2002. — 382 p. — ISBN: 9780007379880. Tai Chi is a movement practice firmly rooted in Chinese culture and philosophy. The Complete Illustrated Guide to Tai Chi is a beautifully photographed, informative and practical guide to the life-enhancing practice of the short form of Tai Chi. Extensively researched and clearly explained this comprehensive guide...
Mia Conrad, 2014. — 40 p. — ISBN: 1518762239. This "Tai Chi" book contains proven steps and strategies on how to improve your Tai Chi practice through different methods. Tai Chi is an ancient form of martial arts that originated in China. It incorporates gentle movements that can improve circulation, strength and flexibility. Tai Chi is often referred to as meditation in...
London: Professional Book Supplies Ltd. Oxon, 1990. — 133 p. — ISBN: 1-874250-25-1. Food for Thought. For Newcomers to T'ai Chi. Names and Forms. A New Vocabulary of Terms. Words into Action. Eight Directions and Dynamic Spirals. Application to Combat. The Gulf between Theory and Practice. Tales and Legends. Moving without Stopping.
Edizioni del Faro ., — 2014 . — 84 p . — ISBN: 978-88-6537-929-5 Conoscere se stessi e valorizzare le proprie risorse per vivere meglio e in modo consapevole la propria vita quotidiana . A questo conduce il Tai Chi , antica arte marziale taoista proposta come percorso di crescita personale . Il presente manuale è dedicato sia a chi si avvicina per la prima volta al Tai Chi ,...
Barnes & Noble, 1994. — 67 p. — ISBN: 978-0760716397. Beginning T'ai Chi will give you the power to enrich your life both physically and spiritually. You'll be amazed at how this simplified method of a martial art form that is more than 800 years old can augment your sense of well-being, bring you inner peace and strength, and revitalize your energies.
Bucureşti: Apimondia., — 1994. — 220 p. — ISBN: 2-85-707-072 La origină, Artele marţiale au fost metode aproape ştiinţifice pentru mărire eficienţei în lupta cu mâna goală sau cu arme, deci activităţi dinamice, chiar violente. Cu timpul ele s-au transformat în metode de educaţie complexă. Artele marţiale chineze poartă denumirea generică Wushu. Ele au apărut de mii de ani, dar...
Rijeka: Karate Klub “Delta”., — 1999. — 121 p. — ISBN: 953-97636-0-6 Knjiga TAI CHI CHUAN-BOKS SJENKE njegovo je dakle treće djelo vezano za tu temu i nastavak je predhodne knjige tako da zaokružuje cjelinu vježbanja Chi kunga a u sklopu toga i Tai Chi Chuana. Cilj pisanja knjige bio je u prvom redu upoznati potencialnog vježbaèa sa svim onim prednostima koje pruža vježbanje...
Alpha Books Penguin Group,Inc., — 300 p. — ISBN: 978-1-61564-210-6. T'ai Chi - a martial art used for health, meditation, and self-defense-and QiGong - a large variety of physical and mental training methods based on Chinese philosophy-are widely recognized to heal physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. T'ai Chi has demonstrated its health benefits by being linked...
Jade Emperor Publishing, 2000. — 54 p. — ISBN: 097100031X. Silk Reeling exercises can be used as warm-ups to do Tai Chi. Known as "Chan Si Ching", translated as "Silk Reeling Spiraling Power". Most agree came from the Chen family village (China). Developed centuries ago with the intention: of improving internal chi & maintaining excellent health. A primary focus: conditioning...
A Livinglifestyle production, 2009. — 21 p. Tai Chi History Tai Chi: An Overview 10 Important Concepts of Tai Chi Ten Principles of Yang Style Tai Chi Tai Chi Precautions Tai Chi Used For Self Defense Tai Chi versus Stress About Tai Chi Techniques and Training Chen Style Tai Chi: An Overview Of Skill And Mastery
Energy Arts, Inc. — 38 p. (Publication details not specified). This tai chi secrets report is packed with useful information for those already practicing or who are starting tai chi. I’ve included tons valuable information I wish someone would’ve shared with me when I started to learn tai chi. When I started learning tai chi and qigong (‘chi gung’) many years ago, I was lucky...
Singing Dragon, 2010. — 220 p. — ISBN: 978-1848190245. This book grew out of a question one of the author's students asked. The answer proved to be longer than either teacher or student could have anticipated. As he looks at the complex art of 'Tai Chi', the author answers questions such as why, unlike in other martial arts, 'Tai Chi' has no gradings; how hard you should try;...
Moline, Illinois, United States. Published by Internal Fighting Arts, LLC .-2013 .-127c. Author Ken Gullette. Other Books and DVDs by Ken Gullette Introduction - Why You Don't Understand Silk-Reeling Energy 6 Skills You Need for Taiji, Xingyi, and Bagua Exercise 1 - Single Arm Reeling Exercise 2 - Single Arm Reeling with Stepping Exercise 3 - Double-Hand Reeling Exercise 4 -...
Yiheyuan Martial Arts, 2009. — 18 p. Who is this guide for? Why do people do Tai Chi? What is Tai Chi? Will Tai Chi be good for me? Who can do Tai Chi? How do I find a Tai Chi class? What type of class should I join? What should I wear? What happens in a Tai Chi class? What’s the best way to learn Tai Chi? How much attention will I get? What if I can’t do it? What if I can’t...
Yiheyuan Martial Arts, 2012. — 44 p. Who is this guide for? What’s in this guide? A word about styles. A word about Tai Chi as a fighting art. The Tai Chi Principles. Where are you now? Before you start. How to Stand Up. Shoulder check. How to sit down without bending your knees! Verticality check. How to walk forwards. Forward stance check. How to avoid chicken leg. How to...
3rd edition. — Tai Chi Foundation, 1989. — 233 p. — ISBN10: 0804813574; ISBN13: 978-0804813570. A complete study on taijiquan by Jou Tsung-Hwa. Contains description of the main faimily styles, history and other forms of taijiquan before Zhang Sanfeng. Contains also the philosophy of Dao, fundamentals of TJQ (inlcuding taiji qigong, zhanzhuang and meditation), as well as...
Meyer & Meyer 2017. — 474 p. — ISBN: 9783840375637. Das vorliegende Lehrbuch ″Tai Chi: Das komplette Trainingsbuch″ umfasst das gesamte Spektrum des Tai-Chi-Trainings. Es beginnt mit grundlegenden Chi-Gong-Atem- und Bewegungsübungen und stellt dann vier komplette Tai-Chi-Formen in verschiedenen Disziplinen vor. Darunter sind drei Formen in traditionell gestufter Weise aus dem...
Doubleday, 1974. — 174 p. — ISBN: 0-385-09370-5. The ancient Chinese art of relaxed and natural mental and physical exercise is presented through step-by-step photographs and instructions. The ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi explained. This work highlights the different ways Tai Chi can best be focused for optimal benefits: to improve health as exercise, connecting the mind and...
Tuttle Publishing, 2002. — 336 p. 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...
Paradigm Publications, 1989. — 180 p. — ISBN-13 978-0912111049. This is a beginners’ book, and in T’ai Chi we are all beginners. The theory and exercises in this book can be done by beginners and advanced, young and old, strong and weak. This book is for everyone who wants to learn T’ai Chi.
Touchstone, 1994. — 144 p. — ISBN-13 978-0671892470. Tone your body, relax your mind. Whatever your level of fitness, Step-by-Step Tai Chi offers a simple but effective program of exercise and stress reduction, based on the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi. In addition to learning the fundamentals of Tai Chi through his carefully designed four-level program, Master Lam Kam Chuen...
Grand Rapids: Dr. Gregory T. Lawton., — 2011. — 49 p. This book covers some of the basic aspects of the beautiful and remarkable martial art, exercise, and philosophy of Tai Chi Chuan. The following material is taken from a selected series of lectures on Tai Chi Chuan provided by Dr. Gregory T. Lawton at the Blue Heron Academy from 1980 to 2011
Boulder: Shambhala., — 2017. — 224 p. — ISBN: 9780834825437 According to Master Liao, the great power of T'ai Chi cannot be realized without knowing its inner meaning. T'ai Chi Classics presents the inner meaning and techniques of T'ai Chi movements through translations of three core classics of T'ai Chi, often considered the "T'ai Chi Bible." The texts are introduced by three...
North Atlantic Books, 1994. — 141 p. — ISBN: 1556431775. "The T'ai Chi Boxing Chronicle is a translation of the text left behind by the Orthodox Masters who developed this system of boxing. Throughout generations, five basic movements were developed, called the Bone Marrow Washing Exercises. These exercises helped the monks restore their health andwillpowerr. As the movements...
Translation by Paul Brennan. — Posted on March 30, 2018 by Paul Brennan. — 271 p. — (Published Jan, 1952). 凡例 General remarks on the use jf this book 一、本書分上下兩編，上編專述太極架式，為基本之學，下編專述推手，為技術之運用，兩編均將理論與架式並列。 – This book is divided into two parts. Part One focuses on describing the Taiji solo set, being the fundamental study. Part Two focuses on describing the pushing hands exercises,...
Tokyo , Rutland , Vermont , Singapore : Tuttle Publishing ., — 1966 . — 171 p . — ISBN: 978-1-4629-0158-6 T'ai - chi ( Tai Chi ) is an effortless and rhythmical art that stresses slow breathing , balanced and relaxed postures , and absolute calmness of mind . It requires no special equipment or place to practice , and takes no more than ten minutes a day . This book , from...
Published in: A Russian Scholar on the Philosophy Thoughts of Tai-chi // Journal of PLA Institute of Physical Education. - Guangzhou, China: Guangzhou Institute of Physical Education, 2009. - V. 28. - No. 4. - P. 29-30. A new kind of Olympic sport, Wushu, has entered the competition program of the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. This fact has considerably raised the attention of...
Independently published, 2019. — 182 p. — ISBN: 1098652479. I don’t know how to describe this book. If I say it’s ideal for beginners, I’ll be hit with incredulity: How can a book that teaches so many obscure yet specific, fully functional drills for generating the deepest experience of internal power, with the physical training process as well as energetic effects laid out in...
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2012. — 334 p. — ISBN-13: 978-1478260691. JUICE Radical Taiji Energetics describes the entire process of generating maximal internal power (qi) through the slow-motion martial art of Chinese Taijiquan (T'ai Chi Ch'uan). All aspects of the cultivation and deployment of Taiji's spirit energy are described in accessible terms. This book...
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2015. — 142 p. If your mind is not projected into your hands, even ten thousand techniques will be useless. - Tesshu Yamaoka (Bodyguard to the Meiji Emperor) Dozens of incredibly effective methods for streaming the internal power of "ki" to and through your arms and hands, for martial arts, healing, calligraphy, or any other purpose....
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2015. — 164 p. — ISBN-10: 1506119557. SURGE is packed with tricks and tips for turning Tai Chi into the engine of internal power mastery it was originally meant to be. While centered on the Zheng Manqing 37-Step Simplified Tai Chi method, the insights and practices for internal power development can be adapted to other methods. The...
Brasília, DF Edição do Autor 2009. — 195 p. — IBSN 978-85-909024-0-9. Dedicatória Apresentação Prefácio Introdução O começo, a mudança Manifestos Tai Chi & Chi Kung – Tai Chi Chuan – Chi Kung (Qi Gong) – Os benefícios Através dos tempos – Histórico – A teoria dos cinco elementos Até o dia mundial – Um encontro nos jardins – Woo e a Praça da Harmonia A Dança da Energia – Energia...
A Montague Book, 2000. — 79 p. For any martial art to stay great there must be some element of change built into its structure so that it is able to change as the general standard of fighting changes and improves. All of the great classical martial arts were founded in an era when all martial arts were still evolving and people simply used different methods of attack and...
Web version, 2009. Author: Erle Montaigue. — 99 c. Qigong Theory and Practice Taiji Long Form Basics of Push-Hands and Related Methods Advanced Concepts: The Four Levels of Taiji Form Applications and Self-Defense Move beyond the healing aspects of taiji and explore its martial side. You'll learn fast and explosive forms, as well as the slow-moving form that promotes the...
Dragon Door Publications, 1993. — 166 p. — (Chen Kung Series, Vol 1). — ISBN-13 978-0938045113. This is the first English translation of a work considered by the Chinese to be the bible of T'ai Chi Chuan containing the original writings from the Yang family secret journal and describing the rare T'ai Chi Chi Kung exercises. the two most exciting features of this book are the...
Valley Spirit Arts, 2011. — 120 p. — ISBN-13 978-1490345529. This book presents an in-depth analysis of Zhang Sanfeng’s Tai Ji Quan Treatise, the most important document of all Tai Ji Quan (T’ai Chi Ch’uan) classical literature. Olson’s commentary provides clear descriptions of each verse of the treatise and how it applies to actual Tai Ji practice. Zhang Sanfeng (Three Peaks...
Dragon Door Publications, 1995. — 194 p. — (Chen Kung Series, Volю 2). — ISBN-13 9780938045137. A fresh translation of a T'ai Chi classic is always a major event in the martial arts community. Based on the most profound and esoteric section of Chen Kung's this landmark work describes the 25 principal forms of energy that can be developed through the practice of T'ai Chi along...
Burbank: Multi-Media Books., — 1999. — 153 p. — ISBN: 1-892515-15-6 This book presents a complete overview of tai chi "push hands" or "sensing hands" techniques. Many of the techniques presented here have never before been revealed to the public. In fact, much of the tai chi community is not even aware that these techniques exist.
Ki Ways, Wake House, Bourne, UK. — Electronic edition 2014. Author: Ray Pawlett. — 53 c.1. Introduction and Training Tips 2. The Ten Essences a. Background b. Understanding the ten essences c. Essence number 1 - Lift the head to raise the spirit 3. Thoughts about the history of Tai Chi 4. Tai chi Warm-up Exercises 5. The Tai chi form a. Tai Chi footprints b. Wu chi c. Left Ward...
New York: Rosen Publishing, 2010. — 246 p. — ISBN: 978-1-4358-5360-7 Presents a general guide to the practice of Tai Chi for health and wellness , with additional information on the martial applications of the movements.
London: Optima., — 1990. — 114 p. — ISBN: 0-356-17220-1 T'ai chi chuan is becoming increasingly popular and, if you want to study, it is becoming easier to find a class, especially if you live in a town or city. There are a variety of styles to choose from and within each style a teacher will have his or her own individual approach, so that you will probably find that one class...
Taijijian taiji sword fencing., — 2017. — 79 p. L’épée chinoise On peut définir de manière générale une épée comme étant une arme blanche utilisée de taille ou d’estoc, avec une lame au moins aussi longue que le bras et une poignée courte. On trouve des traces archéologiques de l’utilisation d’épées dès l’Âge du Bronze, tant dans le monde occidental qu’en Chine. Depuis cette...
Presses Universitaires de France, 2012. — 128 p. — (Que sais-je ?) Le tai chi chuan (ou Taijiquan) est un art martial qui trouve ses fondements dans la philosophie chinoise et, en particulier, dans les notions de taiji, de dao, de yin et de yang. Réduire le Taijiquan à une pratique gymnique douce tout comme tenter de le rapprocher d’un sport de combat ne permet pas de rendre...
North Atlantic Books, 2003. — 224 p. This centuries-old harmonizing of movements resembles a dance in which the lead switches from partner to partner with every movement, requiring participants to enter into a bodily dialogue with each other. Each movement has a specified number of beats, which aids in the correct positioning of one’s body. The book is amply illustrated with...
Barcelona: Martinez Roca., — 1986. — 217 p. — ISBN: 84-270-1047-8 El Tai chi chuan esala vez un arte marcial, una vía de meditación y una gimnasia suave. Practicado originalmente en China, se extiende a pasos agigantados por todo el mundo. Este libro especialmente comprensible para occidentales, describe paso a paso cómo y cuando.
Meyer & Meyer Verlag ., — 2008 . — 156 p . — ISBN: 978-3-8403-2980-7 Das Buch Tai Chi Chuan führt systematisch und auf anschauliche Weise in das Tai Chi Chuan ein und gibt einen nachvollziehbaren Überblick über das Tai Chi Übungsgut . Es informiert über historische , kulturelle und philosophische Hintergründe und beschreibt die gesundheitlichen Aspekte des Tai Chi Chuan . Im...
Www.masterkaroltaichiacademy.com. — 3 p. Publication details not specified. «Del Playa Park is one of the more pleasant spots of Isla Vista, with Frisbees whizzing by and a football or two being passed around. Another familiar image is the presence of several intent practitioners of Tai Chi Chuan, with their concentrated expressions, graceful movements, and gliding bodies. Ever...
Tambuli Media, 2014. — 176 p. — ISBN: 978-0692250914. In this ground-breaking book, author Nigel Sutton presents the wisdom, skill, and experience of contemporary masters of Cheng Man Ching’s Taijiquan as practiced in Malaysia and Singapore. Included are full discussions on training, teaching, Taiji principles, weapons, push hands, sparring, challenge matches, mind-body-spirit...
Singing Dragon, 2009. — 128 p. — ISBN: 978-1848190221. The practice of Pushing Hands (Tui Shou) is generally thought of as a means of enhancing the practice of Taiji Quan, but it is also an independent practice in its right. Pushing Hands develops sensitivity to the body's internal state and can be used to help control emotions, the circulation of energy, and physical balance....
Www.jadedragontaichi.com. — 3 p. «The Chinese people have long held the belief that the universe is composed of two opposite forces called yin and yang. Ancient Chinese philosophers proposed that before the universe was formed there was wu chi. Wu chi means the void or complete emptiness. An empty circle represents wu chi then at some point there was movement, a beginning. This...
Translation by Paul Brennan. — Posted on December 25, 2017 by Paul Brennan. — 43 p. — (A Present from the Shanghai YMCA Taiji Boxing Club, Dec, 1929). 古人有云。老而不教。幼而不學。乃風俗之大不祥。旨哉言乎。夫積行成習。合各習尚以成風俗。風俗云者。人心世道之所表示於外者也。是故風俗浮薄。其民必趨邪侈。風俗淳厚。其民必敦...
Translation by Paul Brennan. — Posted on December 25, 2017 by Paul Brennan. — 43 p. — (A Present from the Shanghai YMCA Taiji Boxing Club, Dec, 1929). 古人有云。老而不教。幼而不學。乃風俗之大不祥。旨哉言乎。夫積行成習。合各習尚以成風俗。風俗云者。人心世道之所表示於外者也。是故風俗浮薄。其民必趨邪侈。風俗淳厚。其民必敦...
Translation by Paul Brennan. — Posted on January 29, 2018 by Paul Brennan. — 91 p. — (Published Feb, 1931). 一，是書以闡揚國術，溶化門派為主旨，其虛誕之說，盡皆删去，因編時倉卒，未遑校正，疎漏之虞，槪所難免，故定名曰，太極拳講義草本，擬從事審核，再為出版， – The purpose of this book is to promote martial arts and melt away bias between styles. All fantastical explanations have been left out. But because it was written in a hurry, there has been no...
Désiris, 2010. — 127 p. — ISBN: 978-2-915418-47-7. Le taï-chi-chuan est-il simplement une gymnastique d'origine chinoise bonne pour la santé, une pratique énergétique plus ou moins mystique ou un véritable art martial ? Et, dans ce dernier cas, le taï-chi-chuan permet-il d'acquérir et de développer des capacités gestuelles rapides et puissantes avec des mouvements lents et...
CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2017. — 429 p. — ISBN-13 978-1978071872. The intended purpose of this book is to enhance your understanding and appreciation of the Chinese martial art of taijiquan, of which there are five major family styles: Chen, Yang, Wu, Wh/Hao, and Sun. Although anyone interested in learning and practicing this profound and challenging art...
Translation by Paul Brennan. — Posted on June 30, 2017 by Paul Brennan. — 57 p. — (“Small Collection of Martial Arts Books” – 武術小叢書之一 From the Hunan Martial Arts Training Institute’s 湖南國術訓練所 Published 1932). 余曩撰拙著武術匯宗，內有太極泛論一則，曾於太極行功淵源，略事詮釋，第限於篇幅，未克舉 為臚列，誠屬耿耿，茲以習太極拳術者之多，而習嫡派太極拳術者之少，不揣識淺技疎，妄加評 隲，是葢太極均發源於張三丰祖師，而後人多加删削，遂致有新舊架之別，實則新架即源於舊架 ，特較舊架之身法高，手法簡，為易學耳，其行功旨則，固皆相同，余所圖釋者，即係張家老式...
Tai Chi Bali Mountain Retreat, 2010. — 168 p. Introduction to Tai Chi. Harmony with nature. Opening the heart. Chi. Yin and yang. Relaxation. Centered and grounded. Chi Kung. Tai Chi exercises. Tai Chi solo forms. Tai Chi for health training program. Tao Te Ching. Tai Chi Chuan classics. Stories and poems from living Tao.
YMAA Publication Center, 2015. — 144 p. — ISBN: 978-1594393334. This book has three goals: To motivate you choose tai chi as a way of improving your health and increasing your happiness for an entire lifetime. To enliven your practice with or without a formal teacher. To guide you to advance your tai chi practice from a mere act of 'doing' tai chi to a method of "tai chi as a...
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