Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan : A Comprehensive Guide to the Principles and Practice / Wong Kiew Kit.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Wong, Kiew Kit, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Tai chi.

Training.

Exercise.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (337 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

London : Tuttle Publishing, 2002.

Summary:

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. Chapters 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 MastersFundamental Hand Movements and FootworkThe Importance of Chi Kung in Tai Chi ChuanThe Poetry of Energy and MindTechniques and Skills of Pushing HandsSpecific Techniques for Combat SituationsCombat Sequences and TacticsMore Combat Sequences and TacticsEnriching Daily Life with Tai Chi ChuanWudang Tai Chi ChuanChen-Style Tai Chi ChuanYang-Style Tai Chi ChuanThe Wu Style of Wu Yu XiangThe Tai Chi Chuan of Wu Chuan YouSun-Style Tai Chi ChuanTai Chi Chuan WeaponsThe Philosophy of Tai Chi ChuanTaoism and Spiritual Development in Tai Chi Chuan

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9781462923533

1462923534

OCLC:

1334106088