Author Biography

Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming started his Gongfu training at the age of 15 under the Shaolin White Crane Master Cheng, Gin Gsao. Dr. Yang became an expert in the White Crane style of Chinese martial arts. With the same master he also studied Qin Na, Tui Na and Dian Xue massages, and herbal treatment.At the age of 16, Dr. Yang began the study of Taijiquan under Master Kao, Tao. Dr. Yang's tai chi can be traced back to the Yang family through Master Kao's teacher Yue, Huanzhi, an indoor disciple of Yang, Chengfu.After learning from Master Kao, Dr. Yang continued his study and research of Taijiquan. Dr. Yang has mastered the Taiji barehand sequence, pushing hands, the two-man fighting sequence, Taiji sword, Taiji saber, and Taiji Qigong.Dr. Yang has been involved in Chinese Gongfu since 1961. During this time, he has spent 13 years learning Shaolin White Crane, Shaolin Long Fist, and Taijiquan. Dr. Yang has more than thirty years of instructional experience.

Table of Contents

ForewordPreface Chapter 1. General Introduction 1-1. Introduction1-2. Common Knowledge of Chinese Martial Arts1-3. General History of Taijiquan1-4. History of Yang Style Taijiquan1-5. Taijiquan and Health1-6. What is Taijiquan?1-7. Contents of Yang Style Taijiquan Practice1-8. How Do You Learn Taijiquan?1-9. Becoming a Proficient Taijiquan ArtistChapter 2. Qi, Qigong, and Taijiquan 2-1. Introduction2-2. Qi, Qigong, and Man2-3. Categories of Qigong2-4. Qigong Training Theory2-5. Qigong and TaijiquanChapter 3. Taijiquan Thirteen Postures (Eight Doors and Five Steppings) 3-1. Introduction3-2. Eight Doors3-3. Five SteppingsChapter 4. Traditional Yang Style Taijiquan 4-1. Introduction4-2. How to Practice Taijiquan Sequence4-3. Postures and Taijiquan4-4. Fundamental Eight Stances4-5. Taiji Qigong4-6. Traditional Yang Style TaijiquanChapter 5. ConclusionAppendix A. Names of Traditional Yang Style Taijiquan MovementsAppendix B. Translation and Glossary of Chinese TermsAppendix C. Taijiquan Classical Yang Style DVDIndexAbout the Author

Long Description

This book is an in-depth guide for learning Tai Chi Chuan. Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is a both a relaxed moving meditation and a sophisticated martial arts system. Unique to any other form of exercise, it trains the body (movement), the mind (meditation) and the spirit (confidence). Through practicing Tai Chi Chuan, you are able to calm down the mind, locate your spiritual center, and consequently find your entire being. From these relaxed moving exercise, you can bring your physical body into an ultimate level of relaxation and natural ease, resulting in smooth Qi (inner energy) and blood circulation. This is a key to maintaining health and recovering from sickness. This book is an in-depth guide to learn Tai Chi Chuan properly. It offers a general plan for practicing, and goes into great depth, presenting enough content for many years proper learning: You will learn: What Tai Chi Chuan is How to practice The history of Tai Chi Chuan Tai Chi Chuan postures About Qi, Qigong, and man Fundamental stances Categories of Qigong Warm-up and get loose exercises Tai Chi Qigong Qigong training theory Qigong and Tai Chi Chuan Tai Chi Chuan thirteen postures (eight doors and five stepping) The traditional Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan Long Form step-by-step

Description for Sales People

Tai Chi is one of the fastest growing health and fitness practices. There is more to Tai Chi than just "doing the moves". Proper Tai Chi practice requires understanding the big picture of Tai Chi. As a martial art, Tai Chi offers benefits far beyond health and fitness. This book offers these insights and so much more.

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