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VIDEOS
Yang Style Introduction
By Philip Good of Good Chi Studio
An introduction to the Traditional Yang form. Includes instruction in the first set of the form as taught by Yang Zhen Zuo, 4th generation Yang family member, basic principles, footwork and postures. Unique video format includes mirrored "Picture-in-Picture" view for class-like learning.
Yang Style Short Form
By Philip Good of Good Chi Studio
An easy to learn short form in the Yang Style which is performed on "both sides", for easy repetition. Includes basic principles, footwork and postures. Unique video format includes mirrored "Picture-in-Picture" view for class-like learning. Ideal video for someone who wants to learn a short yet complete Tai Chi form.
Chen Style Taijiquan
By Chen ZhengLei
Traditional Chen Style Taiji Old Frame and Weapons by the 19th generation descendant and successor of the Chen family. Includes:
- Old Frame First Routine
- Old Frame Second Routine
- Chen Style Taiji Sword
- Chen Style Taiji Broadsword
- Chen Style Essence 18 Postures (Great as an intro to the Chen Style!!)
- Chen Style Push Hands
Price: $59.95
The Five Masters of Taijiquan
By Chen ZhengLei, Yang ZhenJi, Hao HuaiMu, Li ZiLi, Christopher Pei and Li Jing.
Unique video containing the five styles of Taijiquan, demonstrated by some of the world's great masters:
- Chen Style Taijiquan by Grand Master Chen ZhengLei.
- Yang Style Taijiquan by Grand Master Yang ZhenJi.
- Sun Style Taijiquan by Master Li ZiLi.
- Chen Style Sword by Grand Master Chen ZhengLei.
- Wu Style Taijiquan by Master Hao HuaiMu.
- Wu Style Taijiquan by Master Li ZiLi.
- Chen STyle Saber by Grand Master Chen ZhengLei.
- Yang Style Sword by Master Christopher Pei.
- International Combined by Master Li Jing
- Group Taijiquan by USWA Taiji Demonstration Team
Price: $59.95
BOOKS
The Tao of Tai-Chi Chuan: Way to Rejuvenation
by Jou, Tsun Hwa
The Classic Reference Book by the Senior Statesman of T'ai Chi. A Must Have for the T'ai Chi Library! Includes:
- A History of T'a Chi
- Pictures of the Forms of the Major Styles
- Philosophy:
- Yin-Yang
- Five Elements
- Eight Trigrams
- I-Ching
- Philosophy of T'ai Chi
- Chi Kung Exercises
- T'ai Chi Classics
- Push Hands
Price: $19.95 $17.95
T'ai Chi Classics
by Waysun Liao
New translations of three essential texts of T'ai Chi Ch'uan with commentary and practical instruction.
The great power of T'ai Chi cannot be realized without knowing its inner meaning, according to Master Liao. T'ai Chi Classics presents the inner meaning and techniques of T'ai Chi movements through new translations of the three core classics of T'ai Chi, often called the "T'ai Chi Bible." The texts are introduced by three chapters explaining how to increase inner energy power outward to repel an opponent without physical contact. Master Liao also provides a description of the entire sequence of T'ai Chi movements, illustrated by his own line drawings.
Includes:
- History of T'ai Chi
- Meditation and Ch'i moving practices.
- Internal energy
- Developing and Transferring Internal Power
One of the best references for the Classics. Includes the quotes from the classics as well as a good description and interpretation. -Philip Good
Price: $14.95
The T'ai Chi Boxing Chronicle
Compiled and explained by Kuo Lien-Ying
The T'ai Chi Boxing Chronicle is a translation of the text left behind by the Orthodox Masters who developed this system of boxing. It was assembled with the commentary by Kuo Line-Ying many decades ago.
The history of this martial art indicates that during the Chou dynasty (1027 b.c. - 221 b.c.) Buddhist monks spent their time only in thought, becoming lethargic. It was decided that physical exercise should be introduced into the daily regimen of the monks. Over a period of generations, five basic movements ewre developed, called the Bone Marrow Washing Exercises. These exercises helped the monks restore their health and willpower. During th later Chou period the I Ching was written. The monks incorporated the philosophy of the I Ching into the movements, evolving over the centuries a profound boxing system that encompasses Heaven and Earth.
As the movements were passed down from generation to generation, the meaning behind the movements of T'ai Chi was almost completely lost. Due to the integrity of Kuo Lien-Ying, this information is presented without modification or alteration. This book contains a clear explanation of the physical laws of the art of T'ai Chi that hold true wherever it is practiced.
The person who studies the information contained in this book will have the tools to achieve the highest level of mastery and skill to be obtained through the practice of T'ai Chi Ch'uan.
Includes:
- Yin-Yang theory
- T'ai Chi Push Hands
- The Energy of the Eight Gates and the Five Steps
- T'ai Chi Application
Price: $14.95
T'ai Chi Ch'uan Ta Wen: Questions and Answers on T'ai Chi Ch'uan
by Chen Wei-Ming, translated by Benjamin Pang Jeng Lo and Robert W. Smith
This book was written sixty years ago by Professor Ch'en Wei-ming, who was a famous exponent of the Yang Style and a student of the great master Yang Cheng-fu. In 1927 he established the Chih Jou School in Shanghai where he taught many students. At the same time he saw how popular T'ai Chi Ch'uan was becoming and he was concerned that if it became a fad it would lose its original spirit. In the process of its being spread, its principles would be forgotten or mixed with other forms, thus leading to a loss of an important part of its essence. Therefore, this book is based only on what Professor Ch'en heard in his teacher's classes. The questions are his own personal questions.
Includes:
- Commentary on History and the Correction of Legend
- Taichi Form
- Taichi Push Hands
- Taichi Fighting Techniques
- Chin (internal force) of Taichi
- Relation of Taichi to Tao-yin and Meditation
A gem of a book. Short, sweet and to the point. One of the best books at expressing the mystery and feel of T'ai Chi.
-PGG
Price: $7.95
T'ai-chi Touchstones: Yang Family Secret Transmissions
Compiled and translated by Douglas Wile
Three generations of Yang Family masters lifted the art of T'ai-chi ch'uan from a closed courtyard in Honan Province to the status of a national treasure and made of it, like India's Yoga, a gift to the world. Yang Lu-ch'an in the nineteenth century, followed by his sons and their sons, have given T'ai-chi ch'uan the theoretical and practical standard which still defines and shapes the art for a majority of practitioners today. This book draws together the written and photographic record of their teachings, a legacy spanning more than fifty years of published material. The contents include oral instructions, mnemonic verses and training songs, commentaries to the T'ai-chi Classics, essays, autobiography, and family legends, much of which has not been previously translated.
Includes:
- A "Discussion of Practice" and "Ten Important Points" by Yang Ch'eng-Fu
- "Exposition of Oral Transmissions" by Chen Man-ch'ing
- Yang Family Manuscripts (including pictures of Yang Cheng-Fu)
- Self Defense Applications by Yang Cheng-Fu
Price: $12.95
Try these books and videos available at Amazon.com:
(don't forget to come back to our page and relink to Amazon.com for other books on our list!)
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Qigong:
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Beginning Qigong : Chinese Secrets for Health and Longevity
by Steven Kuei |
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Chinese Fitness : A Mind/Body Approach : Qigong for Healthy & Joyful Living
by Ching-Shan Liu, Qingshan Liu, Andrew Murray |
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The Practice of Qigong : Meditation & Healing
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by Ken Cohen
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