Beginning T'Ai Chi - Brossura

Dang, Tri Thong

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ISBN 10: 0804820015 ISBN 13: 9780804820011

Casa editrice: Tuttle Pub, 1994

Riassunto

A perfect introduction to Tai Chi for beginners!

More than a martial art, T'ai Chi is a holistic method of self-healing, a form of moving meditation and a philosophical way of life. Health, relaxation, and self-defense are but a few of the many reasons cited for practicing this traditional exercise, which was created by a Taoist sage eight centuries ago. Now a recreational activity practiced by millions of people worldwide, T'ai Chi, with its physical, psychological, and spiritual benefits widely recognized and praised, is one of the fastest-growing Chinese martial arts in the world today.

In this handy tai chi book, Master Tri Thong Dang, who has been in instructor of the Chen, Yang, Zhao, and T'ai-Mantis systems of T'ai Chi Ch'uan for over three decades, describes the "Simplified Tai Chi" form, a set of movements specifically designed for beginners by China's Ministry of Physical Culture and Sports. Master Tri's concise by lucid descriptions highlight the spiritual essence of the form and at the same time display its graceful simplicity. With over 160 clear, easy-to-understand illustrations, this excellent volume is the ultimate introduction to the world of T'ai Chi.

Contents include:

• Why Tai Chi?
• A Glimpse into the History of Tai Chi
• The Basic Movements
• Tai Chi Forms; including: Part the Horses's Mane, White Crane Spreads Its Wings, Hands Strum the Lute, Wingle Whip, Kick with the Right Heel, Needle at the Bottom of the Sea, Cross Hands, and more!

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L'autore

Tri Thong Dang was born in Vietnam and studied under the revered Grand Master Chiu Chuk-Kai, eighth-generation master of the Chinese T'ai-Mantis system. Master Tri also teaches Pa-kua Chang, Hsing-i Ch'uan, and Ch'i Kung. He is the author of the best-selling novel Beyond the Known (Tuttle Publishing), has an M.A. in physical education from California State University, and is the founder and director of the Budo Educational Center, Sacramento, California.

Product Description

Describes the "simplified T'ai Chi" form, a set of movements designed by China's Ministry of Physical Culture and Sports. Master Tri's descriptions highlight the spiritual essence of the form and display its graceful simplicity. Clear illustrations accompany the instructions.

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• Editore: Tuttle Pub
• Data di pubblicazione: 1994
• ISBN 10: 0804820015
• ISBN 13: 9780804820011
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 64