T'ai Chi

In Tai Chi: A Practical Introduction, internationally acclaimed practitioner Paul Crompton opens the doors of this world to beginners and deepens the experience for the more advanced student. Beginning with the history and philosophy of Tai Chi he moves on to a detailed explanation of the famous Tai Chi sequence of movements, the 48 Form Set.

Illustrations, diagrams and many practical exercises will enable students of all abilities to master the basics of the ancient healing art of Tai Chi.

ISBN	1862041636	Pages	128
ISBN13	9781862041639 (What's this?)	Volumes	001
Publisher	Element Books Ltd	Weight (grammes)	226
Imprint	Element Books	Published in	Dorest
Format	Paperback	Height (mm)	229
Publication date	07 May 1998	Width (mm)	154
Library of Congress	GV504.C755	Spine width (mm)	14
DEWEY	613.7148	Academic level	General
DEWEY edition	DC21

	Introduction: What is Tai Chi Chuan?	1
1	Tai Chi and Philosophy	9
2	The Theory of Chi Kung	20
3	Aspects of Physics in Tai Chi	28
4	Principles of Tai Chi Chuan	33
5	Introductory Exercises	37
6	Learning the 48 Form Set of Tai Chi	47
7	Push Hands (Tui Shou)	107
8	Tai Chi Today	115
	Further Reading	120
	Useful Addresses	120
	General Index	121
	Index of Forms	122

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