Beginning t'Ai Chi

by Tri Thong Dang

Book Overview

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,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0804820015
• ISBN13: 9780804820011
• Release Date: December 1994
• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Good Starting Point

This book is, as it says, a good beginning for someone unfamiliar with Taiji Quan. It demonstrates the Beijing 24 movement form. This was in fact, my very first book on the subject, and gave me a basic understanding of Taiji Quan form and movement, before I was able to find an instructor. Overall, the material is easy to follow, the illustrations are clearly drawn, the directional arrows are a big help in determining proper transition between the forms. If you are completely new to Taiji Quan and have no access to a teacher, you will find this book a good starting point.

Ta'i Chi

I use this book frequently, and find it answers my questions. It is very helpful when the instructor is not available.

Beginning T'Ai Chi

This book is excellent for beginners wanting to study the 24 form Yang T'Ai Chi. The drawings are most helpful. The descriptions of the drawings are easy to follow and execute. I would highly recommend the book.

The illustrations and the text are very easy to follow

The illustrations help show the flow of energy. The illustrations, together with the text, helps a beginning t'ai chi student proper form.An excellent text for a solid foundation.

Clear and concise tutorial for the 24-form.

This light-weight handbook is a clearly illustrated and concisely written guide to the 24-movement Tai Chi Short Form. Recommended as an easy-to-understand workbook for those learning, or wishing to learn, this popular form of taijiquan.