Wherever you are in your tai chi journey, there’s always the next level to think about.
That’s why I’ve assembled this list of resources that I believe will be helpful for you.
Included here are the supplier’s description of the resource along with my commentary. I’ve even posted more detailed reviews of a few of these in the past.
These resources are available through our supplier at YMAA, a superior publisher of martial arts educational resources. A portion of the sales we make stays directly with us to support our program.
8 Pieces Of Brocade Bundle
I’ve used this set to aid with our warm-ups in class before. The DVD is helpful for viewing the postures in motion.
Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming instructs and demonstrates “The Eight Pieces of Brocade”, one of the most popular sets of Qigong (chi kung) healing exercises. These gentle breathing, stretching and strengthening movements activate the Qi (chi) energy and blood circulation in your body, helping to stimulate your immune system, strengthen your internal organs, and give you abundant energy. With both a sitting and standing set, anyone can practice these simple and effective exercises in as little as 20 minutes a day.
Simplified Tai Chi Classic Bundle
PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS! Grandmaster Liang, Shou-Yu teaches two of the most popular forms of TAI CHI, the ancient Chinese martial art which is often described as ‘moving meditation’. The popular ‘Simplified’ 24-posture form is demonstrated by MASTER LIANG with martial fighting applications. The form is shown from several angles, with breathing instructions. The Standard 48-posture form is also demonstrated.
I like this presentation because it gives you applications to the form that I’ve found helpful and have taught as part of class.
Tai Chi Chin Na
Taiji Chin Na is one of the four main martial training categories of Taijiquan (the other three categories are striking, kicking, and wrestling / downing the opponent). Of all these four, Chin Na is the most effective, practical, powerful, and easiest to learn. Once you have mastered Taiji Chin Na, you will be able to apply the theory and techniques to any other martial style you practice. If you are a Taiji beginner, Taiji Chin Na could offer you a key to enter the door of martial Taiji.
I reference this book often. It shows how tai chi chuan applications can be used for seizing or controlling an attacker.
I’d even argue this is the most complete book on tai chi chuan applications I’ve read.
Tai Chi Chuan Martial Power: Advanced Yang Style
The study of tai chi power is a direct link to tai chi as a martial art. When you finish learning the tai chi form and begin the second level of your practice, it’s time to focus your efforts on theory and principles of tai chi’s amazing power (jing).
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