With every movement presented in 2-4 large photos along with instructions, this title includes two popular sequences: Simplified 24 Posture Sequence created in China in 1956 to popularize tai chi worldwide, and the Standard 48 Posture Sequence created in 1976 to help intermediate students experience traditional movements in a mid-length form.
Xiaoyaoshuai is designed for everyone interested in the practical take down applications of martial arts movements. Whether you are an internal or external style martial artists, you will find this routine to be beneficial to your training and to enhance your understanding of martial arts movements. Shuaijiao (take down) is used during close range combat situations where kicking and punching are not applicable or effective. Shuaijiao techniques are often trained individually. The Xiaoyaoshuai routine links together 36 effective and practical techniques, seamlessly from one application to the next; making it easy to learn take down techniques with or without a partner. Xiaoyaoshuai is the first published take down routine in the history of Chinese martial arts. Never before has there been a routine so well designed with effective and practical take down techniques in every move. It is truly one of a kind.
An extraordinary guide to Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan), the "Grand Ultimate" way of health and martial arts. Written by one of China’s top-ranked coaches (Liang), the 24 and 48 postures, often referred to as the Short Form, are presented in an easy to understand, step-by-step fashion. Also included are guidelines for breathing, directing the mind, aligning the body and developing Qi (Chi).A practical learning tool for beginners, and an excellent reference guide for more advanced students.
Chinese Internal Martial Arts
Traditional training methods from this well-known Chinese martial art.
24 Postures with Applications & Standard 48 Postures
Focusing on accessibility, this guide introduces the 24 Posture form of Tai Chi Chuan, renowned for its simplicity and popularity. Ideal for beginners, it emphasizes easy-to-follow instructions that promote relaxation, balance, and overall well-being. The book serves as a practical resource for anyone looking to incorporate tai chi into their daily routine, enhancing both physical health and mental clarity.
"Course 1 contains basic training and body conditioning, teaches Bagua Qigong, and demonstrates the famous Eight Palms sequence with martial applications. Course 2 instructs the intermediate level Bagua Swimming Body sequence, named after the swift and agile movements of a swimming dragon. Course 3 presents the unique Bagua Deer Hook Sword, which is specially designed to disarm opponents. Learn hooking, seizing, controlling and cutting techniques, and the complete sequence, with applications against the long sword."--Container.
Kung Fu Elements is the Wushu training manual that martial artists have long awaited. It is the first of its kind in the English language. It contains the essence and elements of both Internal and External Styles of Wushu. It is an invaluable training reference for any instructor or serious student of any style of martial arts! This book contains seven chapters, plus an extensive glossary, including:* Classifications of Wushu styles, history, and philosophy* Traditional methods for building a strong foundation* Techniques for developing powerful kicks* Sanshou fighting applications and combinations* Effective uses of grappling (Qinna) and takedown (Shuaijiao) techniques* Iron Sand Palm training and Cavity Press (Dianxue)* Internal Strength, Light Body, and many other Kung Fu attainment methods* A Glossary of Wushu styles, practitioners, and termsIn Wushu, we train the physical to aid the shapeless; cultivate the shapeless to care for the physical. The training of Wushu gives one the necessary conditioning to master one's own physical body, and gain a greater understanding of the inner workings of the mind and spirit. This book includes the training methods used by ancient Wushu masters to achieve great heights. With this book at your finger tips and your desire to excel, you too can achieve great heights in your martial arts training!
