Tai Chi Books

Tai Chi, also known as Tai Chi Chuan or Taijiquan, is a traditional Chinese martial art and mind-body practice that has been passed down through generations for centuries. Rooted in Taoist philosophy and Chinese martial arts, Tai Chi is renowned for its graceful movements, flowing sequences, and profound health benefits.

The history of Tai Chi can be traced back to ancient China, where it was developed as a form of martial arts training and spiritual cultivation. Legend has it that Tai Chi was created by Zhang Sanfeng, a Taoist monk who drew inspiration from the natural movements of animals and the principles of Yin and Yang, symbolizing the complementary forces of nature.

Over the centuries, Tai Chi evolved and diversified, with various styles and lineages emerging based on different interpretations of its principles and techniques. One of the most famous styles of Tai Chi is the Yang style, developed by Yang Luchan in the 19th century, known for its slow, flowing movements and emphasis on relaxation and balance.

Another prominent style is the Chen style, which traces its origins back to the Chen village in Henan province. Chen style Tai Chi is characterized by its combination of slow, graceful movements with explosive bursts of energy, challenging practitioners to develop strength, flexibility, and internal power.

In addition to the Yang and Chen styles, there are several other styles of Tai Chi, each with its own unique characteristics and emphasis. These include the Wu, Sun, and Hao styles, as well as various modern adaptations and hybrid forms developed for health, fitness, and therapeutic purposes.

In the 20th century, Tai Chi gained popularity worldwide as a holistic system of exercise and meditation, renowned for its numerous health benefits and gentle, low-impact movements. Scientific studies have shown that regular practice of Tai Chi can improve balance, flexibility, cardiovascular health, and mental well-being, making it suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels.

Today, Tai Chi is practiced and taught in countries around the world, with millions of people incorporating it into their daily lives as a form of exercise, stress relief, and personal development. Tai Chi classes, workshops, and retreats offer practitioners the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the art and experience its transformative effects on mind, body, and spirit.

Our store offers a curated selection of instructional books on Tai Chi that cover a wide range of topics, including technique breakdowns, forms practice, philosophy, and history. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced practitioner seeking to deepen your practice, our books provide invaluable insights and practical guidance to help you embark on your own journey of Tai Chi discovery and mastery.

Tai Chi Chuan Martial Power: Advanced Yang Style Book by Dr Yang, Jwing Ming - Budovideos Inc

太極拳武力: 上級ヤンスタイルブック (ヤン博士、ジュインミン著)

通常価格 $24.95 USD
通常価格 $26.95 USD セールスプライス $24.95 USD
Simple Qigong Exercises for Health: Improve Your Health in 10 to 20 Minutes a Day Book by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming - Budovideos Inc

健康のための簡単な気功体操: 1 日 10 ~ 20 分で健康を改善する本 ヤン・ジンミン博士著

通常価格 $13.15 USD
通常価格 $16.95 USD セールスプライス $13.15 USD
Qigong for Health & Martial Arts: Exercises and Meditation (Qigong, Health and Healing) Book by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming - Budovideos Inc

健康と武道のための気功: エクササイズと瞑想 (気功、健康、治癒) ヤン・ジュインミン博士著

通常価格 $16.95 USD
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Simplified Tai Chi Chuan 24 & 48 Postures with Applications Book by Shou-Yu Liang - Budovideos Inc

簡体字太極拳 24 と 48 のポーズと応用本 梁祥裕著

通常価格 $18.95 USD
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Back Pain Relief: Chinese Qigong for Healing and Prevention Book by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming - Budovideos Inc

腰痛緩和:治癒と予防のための中国気功本(ヤン・ジュインミン博士著)

通常価格 $23.95 USD
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The Essence of Shaolin White Crane: Martial Power and Qigong Book by Dr Yang, Jwing Ming - Budovideos Inc

少林寺白鶴の真髄:武力と気功の本 ヤン博士、ジュウィングミン著

通常価格 $28.45 USD
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Tai Chi Chuan Martial Applications: Advanced Yang Style Book by Dr Yang, Jwing-Ming - Budovideos Inc

太極拳武術の応用: 上級ヤン スタイルブック (ヤン・ジュインミン博士著)

通常価格 $20.95 USD
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Qigong Meditation: Embryonic Breathing (Qigong Foundation) Book by Dr Yang, Jwing-Ming - Budovideos Inc

気功瞑想: 胎児呼吸 (気功財団) ヤン・ジュインミン博士著

通常価格 $21.95 USD
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Qigong Massage: Fundamental Techniques for Health and Relaxation Book by Dr Yang, Jwing-Ming - Budovideos Inc

気功マッサージ: 健康とリラクゼーションのための基本テクニック ヤン・ジンミン博士著

通常価格 $24.95 USD
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Tai Chi Push Hands: The Martial Foundation of Tai Chi Chuan Book by Dr Yang, Jwing-Ming - Budovideos Inc

Tai Chi Push Hands: The Martial Foundation of Tai Chi Chuan 本 ヤン・ジンミン博士著

通常価格 $26.95 USD
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Qigong Meditation—Small Circulation Book by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming - Budovideos Inc

気功瞑想—ヤン・ジュインミン博士による小さな循環の本

通常価格 $23.35 USD
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Tai Chi Flow Motion Book by James Drewe (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

Tai Chi Flow Motion Book by James Drewe (中古品)

通常価格 $16.95 USD
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The Power of Internal Martial Arts and Chi: Combat and Energy Secrets of Ba Gua, Tai Chi and Hsing-I Book by Bruce Frantzis - Budovideos Inc

内武術と気の力: 八卦、太極拳、形意の戦闘とエネルギーの秘密 ブルース・フランツィス著

通常価格 $32.95 USD
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完全な太極拳: 肉体的および感情的な自己改善の決定版ガイド アルフレッド・ファン著 (中古)

完全な太極拳: 肉体的および感情的な自己改善の決定版ガイド アルフレッド・ファン著 (中古)

通常価格 $14.95 USD
通常価格 $19.95 USD セールスプライス $14.95 USD
Embrace Tiger, Return to Mountain: The Essence of Tai Chi Book by Al Chung Liang Huang (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

虎を抱け、山に帰る: 太極拳の真髄 黄アル・チュン・リャン著 (中古品)

通常価格 $19.95 USD
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Complete Idiot's Guide To Tai Chi & Qigong Book by Bill Douglas (中古)

Complete Idiot's Guide To Tai Chi & Qigong Book by Bill Douglas (中古)

通常価格 $14.95 USD
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The Complete Book Of Tai Chi Book by Stewart Mcfarlane (Preowned) - Budovideos Inc

太極拳全書 スチュワート・マクファーレン著 (中古品)

通常価格 $16.95 USD
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Warriors of Stillness Book 3: Masters of Perception: Sensory-Motor Integration in the Internal Martial Arts by Jan Diepersloot - Budovideos Inc

Warriors of Stillness Book 3: Masters of Perception: 内部格闘技における感覚と運動の統合、Jan Diepersloot 著

通常価格 $29.95 USD
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Warriors of Stillness Book 2: The The Tao of Yiquan & Meditative Traditions in the Chinese Martial Arts by Jan Diepersloot - Budovideos Inc

Warriors of Stillness Book 2: The Tao of Yiquan & Meditative Traditions in the China Martial Arts by Jan Diepersloot

通常価格 $29.95 USD
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Warriors of Stillness Book 1: Qigong of the Center, Essence of Taijiquan: The Teachings of Grandmaster Cai Song Fang by Jan Diepersloot - Budovideos Inc

Warriors of Stillness Book 1: センターの気功、太極拳の真髄: グランドマスター カイ ソン ファンの教え ジャン ディーパースルート著

通常価格 $24.95 USD
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