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Step-By-Step : Tai Chi : [Paperback]

Master Lam Kam Chuen (Author), Sara Mathews (Designer), Pip Morgan & Jonathan Hilton (Editor), Gordon Munro (Illustrator), Alex Wilson (Photographer)

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Paperback: 143 pages
Publisher: Gaia Books Ltd; 1st. Edition edition (31 Aug 1994)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1856750663
ISBN-13: 978-1856750660
Product Dimensions: 24.4 x 19 x 1.2 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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This manual of Tai Chi offers an illustrated programme of graduated exercise routines and a step-by-step demonstration of a short sequence. The slow, flowing movements incorporate and harmonize some of the most important elements common to classical Tai Chi styles such as Chen, Yang, Wu, Shin and Ng. It is a programme of beneficial health care that is a powerful antidote to stress. The book is suitable for all newcomers to Tai Chi, as well as students of all styles. It presents Master Lam Kam Chuen's "Small circle form", developed for his students and readers of this book, and requiring little time and a minimum of space. It is presented in four levels of advancement, with helpful hints and general guidance that help readers understand the background aims of Tai Chi. Master Lam Kam Chuen is a consultant to Gaia Books's "The Way of Harmony", which followed the BBC series, "The Way of the Warrior", and is the author of "The Way of Energy".

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4.0 out of 5 stars A beginners guide that is well presented, 21 Jun 2001

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If you are looking for a beginners book on tai chi then this is the one to buy. A lot of work has gone in to the presentation and the author clearly knows not only the subject but how to teach it and present it in a clear manner. Not a book for experienced practioners, but for the novice.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Tai Chi Starting Book, 30 Jun 1999

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The book explains Tai Chi really step by step. It explains philosophy of Tai Chi, warming movements, working with a partner, and 24-Movements. The book explains each movement and what to do. (how to breathe, how to stand, how to relax, etc.)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful for beginners, 4 Nov 2003

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For a complete beginner like me who wasn't able to get to any classes this book is very good. It explains all the exercises first to ensure you don't injure yourself by jumping in feet first! My only criticism would be some of the more complex moves of the actual form aren't described as well as they could be, and sometimes the arrows on the diagrams are a little confusing. But a second read of the page usually enlightens you!

Definately a good starting point for someone wanting to get into Tai Chi

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5.0 out of 5 stars Absolute perfect for a beginner
I highly recommend this book for anyone just beginning,the exercises are so easy to do and are explained in the simplest terms a child of 8 could follow them. Read more

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4.0 out of 5 stars Simplicity

Trying to explain a complex subject with words anyone with an elementary education would understand is a great skill and a gift. Not everyone possesses these. Read more

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This is a great book . Really good for beginners . Instructions are simple to understand .Each exercise has an illustration which is ideal .You can go at your own speed. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars Step by Step
The book arrived in good condition and earlier than anticipated. The description was "spot-on"
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Published 7 months ago by Grandpa T

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy reading
This book offers very simple and easy to learn steps, without needing an instructor by your side.

Published 15 months ago by Natasha

4.0 out of 5 stars step by step tai chi
It fits in very well with the Tai Chi movements. I also find this CD very relaxing and is a pleasure just to sit and listen to it in times of rest and relaxation.

Published 21 months ago by R. Hamer

5.0 out of 5 stars step-by-step tai chi
excellent book.well written with easy to follow instructions,both
in pictorial and written form.a "must have"for beginners in tai chi.

Published on 13 Mar 2009 by P. Fiddes

4.0 out of 5 stars This really is a fine book
Having known nothing before looking at this book, I was instantly impressed with what must have been a lot of hard work - this book is very user friendly with helpful pictures... Read more

Published on 22 Oct 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Best introductory book I've seen!
Easy to understand illustrations and clear writing make this a good book for beginners and the curious. Read more

Published on 9 Feb 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent introduction/Very useful for self-study of Tai Chi
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