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Tai Chi is a centuries-old system of exercise from China, now gaining increasing popularity in the West. It combines slow, graceful movement with calm, regular breathing and is suitable for all ages and all levels of fitness. Find out why Tai Chi is the perfect antidote to the stressful lifestyles of today. Explore the background and philosophy of Tai Chi, follow step-by-step instructions for learning the 'short yang form', and discover how daily practice promotes relaxation and well-being and increases concentration. This work offers helpful advice on health and stress-management. Find answers to frequently asked questions.
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Robert Parry teaches Tai Chi as evening classes and at weekend and residential courses. He has also studied Oriental Medicine and Acupunture.
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32 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you are looking for a book on tai chi form then this is not it. Although the 2 sections on the form are clear in their descriptions they are not so clear with the line drawings. An experienced tai chi practioner will appreciate the book and its sections on tai chi therory and principals. However a beginner would be better off seeking out a book with clearer illustrations. That said do not dismiss this book totaly it is well written and better presented than a lot of other books, its individual parts are better than its sum and many who are seeking to improve their form will gain from this.
30 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I've looked at many different Tai Chi books and videos, but I honestly don't think I could have bought a better book. The first 30 or so pages are a great introduction and really help you get into the Tai Chi way of thinking and understand the principles of it. All the questions I wanted answers to about Tai Chi are included in the book. When getting to the 2 sections on learning the actual "forms" everything is explained in a clear and simple way; with enough detail so you know what to do, but not too much that you get confused. To a beginner like me, this book is very encouraging, and really does make learning Tai Chi a pleasure. My only regret is that I didn't come across this particular book earlier in my search for a good book on Tai Chi.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This little book is a great introduction to the basic form of Tai Chi. The illustrations and text are easy to follow, meaning that you can pick the form up in no time. All - in - all, this is a great way to start Tai Chi; and I would really recommend it to anyone thinking about taking up Tai Chi. Hope this has helped. Simmo
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good starting point
Having been interested in tai chi for some time I found a later edition of this in the local library. Read more
Published 1 month ago by A. Clarey
spot on
The book is in brilliant condition and arrived very quickly. It's been very helpful for me as i prefer to teach myself when it comes to martial arts.
Published 2 months ago by Phill
Can't Teach Yourself, but good all the same!
I am a Tai Chi Instructor and am often being asked to recommend books to my students. Over the years I have found Robert Parry's to be the most accessible in terms of information... Read more
Published on 13 Mar 2010 by J. Anderson
tai chi for health
This is an excellent book for the beginner and experience practitioner. Well written and easy to understand.
Published on 12 Dec 2009 by Mr. M. J. Calvert
Teach yourself Tai Chi
Good basic introduction which lets you move at your own pace. I have ostio arthritis in my spine and the techniques have helped compliment physiotherapy exercise.
Published on 21 April 2009 by G. Knight
0/10 for this one
Taiji is not something you can learn from a book and only the most naive of reader would think otherwise. Go out and find a proper instructor.
Published on 14 Mar 2007 by Madge
Interesting Read
I picked up this book to learn the basics and that's exactly what it does. With nice simple language and flowing writing it's very easy to go through. Read more
Published on 30 Sep 2003 by "graeme1405"
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