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Learn the way of spiritual and physical harmony with two ancient martial arts that develop mental focus, strength, suppleness and stamina.
A superbly illustrated introduction and dynamic user guide to two of our most ancient and revered martial ats, t'ai chi and aikido.
Two separate, dedicated
The equivalent to a dedicated, one-to-one coach, this book guides beginners and improvers through the all-important theories as well as the safe practice of moves and exercises.
Learn the way of spiritual harmony with powerful yet graceful exercises that develop strength, suppleness and stamina.
A comprehensive training manual with breathing techniques, warming-up exercises, basic moves and techniques for both discipines demonstrated clearly by highly qualified experts.
In this expertly written book, two ancient martial arts disciplines are brought together, giving readers the opportunity to compare them and decide on the benefits that they can gain from each.
The fascinating history and theories behind each discipine are examined, encouraging a deep undrstanding of the importance of a spiritual approach as well as a physical commitment. The book is clearly divided into separate sections for t'ai chi and aikido, and both incude essential information on preparation, warm up, when and how to practice, using meditation and creative visualization, and how to integrate either or both arts into your lifestyle.
T'ai chi is a simple and accessible aid to coping with the pressures of modern living while gaining a strong and supple physique. This expertly written, practical guide gives the entire short form of the Wu style and demonstrates t'ai chi clearly, providing a sound basis for a life-long enjoyment of the art.
Aikido is based on natural movements and the harmony of mind and body, which combine to anticipate the actions of an opponent an restrain him with the power of their own energy. It is known to promote a positive atitude to life in general. This book encourages the social practice of aikido and places an emphasis on developing skills with others.
Clearly illustrated with more than 900 photographs, the step-by-step guides to the basic postures, movements, techinques and applications of t'ai chi and aikido are demonstrated by expert practitioners. This book will prove a useful reference tool time and time again, as the key to enjoyment and progression is in the practice of the basic skills described in these pages. With advice on choosing schools and useful cotacts, the reader can fully discover both discipines and choose the methods that are right for their lifestyle and needs.
Andrew Popovic has over twenty years' experience in Orinetal martial arts and helaing, He began training in Shotokan karate at the age of 15, and studied Japanese jujitsu before dedicating his practice entirely to the Chinese internal arts. Andrew is continuing his studies in the internal martial arts, chi gung and taoist meditation under Lineage master B.K. Frantizis, disciple to the late Taoist sage Liu Hung Chieh of Beijing. Andrew runs a London-based organization offering courses on all levels in t'ai chi, chi gung and meditation, and treats patients with acupuncture, herbs and chi gung healing therapy at his clinic.
Peter Brady started practicing Aikido in 1969. He was recognized as a hombu shodan by Chiba Sensei in 1976, Nidan in 1978 and Sandan in 1984 with Shibata Sensei, He is currently a Shidoin (Hombu recognized senior teacher) with the United Kingdom Aikikai. He also holds the position of Senior Coach and Children's Coach within the British Aikido board. Peter is the chief instructor for eight independently-run clubs around the United Kingdom. He holds the rank of Sandan with the British Kendo Federation and regularly teaches the Art at his own club.
Previously published in two separate columes, T'ai Chi and Aikido.
Contents
Introduction
An introduction to t'ai chi
T'ai chi in context
T'ai chi for mind and body
Preparation
The Wu style short form
Taking it further
The short form
Choosing a teacher, school and style
T'ai chi contacts and further reading (bibliography)
An introduction to aikido
Aikido in context
Preparatory movements
Aikido techniques
Weapons and advanced training
Styles of aikido
Finding a club
Aikido contacts and further reading (bibliography)
Glossary
Index
Acknowledgements
A superbly illustrated introduction and dynamic user guide to two of our most ancient and revered martial ats, t'ai chi and aikido.
Two separate, dedicated
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sections examine every aspect of practicing t'ai chi and aikido effectively, from preparation and warm up to visualization and meditation, with more than 900 color photographs to demonstrate every movement to perfection.The equivalent to a dedicated, one-to-one coach, this book guides beginners and improvers through the all-important theories as well as the safe practice of moves and exercises.
Learn the way of spiritual harmony with powerful yet graceful exercises that develop strength, suppleness and stamina.
A comprehensive training manual with breathing techniques, warming-up exercises, basic moves and techniques for both discipines demonstrated clearly by highly qualified experts.
In this expertly written book, two ancient martial arts disciplines are brought together, giving readers the opportunity to compare them and decide on the benefits that they can gain from each.
The fascinating history and theories behind each discipine are examined, encouraging a deep undrstanding of the importance of a spiritual approach as well as a physical commitment. The book is clearly divided into separate sections for t'ai chi and aikido, and both incude essential information on preparation, warm up, when and how to practice, using meditation and creative visualization, and how to integrate either or both arts into your lifestyle.
T'ai chi is a simple and accessible aid to coping with the pressures of modern living while gaining a strong and supple physique. This expertly written, practical guide gives the entire short form of the Wu style and demonstrates t'ai chi clearly, providing a sound basis for a life-long enjoyment of the art.
Aikido is based on natural movements and the harmony of mind and body, which combine to anticipate the actions of an opponent an restrain him with the power of their own energy. It is known to promote a positive atitude to life in general. This book encourages the social practice of aikido and places an emphasis on developing skills with others.
Clearly illustrated with more than 900 photographs, the step-by-step guides to the basic postures, movements, techinques and applications of t'ai chi and aikido are demonstrated by expert practitioners. This book will prove a useful reference tool time and time again, as the key to enjoyment and progression is in the practice of the basic skills described in these pages. With advice on choosing schools and useful cotacts, the reader can fully discover both discipines and choose the methods that are right for their lifestyle and needs.
Andrew Popovic has over twenty years' experience in Orinetal martial arts and helaing, He began training in Shotokan karate at the age of 15, and studied Japanese jujitsu before dedicating his practice entirely to the Chinese internal arts. Andrew is continuing his studies in the internal martial arts, chi gung and taoist meditation under Lineage master B.K. Frantizis, disciple to the late Taoist sage Liu Hung Chieh of Beijing. Andrew runs a London-based organization offering courses on all levels in t'ai chi, chi gung and meditation, and treats patients with acupuncture, herbs and chi gung healing therapy at his clinic.
Peter Brady started practicing Aikido in 1969. He was recognized as a hombu shodan by Chiba Sensei in 1976, Nidan in 1978 and Sandan in 1984 with Shibata Sensei, He is currently a Shidoin (Hombu recognized senior teacher) with the United Kingdom Aikikai. He also holds the position of Senior Coach and Children's Coach within the British Aikido board. Peter is the chief instructor for eight independently-run clubs around the United Kingdom. He holds the rank of Sandan with the British Kendo Federation and regularly teaches the Art at his own club.
Previously published in two separate columes, T'ai Chi and Aikido.
Contents
Introduction
An introduction to t'ai chi
T'ai chi in context
T'ai chi for mind and body
Preparation
The Wu style short form
Taking it further
The short form
Choosing a teacher, school and style
T'ai chi contacts and further reading (bibliography)
An introduction to aikido
Aikido in context
Preparatory movements
Aikido techniques
Weapons and advanced training
Styles of aikido
Finding a club
Aikido contacts and further reading (bibliography)
Glossary
Index
Acknowledgements
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754817482
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Lorenz Books