Taijiquan is one of the most popular martial arts in China today. It is practised both as a competitive sport and as an exercise to strengthen the mind and body. Taijiquan is an easy-to-use, fully-illustrated guide to the historical background, practical application, underlying principles and techniques of Taijiquan.

Written by one of China's most prominent teachers of Taijiquan, this book is an excellent introduction to a martial art that improves balance, coordination, flexibility, muscle strength and cardiovascular health. Taijiquan describes five forms in which Taijiquan is practised today: the 81-Step Taijiquan, the Simplified 24-Step Taijiquan, the Competition 42-Step Taijiquan, the Competition 42-Step Taiji Sword, and the 32-Step Taiji Sword.

Each form is explained with instructive photographs, a numerical reference system for each exercise, and downloadable online content is also available, making it an excellent resource for students of martial arts, experienced practitioners or anyone interested in learning about Taijiquan.

An easy-to-use, fully-illustrated guide to the historical background, practical application, underlying principles and techniques of Taijiquan

About the Author
Professor Li Deyin has achieved an international following rooted in his family's commitment, stretching over 100 years, to popularizing martial arts. He taught at Beijing's Renmin University for 40 years and has been named one of the Top 100 Chinese Martial Arts Masters. He is both a qualified judge of martial arts at the international level and a renowned national-level physical education instructor in China. He currently acts as vice-chairman of the Beijing Wushu Association.

Reviews
It is as a reference book which will serve you well for many years that I have given it a five star rating... it is a great book and much more useful than similar books I have seen before in terms of scope and clarity. -- Tai Chi Finder Limited
All the students that train with Professor Li Deyin are touched by his brilliant coaching skills and his open friendship. -- Richard V. Watson, Longfei Taijiquan Association of Great Britain



Book Information
ISBN 9780857014030
Author Li Deyin
Format Paperback
Page Count 416
Imprint Singing Dragon
Publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Weight(grams) 780g
Dimensions(mm) 254mm * 178mm * 28mm