Introduction to Tai Chi and Wudang Short Form (Wudang Zhang Sanfeng) - Softcover

Chaplin, Wesley R

Softcover

ISBN 10: 151700537X ISBN 13: 9781517005375

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2015

Synopsis

Introduction to Tai chi through teaching the Wudang Zhang Sanfeng Tai chi 28 Form. The book is an introduction to the history of Tai chi and its history with Wudang Temple and Daoism. Key concepts involving breathing and body structure are discussed along with foundation exercises to help improve practice. The form is taught with step by step pictures and links to youtube videos detailing each individual movement.

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About the Author

Wesley Chaplin began his Wudang Tai chi education more than 15 years ago in China at Grandmaster Zhong Yunlong's school, atop the Wudang Mountains in Hubei Province, in central China. While there he studied under Masters Zhong Xuechao, Zhong Xueyong, and Yuan Xiugang, eventually becoming the first foreign disciple under Master Yuan. During the five years he resided there, Wesley registered at the Purple Mist Temple (Zi Xiao Gong) and was given the Daoist name Yuan Li Hao . Upon leaving the Wudang Mountains, Wesley continued his studies in traditional practices within southern China for another ten years before expanding his knowledge base to include other traditional health practices from throughout Asia. Wesley Chaplin also has a degree in Chinese culture and philosophy from the University of Illinois - Chicago.

Edition details

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 151700537X
• ISBN 13: 9781517005375
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 218