ISBN: 9781848190115

He currently teaches Yang, Chen, Sun, and Wudang styles of taiji, including various sword and fan forms. -- Tai Chi Finder. - Tai Chi Finder. Contents: Introduction. Chinese Weapons. A Br… Mehr…

He currently teaches Yang, Chen, Sun, and Wudang styles of taiji, including various sword and fan forms. -- Tai Chi Finder. - Tai Chi Finder. Contents: Introduction. Chinese Weapons. A Brief History of the Jiàn 4. The Nile on eBay   FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE   Tij Jin 32-Posture Sword Form by James Drewe Written by an experienced teacher of Tàijíquan, this book provides a detailed description of the Jian (the sword), its parts and how it should be held. Using photographs and illustrations, the author gives step-by-step instructions for the main 13 applications including sword strokes, stances and footwork techniques. FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description The Sword Form is an important aspect of the popular Chinese martial art, Tàijíquan. The 32-Posture Sword Form, from the point of view of the physical movements only, is not complex, but there is a significant amount of other information, relating to the applications, that is open to interpretation. Written by an experienced teacher of Tàijíquan, this book provides a detailed description of the Jian (the sword), its parts and how it should be held. Using photographs and illustrations, the author gives step-by-step instructions for the main 13 applications including sword strokes, stances and footwork techniques.This book contains a wealth of information on Sword Form technique and is an ideal resource for students of martial arts, experienced practitioners or anyone interested in learning about Tàijíquan. Author Biography James Drewe has been practising taiji and qi gong since 1975; he has studied taiji with Master Chu King Hung, Richard Watson, Prof. Li Deyin, Master Wang Yanji and Simon Watson. He currently teaches Yang, Chen, Sun, and Wudang styles of taiji, including various sword and fan forms. James is Vice-Chairman of the Longfei Taijiquan Association, a member of the British Council for Chinese Martial Arts (BCCMA) and is a registered instructor with the Tai Chi Union for Great Britain (TCUGB). Details of his regular classes in London and Kent can be found on his website at , and he can be emailed at . Table of Contents Contents: Introduction. 1. Chinese Weapons. 2. The Jiàn. 3. A Brief History of the Jiàn 4. Blade Construction. 5. Parts of the Jiàn 6. The Balance of the Sword. 7. Holding the Sword. 8. Performing Taiji & Taiji Sword 9. Two-Person Sword Routines. 10. Traditional & Modern. 11. The Sword Metaphysically. 12. Intention. 13. Development of the 32-Posture Form. 14. The 13 Applications. 15. Sword Strokes. 16. Stances. 17. Footwork Techniques. 18. Leg Movements. 19. The 32-Posture Sword Form in Competition. 20. Music for the 32-Posture. 21. The Sword-Fingers. 22. Definitions of Terms Used. 23. The 32-Posture Taiji Sword Form. 24. Footprint Map of the Form. 25. Breakdown of the Form. 26. Beyond the Basics. Acknowledgements. Review James Drewe is one of the most sucessful and well organised tai chi teachers I have ever met and this is reflected in the quality of the book. -- Tai Chi Finder Promotional Step-by-step instructions on Sword Form technique including sword strokes, stances and footwork techniques Long Description The Sword Form is an important aspect of the popular Chinese martial art, T Review Text James Drewe is one of the most sucessful and well organised tai chi teachers I have ever met and this is reflected in the quality of the book. Review Quote 'James Drewe is one of the most sucessful and well organised tai chi teachers I have ever met and this is reflected in the quality of the book.' - Tai Chi Finder Promotional "Headline" Step-by-step instructions on Sword Form technique including sword strokes, stances and footwork techniques Description for Reader The Sword Form is an important aspect of the popular Chinese martial art, Taijiquan. The 32-Posture Sword Form, from the point of view of the physical movements only, is not complex, but there is a significant amount of other information, relating to the applications, that is open to interpretation. Written by an experienced teacher of Taijiquan, this book provides a detailed description of the Jian (the sword), its parts and how it should be held. Using photographs and illustrations, the author gives step-by-step instructions for the main 13 applications including sword strokes, stances and footwork techniques. This book contains a wealth of information on Sword Form technique and is an ideal resource for students of martial arts, experienced practitioners or anyone interested in learning about Taijiquan. Description for Sales People Practical, easy-to-follow guide to 32-Posture Sword Form Details ISBN1848190115 Author James Drewe Short Title TAIJI JIAN 32 POSTURE SWORD FO Language English ISBN-10 1848190115 ISBN-13 9781848190115 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2009 Imprint Singing Dragon Country of Publication United Kingdom Place of Publication London UK Release Date 2009-02-15 NZ Release Date 2009-02-15 Pages 224 Publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers Publication Date 2009-02-15 DEWEY 796.8155 Illustrations Full colour photographs throughout Audience General AU Release Date 2009-02-14 We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICYNo questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERYNo matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. 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ISBN: 9781848190115

ISBN-13: 9781848190115, 978-1848190115. Using photographs and illustrations, the author gives step-by-step instructions for the main 13 applications including sword strokes, stances and f… Mehr…

ISBN-13: 9781848190115, 978-1848190115. Using photographs and illustrations, the author gives step-by-step instructions for the main 13 applications including sword strokes, stances and footwork techniques. Taiji Jian 32-Posture Sword FormAuthor(s): James DreweFormat: PaperbackPublisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, United KingdomImprint: Singing DragonISBN-13: 9781848190115, 978-1848190115SynopsisThe Sword Form is an important aspect of the popular Chinese martial art, Taijiquan. The 32-Posture Sword Form, from the point of view of the physical movements only, is not complex, but there is a significant amount of other information, relating to the applications, that is open to interpretation. Written by an experienced teacher of Taijiquan, this book provides a detailed description of the Jian (the sword), its parts and how it should be held. Using photographs and illustrations, the author gives step-by-step instructions for the main 13 applications including sword strokes, stances and footwork techniques.This book contains a wealth of information on Sword Form technique and is an ideal resource for students of martial arts, experienced practitioners or anyone interested in learning about Taijiquan., Neu, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], Publication Year: 2009, Language: English, Book Title: Taiji Jian 32-Posture Sword Form, Item Height: 254mm, Genre: Sports, Topic: Health, Item Width: 181mm, Item Weight: 672g, Number of Pages: 224 Pages, Jessica Kingsley Publishers<

2009, ISBN: 9781848190115

Singing Dragon, Taschenbuch, Auflage: Illustrated, 223 Seiten, Publiziert: 2009-02-28T00:00:01Z, Produktgruppe: Buch, Hersteller-Nr.: Full colour photographs throughout, 0.6 kg, Verkaufsr… Mehr…

Singing Dragon, Taschenbuch, Auflage: Illustrated, 223 Seiten, Publiziert: 2009-02-28T00:00:01Z, Produktgruppe: Buch, Hersteller-Nr.: Full colour photographs throughout, 0.6 kg, Verkaufsrang: 1936375, Fitness, Gesundheit & Medizin, Ratgeber, Kategorien, Bücher, Sport allgemein, Sport & Fitness, Fitness & Kraftsport, Kampf & Selbstverteidigung, Kampfsport & Selbstverteidigung, Tai Chi & Thai-Boxen, Taschenbücher, acc906d0-2585-4921-a56f-3ff277850936_4201, acc906d0-2585-4921-a56f-3ff277850936_0, Special Features Stores, Arborist Merchandising Root, Format: Illustriert, Singing Dragon, 2009<

2009, ISBN: 1848190115

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