Clearly written and accompanied by practical illustrations, this is a comprehensive handbook on the martial art of Tai Chi Chuan for beginners and more advanced practitioners alike. It covers the main styles, including Wudang, Chen, Yang, Wu and Sun; the basic movements for balance, power and agility; specific techniques and combat sequences; Tai Chi Chuan for enriched work, rest and play; and principles and practice for spiritual development.
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Wong Kiew Kit has practiced and taught Shaolin kung fu, chi kung, and meditation for more than 30 years and has over 2,000 students. He is the fourth generation successor of Monk Jiang Nan of the Shaolin Monastery and Grandmaster of Shaolin Wahnam Kung Fu and Chi Kung Institute. He is the author of many books on Eastern wisdom.
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Grandmaster Wong Kiew Kit is the 4th generation successor from the Shaolin Monastery of China. He is a grandmaster of Shaolin Kungfu and Chi Kung. He received the "Qigong Master of the Year" award at the Second World Congress on Qigong held in San Francisco in November, 1997. He also holds an honors degree in humanities, and is one of the very few masters who speaks excellent English.
Grandmaster Wong, born in 1944, started his life-long training of the Shaolin arts in 1954 when he began learning Shaolin Kungfu from the famous Shaolin master, Grandmaster Lai Chin Wah, who was popularly known as Uncle Righteousness. Grandmaster Wong became his best disciple.
To further his kungfu training, Grandmaster Wong later learnt from Grandmaster Ho Fatt Nam, the third generation successor directly descended from the southern Shaolin Monastery when it was burned by the Manchurian army in China.
Sifu Wong also learned Wuzu Kungfu from Grandmaster Chee Kim Thong, and Wing Choon Kungfu from Grandmaster Choe Hoong Choy, who were patriarchs of their respective kungfu styles.
Grandmaster Wong has taught kungfu and chi kung for more than twenty five years, to more than twenty organizations. Regretting that many masters were withholding "secrets" of kungfu and chi kung with the result that these arts might lose their essence, in 1982 he founded the Shaolin Wahnam Institute of kungfu and chi kung, naming the school after the two teachers who had influenced him most, Grandmaster Lai Chin Wah and Grandmaster Ho Fatt Nam, with the aim of transmitting genuine Shaolin Kungfu, Shaolin Chi Kung and Shaolin philosophy.
Having won championships himself, Sifu Wong has trained champions in kungfu (demonstrations as well as all styles sparring) and lion dance competitions. But he has always insisted that while Shaolin Kungfu is an exceedingly effective martial art, its greatness lies in enriching our daily life and in spiritual development.
Since 1987 Grandmaster Wong has spent more time teaching chi kung than kungfu, because he believes that while kungfu serves as a fascinating hobby, chi kung serves an urgent public need, particularly in overcoming degenerative and chronic illness. Grandmaster Wong is one of the few masters who have generously introduced the once secretive Shaolin Chi Kung to the public, and has helped literally hundreds of people to be relieved of their so-called "incurable" diseases like hypertension, asthma, rheumatism, arthritis, diabetics, migraine, gastritis, gall stones, kidney failure, depression, anxiety and even cancer.
Now he has devoted more time on writing and teaching overseas, having successfully taught in Europe, the United States, Canada and Australia. He stresses the Shaolin philosophy of sharing goodness with all humanity, and is now dedicated to spreading the wonders and benefits of the Shaolin arts to more people irrespective of race, culture and religion.
www.shaolin.org
Grandmaster Wong, born in 1944, started his life-long training of the Shaolin arts in 1954 when he began learning Shaolin Kungfu from the famous Shaolin master, Grandmaster Lai Chin Wah, who was popularly known as Uncle Righteousness. Grandmaster Wong became his best disciple.
To further his kungfu training, Grandmaster Wong later learnt from Grandmaster Ho Fatt Nam, the third generation successor directly descended from the southern Shaolin Monastery when it was burned by the Manchurian army in China.
Sifu Wong also learned Wuzu Kungfu from Grandmaster Chee Kim Thong, and Wing Choon Kungfu from Grandmaster Choe Hoong Choy, who were patriarchs of their respective kungfu styles.
Grandmaster Wong has taught kungfu and chi kung for more than twenty five years, to more than twenty organizations. Regretting that many masters were withholding "secrets" of kungfu and chi kung with the result that these arts might lose their essence, in 1982 he founded the Shaolin Wahnam Institute of kungfu and chi kung, naming the school after the two teachers who had influenced him most, Grandmaster Lai Chin Wah and Grandmaster Ho Fatt Nam, with the aim of transmitting genuine Shaolin Kungfu, Shaolin Chi Kung and Shaolin philosophy.
Having won championships himself, Sifu Wong has trained champions in kungfu (demonstrations as well as all styles sparring) and lion dance competitions. But he has always insisted that while Shaolin Kungfu is an exceedingly effective martial art, its greatness lies in enriching our daily life and in spiritual development.
Since 1987 Grandmaster Wong has spent more time teaching chi kung than kungfu, because he believes that while kungfu serves as a fascinating hobby, chi kung serves an urgent public need, particularly in overcoming degenerative and chronic illness. Grandmaster Wong is one of the few masters who have generously introduced the once secretive Shaolin Chi Kung to the public, and has helped literally hundreds of people to be relieved of their so-called "incurable" diseases like hypertension, asthma, rheumatism, arthritis, diabetics, migraine, gastritis, gall stones, kidney failure, depression, anxiety and even cancer.
Now he has devoted more time on writing and teaching overseas, having successfully taught in Europe, the United States, Canada and Australia. He stresses the Shaolin philosophy of sharing goodness with all humanity, and is now dedicated to spreading the wonders and benefits of the Shaolin arts to more people irrespective of race, culture and religion.
www.shaolin.org
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41 of 42 people found the following review helpful:
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This review is from: The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan: A Comprehensive Guide to the Principles and Practice (Paperback)
I'm a fairly new student of Tai Chi Chuan as I've only been studying for two years. Without going into the why, I was looking for a supplement to my classes. I've looked at literally a hundred Tai Chi books, and while many cover the simplistic forms. Sifu Wong covers a detailed history and the origins of this martial art including all of the current derivatives and styles. That's right, I said Martial Art! Something that most books and video's on this subject seem to forget is that Tai Chi Chuan IS still a Martial Art and to get the FULL benefit, not only should you learn the FORMS, but an understanding of the martial application. Sifu Wong does a wonderful job of explaining all styles with a detailed flow diagram to guide you through each one. You won't lean Tai Chi from a book, but if your already taking classes, and need a reference to help you remember that new piece you just learned or to understand the application of it, or perhaps a more detailed history and the origins of your style. Curious about other styles? --> THIS IS YOUR BOOK!
30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
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More styles illustrated than other similar books,
This review is from: The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan: A Comprehensive Guide to the Principles and Practice (Tuttle Martial Arts) (Paperback)
The title says it all with "The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan". With many Tai Chi Chuan books just detailing the sequence of one particular form, it is refreshing to find one that details the history, philosophies, various styles, philosophy, and spiritual development. Author Wong Kiew Kit, a Grandmaster living in Malaysia, does a thorough job of describing and detailing the various styles. This is the first Tai Chi Chuan book that I have read that covered more than one or two styles in detail. Wong Kiew Kit details Wudang Tai Chi Chuan, Chen-Style, Yang-Style, Wu Yu Xiang-Style, Wu Chuan You-Style, and Sun-Style. The illustrations are line drawings that sometimes take some effort before you really understand the movements to be made. However, if you are looking for a reference on Tai Chi Chuan that will bring a complete understanding of the subject in all of its nuances including history, philosophy, patterns, and just about anything else, this is a highly recommended purchase.
21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
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A must-read for all Taiji students.,
This review is from: The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan: A Comprehensive Guide to the Principles and Practice (Paperback)
This is the book that I recommend for all Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) students. It is an excellent introduction to that art, plus it discusses important topics such as the role of qigong (chi kung) and internal force in Taiji practice. Especially for beginners or those who are new to the art, I recommend reading the preface, the first two chapters (on Tai Chi as a martial art and on the concept of yin-yang), Chapter 6 (the importance of chi kung) and Chapter 12 ("Enriching Daily Life with Tai Chi Chuan").
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A typical Tai Chi Chuan master frequently exhibits many of the qualities of a model martial artist: while confident of his martial skills, he is soft-spoken, humble, tolerant and at peace with himself and with others. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
peng technique, left thrust kick, primary hand movements, internal force training, abdominal energy field, poise patterns, visualize chi flowing, rotate your waist, harmonious energy flow, kungfu masters, move your right leg, dan tian, whirlwind kick, cosmic energy flowing, most other martial arts, mental freshness, combat sequences, vital energy flowing, effective martial art, stance training, internal energy flow, low stance, palm strike, transfer your weight, starting pattern Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Tai Chi Chuan, Chi Kung, Single Whip, Pushing Hands, Shaolin Kungfu, Playing the Lute, Infinite Ultimate Stance, Turn Round, Twist Knee Throw Step, Yang Lu Chan, Repulse Monkey, White Crane Flaps Wings, Zhang San Feng, False-leg Stance, Grasping Sparrow's Tail, High Patting Horse, Lifting Up Hands, Roll Sleeves, Chen Wang Ting, Wang Zong Yue, Cloud Hands, Lifting Water, Old Form, Flying Diagonally, Sea Bottom New!
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A typical Tai Chi Chuan master frequently exhibits many of the qualities of a model martial artist: while confident of his martial skills, he is soft-spoken, humble, tolerant and at peace with himself and with others. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
peng technique, left thrust kick, primary hand movements, internal force training, abdominal energy field, poise patterns, visualize chi flowing, rotate your waist, harmonious energy flow, kungfu masters, move your right leg, dan tian, whirlwind kick, cosmic energy flowing, most other martial arts, mental freshness, combat sequences, vital energy flowing, effective martial art, stance training, internal energy flow, low stance, palm strike, transfer your weight, starting pattern Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Tai Chi Chuan, Chi Kung, Single Whip, Pushing Hands, Shaolin Kungfu, Playing the Lute, Infinite Ultimate Stance, Turn Round, Twist Knee Throw Step, Yang Lu Chan, Repulse Monkey, White Crane Flaps Wings, Zhang San Feng, False-leg Stance, Grasping Sparrow's Tail, High Patting Horse, Lifting Up Hands, Roll Sleeves, Chen Wang Ting, Wang Zong Yue, Cloud Hands, Lifting Water, Old Form, Flying Diagonally, Sea Bottom New!
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- Science and Technology (Aspects of Britain) by Central Office of Information on 4 pages
- Chi Kung: Cultivating Personal Energy (Health Essentials Series) by James MacRitchie on page 154, Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Save Your Knees by James Fox M.D. on page 60, and page 61
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- The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu: The Secrets of Kung Fu for Self-Defense, Health, and Enlightenment (Tuttle Martial Arts) by Wong Kiew Kit in Front Matter, and Back Matter
- T'ai Chi For Dummies by Therese Iknoian on page 73, and Back Matter
- The Complete Book of Chinese Medicine: A Holistic Approach to Physical, Emotional and Mental Health by Wong Kiew Kit in Front Matter (1), and Front Matter (2)
- The Shaolin Arts: Master Answers Series - Shaolin Kungfu, Taijiquan, Qiqong and Zen by Wong Kiew Kit in Front Matter (1), and Front Matter (2)
- Sukhavati: Western Paradise: Going to Heaven as Taught by the Buddha by Wong Kiew Kit in Front Matter (1), and Front Matter (2)
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