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  • Qigong Teachings of a Taoist Immortal

    The Eight Essential Exercises of Master Li Ching-yun

    by Stuart Alve Olson ...
    The first English translation of Master Li Ching-yun's teachings on the Eight Brocades, the central practice of qigong.• Explains the physical and spiritual benefits of the Eight Brocades and offers step-by-step instructions for this powerful sequence of postures.• 85 illustrations highlight the postures and philosophies.• Author's commentary provides insight and depth to the original translation ... Read more

    $16.99 USD

  • The Complete Guide to Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu

    by Stuart Alve Olson ...
    Developed by Wang Lang over 300 years ago, Praying Mantis Kung Fu is the only martial art based on the fighting skills of an insect. This fascinating system utilizes swift, methodical movements for defense and offense, and is well respected as an art that helps practitioners develop great strength and perseverance. The Complete Guide to Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu provides an in-depth look at ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • Tao of No Stress

    Three Simple Paths

    by Stuart Alve Olson ...
    Teaches the three paths that Taoist masters have used for centuries to create tranquillity in one's life.• Adapts ancient Taoist wisdom to address the problems of a frenetic lifestyle.• Offers clear instructions for releasing, massaging, and breathing stress away.• Explores the mind/body/stress connection, showing that once the mind is calm, the body can function at its best.Starting from the ... Read more

    $8.99 USD

  • Tai Chi for Kids

    Move with the Animals

    by Stuart Alve Olson ...
    Illustrated by Gregory Crawford ...
    The first tai chi book exclusively for children ages 4 to 8.• Uses children's delight in imitating animals to teach the eight basic tai chi forms essential for health.• Each exercise is accompanied by colorful artwork and photographs of the author's 7-year-old son demonstrating postures.• Written as a story to invite imaginative play and learning.• Designed for children and parents to play with ... Read more

    $10.99 USD

  • T'ai Chi According to the I Ching

    Embodying the Principles of the Book of Changes

    by Stuart Alve Olson ...
    • Reveals the close relationship between the eight basic postures of T'ai Chi and the hexagrams of the I Ching.• As handed down in the teachings of the Yellow Emperor and Chang San-Feng.• Explains the physical and spiritual benefits that result from the practice of the Before Heaven T'ai Chi form.• An essential reference book for any serious student of T'ai Chi and the I Ching.T'ai Chi is a ... Read more

    $17.99 USD

  • The Jade Emperor's Mind Seal Classic

    The Taoist Guide to Health, Longevity, and Immortality

    by Stuart Alve Olson ...
    The first English translation with commentary of three classic Taoist texts on immortality• Translates The Jade Emperor’s Mind Seal Classic, The Immortals, and The Three Treasures of Immortality• Defines the Taoist concept of immortality and examines the lives and practices of Taoists who achieved this state• Reveals the steps needed to achieve immortality in our modern societyTaoist mystics claim ... Read more

    $11.99 USD

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  • Tai Chi for Kids

    by Jose Figueroa, Stephan Berwick ...
    Illustrated by Stephanie Tok ...
    Series series Martial Arts For Kids
    Tai Chi, the ancient art of movement, is practiced by millions of kids around the world.This martial arts for kids has everything you need to know to start training, including:The history and origins of Tai ChiWhat to expect in your first classesWarm-up exercisesBasic movements and sequencesFun games to play and practiceAnd more!This book will take you through your first few weeks as a s... ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • Shaolin Lohan Kung-Fu

    by P'ng Chye Khim, Donn F. Draeger ...
    Master the ancient Chinese martial art of Shaolin Kung Fu with this illustrated martial arts guide.The style of martial arts described in this book is believed to have developed from a form devised at the Shaolin Temple by the Indian monk Bodhidharma. Called Shih-pa lohan shou (Eighteen Arhat Hands), it was the original Lohan form. Its purpose was to provide monks with exercises that would not ... Read more

    $11.59 USD

  • Tai Chi Fa Jin

    Advanced Techniques for Discharging Chi Energy

    by Mantak Chia, Andrew Jan ...
    A guide to the seemingly effortless yet explosively powerful martial art techniques of Fa Jin• Explains how to collect energy within and discharge it for self-defense as well as healing• Explores how to counter the natural instinct to resist force with force and develop yielding softness through the 13 Original Movements of Tai Chi• Illustrates routines for the partner practice of “Push Hands” ... Read more

    $23.99 USD

  • Wing Chun Forms

    by Steve Furlong ...
    Instructions for performing the six Wing Chun forms: Siu Nim Tau, Chum Kiu, Bil Jie, Mook Yan Jong (Wooden Dummy), Lum Dim Bok Quan (Long Pole), and Ba Chun Do (Short Swords). Book 1 of a series. ... Read more

    $3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Taoism

    An Essential Guide

    by Eva Wong ...
    A leading scholar feng shui master presents the great depth and diversity of Taoist philosophy, practices, and history in this accessible manual to the oft-misunderstood spiritual tradition.Millions of readers have come to the philosophy of Taoism thanks to the classics Tao Te Ching and the I Ching, or through the practices of t'ai chi and feng-shui, but the Tao is less known for its unique ... Read more

    $16.99 USD

  • Hardcore Self-Defense

    by C. R. Jahn ...
    HARDCORE SELF-DEFENSE is totally unlike any other martial-arts book you've ever read. It is the result of a lifetime of experience by one who walks the Warrior's Path. Jam-packed with useful information, no space is wasted with "filler material" like training methods, foreign terminology, or photographs of the author pretending to spar. No, this book gets right to the point and tells you the best ... Read more

    $3.99 USD