The Tao of Yiquan

The Tao of Yiquan
Author: Jan Diepersloot
Publisher: Warriors of Stillness Trilogy
Total Pages: 251
Release: 2015-09
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 9780964997646

Based on the techniques and practices of various masters of Yiquan, this book focuses on the ability to defeat power and speed with the softness and stillness taught by this Chinese martial art. Yiquan, also known as I Ch'uan, is an ancient health and martial art system that has its roots in Buddhism and draws on Chinese meditative traditions. Central to Yiquan training methods is a practice of meditation that integrates mind and body to produce fajin, a powerful and potentially lethal force. Yiquan also relies on skills of awareness and stillness to counter and control this deadly force. This is volume two of the Warriors of Stillness trilogy.

The Complete Book of Yiquan

The Complete Book of Yiquan
Author: Tang Cheong Shing
Publisher: Singing Dragon
Total Pages: 418
Release: 2015-03-21
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0857011723

With detailed photographs and clear instruction for practice, this is the first book comprehensively to cover the history, development and training methods of this rarely taught esoteric internal martial art. The deceptively simple postures and movements of Yiquan are highly effective for achieving results for both health and combat, making it very appealing to martial artists, and Master Tang here reveals the secrets of a martial art still surrounded in mystery. He also provides a history of the origins and lineage of the Yiquan tradition, as well as detailed information on the stances and movements, weapons, and programs, grading and teaching. This complete guide to Yiquan will be essential for anyone interested in Yiquan or oriental martial and internal arts more generally.

XinYi WuDao

XinYi WuDao
Author: Zhongxian Wu
Publisher: Singing Dragon
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2014-03-21
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0857011561

In his unprecedented account of the way of martial arts, Master Zhongxian Wu explores WuDao through systematic instruction of select practices from the legendary Dai Family Style XinYi Martial Arts School. Traditional Chinese martial arts embody the richness and depth of Daoist philosophy, and their disciplined practice is an effective way to experience healing, internal alchemy and spiritual transformation. XinYi martial arts, as with all traditional Chinese martial arts, build strength and stamina, and involve a process of inner cultivation that can bring practitioners closer to the Dao. The author examines and interprets the connections between Daoist numerology, the spirit of classical Chinese martial arts, and internal alchemy practices. With extensive reference to the classic texts, the book provides unique and considered guidance that will inspire and empower practitioners of all levels. An authentic insight into the spiritual world of classical Chinese martial arts, this book is essential reading for practitioners of martial arts, NeiDan (internal alchemy), XinYi, Xingyi Quan, Taiji Quan, Bagua Zhang, Qigong and Chinese medicine, as well as anyone interested in traditional Chinese culture.

Steal My Art

Steal My Art
Author: Stuart Alve Olson
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2002-08-09
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781556434167

Now 101 years old, Master T. T. Liang came to the U.S. from Taiwan in the 1960s to introduce t'ai chi to America. His life story is full of the stuff that makes a great martial arts adventure: a career as a high-ranking government official, street fights and shootouts, opium dens and prostitutes, mystical martial arts masters and monks—the story of a life lived to the absolute maximum. Twenty-five photographs add to the captivating life story of this great t'ai chi master.

Yiquan and the Nature of Energy

Yiquan and the Nature of Energy
Author: Fong Ha
Publisher: Nature of Energy
Total Pages: 60
Release: 2019-01-04
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9780578402734

Yiquan incorporates physical and mental training into one simple system that requires no special equipment or skills. While it is a martial art, it is much more; Yiquan is a complete system of physical and mental cultivation that provides benefits for all - martial artists who want to refine their skills; those interested in improving their general health, strength and endurance; those interested in healing themselves or recovering from the effects of past illnesses, injuries or emotional traumas; those engaged in improving their ability to focus their mental energies; or those seeking tranquility in these less than tranquil times.

Standing Qigong for Health and Martial Arts - Zhan Zhuang

Standing Qigong for Health and Martial Arts - Zhan Zhuang
Author: Noel Plaugher
Publisher: Singing Dragon
Total Pages: 167
Release: 2015-03-21
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0857012045

Standing qigong is a simple, effective form of exercise suitable for all ages that can increase health, balance and vitality. This complete and accessible guide introduces standing qigong for health and martial arts. Beginning with an introduction describing his own discovery of the practice and an exploration of the health benefits, the author provides detailed instruction on the basic health postures and the process for diaphragmatic breathing. The second part of the book focuses on the martial postures and provides guidance on the subtle variations of the movements that help to cultivate and strengthen healing and internal power. Practice sequences are also included to help readers get started immediately, including, in the third part of the book, the Xing Yi Five Element linking form. Easy-to-follow, and covering all the basics, this guide to standing qigong is perfect for anyone who is looking for ways to improve their health, or with an interest in the internal or martial arts, especially practitioners of Taiji, Qigong, XinYi, Bagua,YiQuan and yoga.

Yiquan 360

Yiquan 360
Author: Ling Seto
Publisher:
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2020-11-27
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781777478704

A celebration of Yiquan for enthusiasts seeking a deeper and richer appreciation of the magnificence of the Internal Arts A departure from the standard "how-to" manual, Yiquan 360 provides the often missing theory and associated practice that will allow students of the Internal Arts to unlock their full potential as practitioners. It will demystify and fill knowledge gaps that exist outside of what is commonly taught and available in Internal Arts literature. Yiquan 360 was written to fulfill a promise made by Ling Seto to the late Francis H.T. Chan, a school mate and sparring partner of Bruce Lee, who served as a combat instructor to British troops stationed in Hong Kong. This book contains insights and teachings from almost fifteen years of training, observation and direction under Mr. Chan that are supported by Ling Seto's own experience and discoveries from five decades of martial arts study. As one of the rare texts to comprehensively describe and clarify the theory and practice behind the types of Internal Power and the techniques used by Yiquan to produce them, this book also reveals the founder's ultimate aim for Yiquan, and provides insight into other martial arts that utilise Internal Power, answering questions including the following: The rationale behind the slow pace of Taiji Yiquan's equivalent to Bagua's circle walking The role of Xingyi in influencing Yiquan The relation of the Internal Arts to Shaolin Qigong For current practitioners, this book is an invaluable resource that provides a bird's eye view of Yiquan, explaining all aspects of the art and the proper training progressions required to advance. For other internal arts students, this volume provides key insights into the methodology to produce Internal Power in their own practice. Through the understanding of Yiquan training procedures and their purpose, students can rediscover methods in their respective arts that will enhance their training and skills.

Empty Force

Empty Force
Author: Paul Dong
Publisher: Element Books, Limited
Total Pages: 158
Release: 1996
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN:

The 'empty force' is an extraordinary technique which utilizes the body's vital energy or 'chi'. This book reveals the secret of the 'empty force' to the general reader and explains how martial arts masters use its power to defend themselves.

Yiquan Beginners' Guide: Basic Skills

Yiquan Beginners' Guide: Basic Skills
Author: Joseph P. Lau
Publisher: Lulu.com
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2011-04-07
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1257161199

This is a primer on practicing Yiquan, a reality-based Chinese martial art involving mind-body synthesis. This is not an instruction manual; you will not learn Yiquan by reading this book; you must seek hands-on instruction from a competent teacher. Here we have provided the theories and principles, laying the foundation for you to study and research the true essence of realistic martial arts.