Product Description
by Andrew Townsend (Author)
This book is a complete guide for anyone who practices the Simplified 24 Tai Chi Form. Unlike other, more general books on the subject of Tai Chi, this book is written specifically for the millions of individuals who regularly practice this universal Form. Written by an author with over twenty-five years of experience in the art of Tai Chi and more than ten years of experience teaching the Simplified 24 Form, Tai Chi Essentials- The Simplified 24 Form is comprehensive in its coverage and precise in the detailed descriptions and numerous photographs depicting each posture in the Form."As a Tai Chi player for 12 years, I found Tai Chi Essentials - The Simplified 24 Form, to be purposefully written. This book covers the 24 Form in a concise manner, while answering many of the questions that arise when learning Tai Chi. I will use it regularly in teaching and learning." -Theresa Chase, White Tortoise Qi Gong & Tai Chi"An invaluable resource for those in the early stages of the practice of Tai Chi. Clear, concise and thoughtfully written, Andrew Townsend conveys his vast knowledge of this ancient art in a manner that accelerates learning and promotes an understanding of its origins."-Dr. Zelda Zeleski, Ed.D."This book is a treasure trove of information. Written with a historian's eye for detail, it is accessible (and useful ) to beginners, while offering substance that more advanced practitioners will appreciate. Among the many books that have been written on tai chi, this volume stands out."-Damian Bonazolli, Jd
