Tai chi chuan is the most popular as well as least understood Chinese martial art currently practiced. However, Yang Jwing-Ming, one of the most notable tai chi teachers, attempts to clear some common misconceptions through effective explanations and technique photographs. For anyone with an interest in tai chi, this book is a must.

Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan (Unique Literary Books of the World)

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Yang Ph.D., Dr. Jwing-Ming

Jwing-Ming Chinese Martial Arts, Yang

Exercise & Fitness

Unique Publications

This book contains four short Chinese folktales for children, re-told by Dr. Yang and illustrated with watercolors.
The first called "The Mask of the King" is a tale about a king who removes the long-worn mask upon his face only to discover that his subjects can now see the 'real him'. The second story "A Blessing in Disguise" is the story of a wise man who knows not to become too excited by strokes of fortune or misfortune. The third "The Poison of Love" is a story about hatred being overcome by love. The fourth story "A Thief and the Bell" is about a wise judge using a clever trick to discover who the thief really is.
All these stories are based upon the oral folktales of China and contain strong moral messages. Illustrated with original Chinese paintings, the stories are retold by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming.

The Mask of the King (Chinese Storybook Series # 2)

Children's Books

Literature & Fiction

YMAA Publication Center

This book contains four inspiring Chinese folktales, told by Dr. Yang and illustrated with watercolors. The first, called "The Fox Borrows the Tiger's Awe" is a fable about a Fox who does some quick thinking in order to escape the jaws of the tiger. The second story, "A Fight of No Fight" is about a boy who overcomes his brothers temper by perseverance. The third, "A Rich Man in Jail" shows a man who is trapped by his wealth, and learns a lesson about greed. The fourth "The Trick of Gold" is about a boy who learns about the real depth of knowledge.All these stories are based upon the oral folktales of China that Dr. Yang heard while growing up, and they contain strong moral messages. Illustrated with original Chinese paintings, the stories are retold by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming.

The Fox Borrows the Tiger's Awe (Chinese Storybook Series # 3)

Animals

Quite a few books have been published on the subject of Chin Na (Qin Na), the proven seizing techniques of Chinese martial arts. However, most books focus on the introduction of techniques themselves, and contain very little or no discussion on application in actual combat situations. This seizing art has thus been confined to stage performances instead of real combat use.
 Although Dr. Yang has published other Chin Na books, both fundamental and advanced texts, he believes this work is necessary in order to make this art more complete and alive. Therefore, in addition to introducing many new techniques, this book is also laid out according to actual combat scenarios - for example, application of Chin Na when your opponent punches, grabs, kicks or attacks with a knife.

Comprehensive Applications in Shaolin Chin Na: The Practical Defense of Chinese Seizing Arts for All Styles (Qin Na : The Practical Defense of Chinese Seizing Arts for All Martial Arts Styles)

Xingyiquan: Theory, Applications, Fighting Tactics and Spirit

Xingyiquan (Hsing I Chuan) is one of the best known Chinese internal martial arts.
 Xingyi means "Shape Mind", and Quan means "Fist" or "Style". The name derives from the style's imitation of the movements and inner characteristics of twelve animals. The style was created by Marshal Yeuh Fei, a famous general of the Chinese Song Dynasty.
 The practice of Xingyiquan, like Taijiquan, improves Qi circulation in the body and maintains health. In addition, the training builds up an abundant level of internal Qi so that both the physical body and the mental body can be strengthened.
 This book presents traditional Xingyiquan training, including two sequences with many of their martial applications, and the famous fighting set "An Shen Pao". The most unique part of this book is the discussion of Xingyiquan theories and principles, drawn from many of the ancient poems and songs. Understanding these will greatly speed your training.
 <ul>
 <li>Deepen your Understanding for Great Xingyi.</li>
 <li>Inspiration and Advice for a Lifetime of Practice.</li>
 <li>For All Levels of Experience.</li>
 
</ul>

Liang, Shou-Yu

Profound - In Depth - Taijiquan Theory 
 In the last seven centuries, many songs and poems have been composed about Taijiquan. These have played a major role in preserving the knowledge and wisdom of the masters, although in many cases, the identity of the authors and the dates of origin have been lost.
 For the last twenty years, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming has translated many of these documents and according to him, he believes numerous are incomplete for reasons relating to: forgotten oral secrets, authors personal understandings narrowly focused and many documents are missing.
 Taijiquan Theory of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming is an attempt to join together the various theories on Taijiquan in one complete text. "Based upon my personal background and understanding, I have tried my best to compile the Taijiquan Theory and practice concepts in this book. I have attempted to make this effort as complete as possible".
 This book is structured with songs and poems, followed by the original Chinese text and any interpretation of the passage. All of the songs and poems have been written by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming.
 <ul>
 <li>About regulating the Body, Breath, Mind, Qi and Spirit</li>
 <li>About Jin, Pushing Hands and Sparring</li>
 <li>Taiji long and short fighting strategies</li>
 <li>Relationship of Jin and Qi</li>
 <li>Unification of the internal Qi and external physical manifestations of the Qi</li>
 
</ul>

Taijiquan Theory of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming: The Root of Taijiquan

Chin Na (Qin Na) is one of the four major fighting categories in all Chinese martial styles. The four categories are: 
 <ul>
 <li>Kicking (Ti)</li> <li>Striking (Da)</li> <li>Wrestling (Shuai)</li> <li>Seize-Controlling (Na)</li>
 
</ul>
 Seize-Controlling Chin Na techniques can be effectively used against an opponents grabbing attacks as well as against wrestling. Pressing and striking Chin Na can be used to seal the opponents breathing, vein/artery, or Qi circulation, which can cause severe pain, numbness, and unconsciousness. Some techniques can even be fatal.
 Most of Chin Na can be learned easily and be adopted into any martial style. Chin Na has been known as the root of the Japanese arts of Jujitsu and Aikido, and practitioners can use the study of Chin Na to increase their understanding of the theory and principles of their own arts.
 This book is designed to make learning easier.
 If you study a barehand art, likely there are Chin Na techniques you can adapt!
 You will learn over 150 Chin Na techniques
 <ul>
 <li>Fundamental principles that make Chin Na work.</li>
 <li>Speed, power, grabbing, escaping, and countering techniques.</li>
 <li>Finger Chin Na.</li>
 <li>Wrist Chin Na.</li>
 <li> Elbow Chin Na.</li>
 <li> Shoulder, neck, and waist Chin Na.</li>
 <li> Leg Chin Na.</li>
 <li> Muscle Grabbing Chin Na.</li>
 <li> Cavity press Chin Na.</li>
 <li> Using Chin Na in a fight.</li>
 <li> Dealing with injuries.</li>
 
</ul>
 The ability to control an opponent through Chin Na is one of the highest measures of martial skill. You will improve your martial skills with the many training methods, attacks, and counterattack techniques detailed in this book. Your are going to increase your fighting options!
 Remember, Chin Na can be integrated with any open hand martial style.

Analysis of Shaolin Chin Na: Instructors Manual for All Martial Art Styles

THE SPINE IS THE ROOT OF ALL MOTION - QIGONG EXERCISES CAN HELP ELIMINATE BACK PAIN
 Young or old, sedentary or athletic; it is likely that you will experience some sort of back pain injury in your lifetime. Since the spine is the root of all motion, a healthy back is vital to well-being.
 Although Western Medicine has made great progress in treating spinal illnesses and lower back pain, it has only limited success in actually healing it.
 Chinese Medicine, over the last four thousand years, has developed many of its own methods to treat spine problems, including Qigong exercises, acupuncture, massage, and herbal treatments. By doing Qigong exercises, you can effectively treat many cases of spinal illnesses and rebuild the strength of your torso, which is the root of complete healing.
 This book introduces Qigong exercises that can restore the health of the spine. Some of the exercises are designed to heal a condition, others to help rebuild the strength of the joints, still others to help keep the back healthy and prevent further problems from developing.

Back Pain Relief: Chinese Qigong for Healing and Prevention

Parenting & Relationships

QIGONG EXERCISES CAN HELP HEAL AND PREVENT ARTHRITIS
 It is likely that 1 out of 7 of us will be afflicted with arthritis in our lifetime. Healthy joints are the key to pain-free movement, and qigong can help to promote healthy joints.
 Although Western medicine has made great progress in treating Arthritis, it has limited success in actually healing it; rather focusing more on relieving pain and inflammation.
 Over the past four thousand years, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has developed many methods to treat arthritis, including qigong exercises, acupuncture, massage, and herbal treatments. By doing qigong exercises, you can effectively treat many types of arthritis and rebuild the strength of your joints, which is the root of true healing.
 This book introduces qigong exercises that have been successfully used in China to treat arthritis. It begins with general concepts of Qigong, a summary of arthritis according to both Western and Eastern medicine, an explanation of how qigong treats arthritis, and finally gentle qigong exercises you can use to help prevent, treat and heal arthritis.

Arthritis Relief: Chinese Qigong for Healing and Prevention (Qigong-Health and Healing)

Qigong Massage, one of the oldest methods of healing, is built upon five thousand years of progress and a highly refined, solid theoretical foundation. Used to improve health, slow down aging, and treat many types of illnesses, Qigong massage is a wide and deep healing science, and the root of many other popular forms of massage therapy.
 This comprehensive text by world renowned Qigong scholar, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, presents the fundamental techniques and theory of Qigong massage that therapists can use to enhance their skills, and deepen their knowledge and application of Qi (energetic) healing.
 Not only for therapists! Novices will find the instruction and techniques in this book practical and useful for recovering from fatigue, aches and pains, tension and more. A special section on Self-Massage is presented to help those in need of massage treatment benefits, but who lack a partner or therapist.
 With over five hundred photographs and illustrations in this book, Dr. Yang will be your guide into the art and science of Chinese Qigong Massage.

Qigong Massage: Fundamental Techniques for Health and Relaxation

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by Yang Ph.D., Dr. Jwing-Ming. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Books by Yang Ph.D., Dr. Jwing-Ming