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Yin-Yang in Tai-Chi Chuan and Daily Lifeby Simmone Kuo
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:In Yin-Yang in Tai-Chi Chuan and Daily Life, Simmone Kuo provides the philosophical context for the practice of this popular martial art, showing how Taoist, Buddhist, and Confucian traditions have shaped the practice of Tai-Chi Chuan. Included here are student accounts of the strong impressions Mme. Kuo made on her students. Drawing on yearly research trips to China and her lecture in Advanced Tai-Chi Chuan at San Francisco State University, Mme. Kuo explores the application of Yin-Yang theory to: -Health and Nutrition -Daily Practice -Traditional Chinese Philosophy and the I Ching -The Teacher-Student Relationship -Self-Awareness and Self-Defense Synopsis:Tai-Chi teacher Simmone Kuo is known for her unique ability to relate to her students. A celebration of the strength, dignity, and humor of this remarkable teacher, this book offers her thoughtful exploration of Yin-Yang (Confucian) philosophy, the foundation of traditional Chinese culture and martial arts. It also locates Tai-Chi within a cultural context of history, philosophy, and literature. Photographs of the author's life, family, and students are included. About the AuthorSimmone Kuo has taught Chinese internal martial arts in San Francisco for the last two decades. She is familiar to Bay Area citizens and children from her many television and school appearances. She continues to lead classes at the academy, which bears her family name and is a member of the Physical Education Department at San Francisco State University. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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