The following are videos and books that Yongnian Taiji Martial Arts has produced over the last several years. Within the past few months we have produced several new videos. It is our hope that we can create a library of Taiji and qigong videos for better promotion of these arts. All comments and questions regarding these these resources can be addressed to [email protected].

The traditional Wu Style Taijiquan routine created by Wu Jianquan is demonstrated by Ted Knecht. The video consists of a front and rear view demonstration of the entire form. This video is an excellent reference for those who know the form or those that are interested in learning more of the Wu style. 45 minutes. Price:$35.00.

This video demonstrates the 13 Posture Yang style Taiji Broadsword routine as taught by Master Yang Zhenduo, great grandson of the Yang style founder. Knecht who learned this routine directly from Yang begins with a front and rear view demonstration. The routine is then broken down into the thirteen postures with front and rear view angles for ease of learning. The video ends with another demonstration of the routine at a faster pace. 30 minutes. Price: $35.00.

This video demonstrates the 32 Posture Yang style Taiji staightsword routine. Knecht begins with a front and rear view demonstration. The routine is then broken down into the 32 postures with front and rear view angles for ease of learning. 30 minutes. Price: $35.00.

The 85 posture Yang style is taught in this videotape. Included are sections on history, basic Yang style techniques, and a front and rear view demonstration of the 85 posture routine. Excellent tape for Yang stylists. 60 minutes. Price: $39.95

This videotape demonstrates 34 various exercises in six sections. Based on Chinese medical research, these exercises will stretch, strengthen, and improve blood and energy (Qi) circulation throughout the entire body. The exercises work neck, shoulder, back, hip, leg, feet, and internal body. The video can be followed from beginning to end for a complete body and mind workout or by various exercise for a particular body ailment. 40 minutes. Price: $35.00.

The elementary and intermediate levels of this internal energy style is taught in this one video. Knecht who studied this while living in China first demonstrates each level and then follows by verbal instructions on each movement. There are 15 movements to each level. The system is intended to increase energy levels and benefit health. Easy to learn for people of any age. No background in other styles is needed. 60 minutes. Price: $39.95

Refer to the Qigong section for more details about this internal energy style.

This authoritative book is one of the few books that details the history, basics, health benefits, and martial aspects of Yang Style Taijiquan. The material in this web site is derived from this book. Sections on proper body alignment, stance work, hand forms, kicking methods, and others make this book very practical for anyone practicing Taijiquan. Much of the material within this book comes from sources such as Fu Zhongwen, Mei Ying Sheng, Zhao Bin, and other top Taijiquan masters. To view an outline of the book, please click here. 8.5 X 11. 100pp. Spiral Bound. Price $17.95

Xiang Gong is a traditional 2,000 year old Buddhist Qigong style. Qigong is a ancient form of exercise designed to strengthen one's internal energy and overall health. Xiang Gong is considered to be an effective form of exercise for generating internal energy and improving the health of the body. This style is very easy to learn and requires no previous background in martial arts to practice. The book includes the elementary level, self-massage techniques, and questions and answers about the style. 8.5 X 11. 59 Drawings. 65 pp. Spiral Bound. Price: $15.00

Refer to the Qigong section for more details about this style.

This book provides an excellent introduction to the basics of qigong practice. Qigong is a form of exercise designed to help strenghten the body and to aid in the generation of internal energy. This book explains the practical requirements for the proper practice of qigong. Included is the regulation of the mind, breath, and body with many diagrams illustrating various postures. There is a section on enhancing internal energy by various exercises such as Guan Yin Meditation, Absorbing the Essence from the Moon and Sun, etc. The main section of the book describes in detail simple methods for the treatment of various ailments such as cancer, hypertension, obesity, graying hair, and many others. 8.5 X 11. 90 pp. Spiral Bound. Price: $16.95

An excerpt of this best selling book was published in the February 1996 issue of Wushu/Kungfu Magazine. This informative and practical book presents material directly from the Shaolin Temple in Henan Province, China. Much of the material within the book has never been made available in English before now. Included in this book is history, internal training, qigong practice, and forms training. Some of the Shaolin training techniques found in the book include Jin Gang's Three Hidden Palms, Four Section Skills, Eight Pieces of Brocade, Muscle Changing Classics, Consummate Boxing Skills, Xinyiba (Mind and Intent Boxing) routine and many others. To view an outline of this book, please click here. This book is a must for the Shaolin practitioner. 8.5 X 11. 95 pp. Numerous illustrations. Spiral Bound. Price: $17.95

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