This book explores two comprehensive practices, illustrated with over 200 photos featuring solid and dotted lines along with arrows to clearly demonstrate the directions of the staff, hand, and foot movements. To reach a broader audience, we've included bilingual text (English and Spanish), ensuring the posture instructions are accessible to learners worldwide. Whether you're seeking physical vitality, inner balance, or martial arts training, the Tai Chi Hiking Staff practice offers a versatile, holistic approach to health and self-defense. The Tai Chi Hiking Staff draws from traditional Chinese martial arts and Qigong, incorporating techniques from Whip Stick (????), Shaolin Stick (???), Broadsword (??), Taoist Tiger Tail Staff (?????), Chen Tai Chi Guandao (??????), Chen Style Tai Chi Pear Blossom Spear and White Ape Staff (???????????), Beggar Sect Rabid-dog Beating Staff (??????), Five Animal Frolics (???). These practices are enriched by the teachings of my Shifu, Grandmaster Chen Zhenglei (???), Shibo Chen Xiaowang (???), Zhu Tiancai (???), and other esteemed masters, such as Zang Hongxian (???), Abraham Liu, Dan Lee, Professor Li Deyin (???), and Professor Yu Dinghai (???), who was my PhD advisor at Shanghai University of Sport.
Tai Chi Qigong Hiking Staff for Beginners
This introductory set serves as a foundation for Tai Chi Hiking Staff for Self-Defense, blending basic martial arts techniques, Tai Chi principles, and elements of the Five Animal Frolics (???). Suitable for all ages, it fosters physical well-being and balance while standing alone as a complete Qigong practice.
Tai Chi Hiking Staff for Self-Defense
This advanced routine transforms the hiking staff into a practical tool for self-defense and whole-body fitness. Its bladeless, portable design allows for seamless grip transitions, mimicking long-handled weapons like the spear or Guandao. The staff bridges traditional martial arts with modern fitness, offering a full-body workout, enhanced coordination, and cardiovascular benefits. Created by Dr. Jesse Tsao, Tai Chi Healthways offers instructional videos and instructor certification program at: https: //taichihealthways.com/
