Shaolin: the Root of Taijiquan, by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, June 23, 2009After Bodhidharma (Da Mo) passed down his qigong (chi kung) theory at Shaolin Temple around 550 A.D., the Shaolin monks trained the cultivation of Qi, and realized that from this cultivation, muscular power could be enhanced to a tremendous level, which could make martial techniques more powerful and effective.
Never Surrender , by Lawrence A. Kane, June 16, 2009The goal of self defense is not to win a fight, but rather to avoid combat in the first place. After all the only battle you are guaranteed to walk away from unscathed is the one you never engage in. Taking a beat-down can seriously mess up your life, yet winners have consequences too.
Simple Chinese Medicine: A Beginner's Guide to Natural Healing and Well-Being, by Dr. Aihan Kuhn CMD, June 9, 2009More and more people are seeking to understand how Chinese medicine can help them prevent illness and provide a better quality of life. To address this significant trend, my book “Simple Chinese Medicine: A Beginner's Guide to Natural Healing and Well-Being” explains the healing powers of eastern medicine in an easy to understand, relevant and personalized manner.
O Treino na YMAA Portugal (Portuguese), by Pedro Rodrigues, June 1, 2009O treino na Ymaa Portugal aborda três áreas distintas, formando classes com características peculiares e uma entidade distinta.
Balance Between Work and Rest, by Xu Xiangcai, May 26, 2009Throughout history mankind has had to work and struggle against nature in order to survive. In doing so, however, one must work within the limits of his or her tolerance and must rest to release tension caused by work.
David Grantham's Seminar in New York
On June 6th and 7th, DJ Washington hosted Coach Instructor David Grantham seminars in Olean, New York
Ramel Rones at Tai Chi Symposium
Ramel Rones will present his research on the benefits of tai chi for osteoarthritis of the knee
3rd Traditional YMAA Kung Fu Championship in Portugal
On July 19th, YMAA Portugal will host the 3rd edition of Traditional YMAA Kung Fu Championship
Dr. Kuhn attends book signing in Massachusetts
Noted author and Taiji expert, Dr. Aihan Kuhn, will attend a book signing event at Tatnuck Booksellers
Arthur Rosenfeld holds book signing event in Florida
Nationally known author and martial arts expert, Arthur Rosenfeld, will attend a book signing event at Books & Books
Train with Dr. Yang in California
You are invited to YMAA CA and join in the training there with Dr. Yang, almost any time of the year
UPCOMING EVENTS
Jul 10-Aug 21, California Seminars
Jul 28-Aug 2, Portugal Summer Camp
Sep 18-20, Dr. Yang in Santa Cruz, CA
RECENT REVIEW
Tom B. - "Clear, Plain, Awesome." June 200
This DVD set is one of the best martial arts instruction videos I've ever seen. Each technique is explained in depth with a verbal description of what each joint is doing as you watch the action taking place. There are literally hundreds of locks and grappling moves explained, described, and demonstrated on this 2-disc set. I particularly enjoyed the sequences in the bonus video... Read more
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