TAI CHI articles that explore the ideas
The problem with most books and articles on Tai Chi is that most people are looking for to learn how to do the moves. This is difficult to convey with the written word alone. In addition, when you do find images or videos they rarely match what you are learning in class. But there are other reasons to read about Tai Chi that to learn techniques alone.
So what can books and articles offer? If you are new to the art, start by asking yourself why You want to learn, and what You wish to get from Tai Chi. This list of best books might prove helpful. If you are looking for something more personal, and less dogmatic in a world of tradition and formality, you could check out my approach and take a look at my list of my books. Meanwhile, explore the ideas below…
A Tribute to the Martial Artist Jim Kelly
A tribute to one of the stars from Enter the Dragon: the martial artist Jim Kelly who appears in this brief round -table discussion on working with the little dragon. An excerpt from the comical parody on the martial arts - by Paul Read the teapotmonk
How to update tai chi for the 21st century
How to practice Tai Chi in the 21st century : Update the language and drop the mysticism
How to Create and Design Your Own Tai Chi Form
Why you may want to create your own Tai Chi form. Why would anyone do it and how can you do it? In this short article Paul Read explores creating a tai chi form.
The Tao of Tai Chi: Politics and the Martial arts
What is the link between Tai Chi and Politics? What is the relationship between anarchism as a political theory and Taoism? teapotmonk explores the tao of politics.
45 Years On: The Authenticity of Enter the Dragon
Bruce lee and Enter the Dragon. A look back 45 years later on the influence and impact of the film for practitioners of 21st century arts