Author: Westbrook, Adele; Author: Westbrook, A. M.
Reissue; Paperback; 1300 Illustrations
376 pages
Published: December 1995
Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 0804800049

Tai Chi Chuan: Form to Function is a detailed manual for the study of the martial techniques of tai chi chuan. It takes up where Sutton's earlier title, Applied Tai Chi Chuan, left off, by setting out step-by-step the training exercises necessary for the mastery of tai chi chuan as a true combative art. Sutton outlines a well-defined program designed to lead to understanding and masteryof the useful self-defense techniques. Some of the techniques explained include beginning basic execution of hand patterns, complex exercises, training with partners in predetermined push-hands routines, and freestyle push hands sparring.There is no attack in Aikido, its goal is merely to neutralize an agression and render an attacker harmless, without causing any serious injury. This text provides an illustrated introduction to the art of Aikido.