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This is a video promotion for the 10 May 2010 release of the book, "The Art of Western Tai Chi Ch'uan: The Supreme, Ultimate and Sweet Science of Boxing with Tem Limbs (Copyright 2009)" by Strategic/Eloquent Book Publishers. The purchase website can be found at: http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/TheArtOfWesternTaiChiChuan.html Here is what is being said about the book by Internal and External Martial Art professionals: "With Tai Chi's growing popularity in the Western world, one challenge that the mainstream society usually faces is how this oriental, martial art can be woven into the Western culture so that it can be easily understood and widely accepted. Martial Arts veteran Gurjot K. Singh offers a path towards unravelling this puzzle. The book provides a systematic view and practical module to the readers to understand and exercise this 'Western' Tai Chi. The book will benefit any martial art lover in their daily practice and help the professionals in creating new programs." The American Tai Chi and Qigong Association "This book is a experience for all to read. It brings you past just traditional thinking, opens your mind and lets you explore paths of both eastern and western culture and influence on the arts. I strongly recommend all persons interested in Martial Arts read this and add it to their knowledge base." Tae Kwon Do Grandmaster Dr. Ibraham Ahmed President, World Martial Arts College Yang Style Adept under Lineage Master Yang Zhen Duo "The timely appearance of this excellent book, The Art of Western Tai Chi Chuan, nicely addresses the long standing challenges faced by many Western practitioners of Tai Chi Chuan. The author of this book, Mr. Gurjot Singh, clearly presents the subject in an informative and entertaining style, with a refreshing point of view regarding a practical application of the material. The use of Chinese language terms and obscure philosophical references, which often confuse the uninitiated Western enthusiast, are held to a necessary minimum. As such, this book is imminently readable and will likely hold the reader's attention throughout. In conclusion, if you have an interest in acquiring a better understanding of the basic tenents of Tai Chi Chuan practice in any style, as well as deeper insights into the more subtle aspects of this art's use as an excellent martial art, I highly recommend giving it a thorough read." Sifu & Dr. Gary Stier, OMD. Lineage Grandmaster Shen Men Tao Kung Fu This is a film presenting some of the training methods used in Angel's Gym for striking and grappling. The methods include what Martial Science calls internal and external approaches to increase fighting skill and conditioning. These training methods, and others, are incorporated during, before or after Form and Sparring (Pushhands or Full-Contact) practices. According to Grandmaster & Dr. of Chinese Medicine Gary Stier, Stationary, Linear and Circular movement efficiency and effectiveness is based on sinking "Sung" or balance. Tai Chi (Stationary), Xingyi (Linear) and Bagua (Circular) are the Eastern examples representing these movement patterns. Western Boxing, Kickboxing and Grappling can be enhanced when they are so weighted in defense that they are nigh immovable in comparison to their opponent. This allows for a calculated and deliberate offense which is percieved as irresistable when the 5 energies and 5 Character Secret are incessantly practiced in tandem. Internal and external training is necessary to achieve this ability against an equally skilled opponent. External and Internal are integral principles and processes in the Western Tai Chi Ch'uan fighting system. Perhaps you will see how these exercises play into the movement patterns for your particular fighting style and gain some insight into how to use them or not use them in your training regimine.... Enjoy and thanks...