Books by David Gaffney & Davidine Sim

Chen Style Taijiquan:

The Source of Taiji Boxing

A clear guide to Chen Taijiquan’s true roots, core principles and powerful practice

 
 

“… soon to be classic book. The publication of Chen Style Taijiquan represents an important landmark in history of the seminal style of Taiji.”

JOURNAL OF ASIAN MARTIAL ARTS

 

Chen Taijiquan Illustrated

Vivid illustrations bring Chen Taijiquan’s core techniques, forms and principles to life

 
 

“Chen Taijiquan Illustrated is an exploration of pretty much everything that makes up Chen Taijiquan, from principles and body methods to practical usage and philosophy.”

TAI CHI NOTEBOOK

 

The Essence of Taijiquan

A rigorous examination of Taijiquan’s core principles, internal mechanics and classical theory

 
 

In The Essence of Taijiquan, David Gaffney and Davidine Siaw-Voon Sim provide a storehouse of intellectual tools to permit any serious Taiji student to penetrate the complexities of the Chen style.

JOURNAL OF ASIAN MARTIAL ARTS

 

Chen Taijiquan:

Masters and Methods

An intimate interview collection offering rare glimpses into Chen Taijiquan mastery

 
 

“Chen Taijiquan: Masters and Methods contains great information to help us along our path regardless of which style of Tai Chi we study/”

TAI CHI BASICS

Talking Chen Taijiquan: Training Notes

Curated articles from the Talking Chen Taijiquan newsletter

 
 
 

“… a must have supplement to training. The content is clear, honest and helpful and the illustrations are attractive. Highly recommended.”

JULIAN WILDE - NORWICH CHEN TAIJIQUAN SCHOOL

Talking Chen Taijiquan

99 essays published on the Talking Chen Taijiquan blog.

 
 

“a compilation of insights, teachings and interactions from some of the most accomplished practitioners of our time!

TAI CHI BASICS