Bruce Frantzis

This book's primary focus is on the detailed descriptions of the three main internal boxing methods (Hsing I, Ba Gua, and Tai Chi), as well as many substyles. In-depth comparisons and analyses of the different arts in regard to their methods of movement, principles and philosophies, use of force and energy, body mechanics, and some practical applications, are also described. Frantzis also includes

Opening the Energy Gates of Your Body explains the practice of chi gung (qigong), the 3000-year-old self-healing exercise system from China. Originally published in 1993, this book has become a classic that has inspired tens of thousands of Westerners to learn to activate their chi—life-force energy—to improve their health, reduce stress and reverse the effects of aging. This fully revised edition

This is the first volume of a two-book series that peels away the metaphors and explains the living tradition of Taoist meditation, which is little known or taught in the West. Most of what people know about Taoism comes from philosophical texts such as the I-Ching or the Tao Te Ching by Lao Tse.However, outside China virtually nothing is known of Lao Tse's living tradition of Taoism.

An accessible guide to the ancient Chinese meditation practice shows readers the ins and outs of this powerful technique that can prevent disease, lower blood pressure, manage stress, increase physical strength and flexibility, improve longevity, and assist deep relaxation. Original.

According to Time Magazine, tai chi is “the perfect exercise.”Tai chi’s incredible powers are reflected in its popularity. Over 200 million practitioners worldwide—young, old, athletic, sedentary, chronically ill, overweight—are using tai chi’s slow, graceful movements as a potent preventative health care practice to regain control of their health, boost high performance, manage stress

This second volume of The Water Method of Taoist Meditation Series focuses on the Water Method's central the inner dissolving process-showing how to overcome your inner psychological demons and distractions, how the mindstream functions and how internal alchemy differs in Taoism's Fire and Water traditions. You will gain a new understanding of the spiritual importance of cultivating the physical b

Revolution is generally considered something external, explosive. In this book, Bruce Frantzis, renowned chi master and author, challenges readers to embark on an inner revolution to reclaim joy and happiness in life, reverse the effects of aging and release their stress and negative emotions.Chi adepts can consciously feel and work with all the acupuncture meridians, internal organs a

As part of my training as a Taoist priest in China, I learned 3,000 ancient liturgies that create vibrations for changing the energetic frequencies in human beings. I use these powerfully effective chants to help my students relax their tension, energetic blockages, emotions and churning thoughts. After decades of being asked to record them, I finally feel the time has come to share them with y

In a live performance, Taoist Lineage Master Bruce Frantzis chants never-before-recorded liturgies in ancient Chinese accompanied by former Kitaro violinist Steve Kindler on the seven-string violin.During his training as a Taoist priest in China, Frantzis learned 3,000 liturgies, rich in vibrational overtones, as tools to activate and weave together the eight energy bodies in a human b

Let Go to Reclaim Your Inner LifeListen to this 6-CD set to learn powerful methods to let go of your tension, fear, anger, and pain. Calmly turn inward to awaken the great human potential in yourself.Bruce Frantzis’ books, CDs, and DVDs are unique in their practicality and relevance to modern life. The Water Method of Taoism has been transmitted for thousands of years from teache

“If you want to be healthy and live to one hundred, do chi gung.”—Dr. Mehmet Oz, Health Expert on the Oprah Winfrey ShowFor millennia, hundreds of millions of people have used energy practices like chi gung to become incredibly healthy, enjoy a fulfilling sex life, reverse the effects of aging, and relieve pain, anxiety, and stress. Bruce Frantzis says, “The smooth, balanc

Does your mind wander all over the place? Does your body fidget when you try to practice Standing? In CD-1, Lineage Master Bruce Frantzis helps you focus on correcting your body alignments and releasing negative emotions. Standing is the foundation of Opening the Energy Gates of Your Body chi gung/qigong and many other chi gung sets.In CD-2, Frantzis guides you through the complete Ene

Practiced by millions in China to release stress and maintain robust health, Dragon and Tiger qigong is also used to help prevent and heal cancer and to mitigate the effects of radiation and chemotherapy. Frantzis chose Dragon and Tiger from among several hundred sets he researched because its seven simple movements are easy to learn and offer about 80 percent of the health benefits found in the m

In Bagua and Tai Chi, noted teacher Bruce Frantzis demonstrates through these two important practices what is required to develop and embody high levels of chi flow. Inside the slow-motion movements of tai chi is a sophisticated mind/body/spirit practice. Derived from the I Ching (Book of Changes), bagua is unique in its circular movements, spiraling energy, and unpredictable changes of direction.

Bruce Frantzis developed his Taoist Longevity Breathing® Program from traditional Taoist breathing methods that he acquired in his 40 years as a martial artist, chi master, Taoist priest and energetic healer. Learn how to get more from each breath with simple exercises that can be practiced at any time. The Taoist Breathing for Tai Chii and Meditation 2-CD set will help you begin the process of br

Since the first waves of Eastern philosophy traveled across the sea, Westerners have been intrigued by ancient traditions such as tantra, yoga, tai chi, and martial arts. Yet although some aspects of Taoist sexual practices have appeared in print, until now there has been no comprehensive book on Taoist sexual meditation. The Water method of Taoist sexual meditation, as was taught by L

This 1,500-year-old self-healing exercise strengthens the immune system, mitigates chronic illness, prevents and heals cancer, reduces stress and anxiety, and improves focus and well-being. Dragon and Tiger medical qigong is based on Chinese medicine's acupuncture wellness model. The practice consists of seven movements which regulate and strengthen all of the acupuncture meridians of the body.<br

Taoist yoga is ancient China’s soft yet powerful alternative to what is popularly known today as hatha yoga. The system Frantzis has developed to teach China’s yoga is called Longevity Breathing® yoga. Its primary emphasis is to stimulate the flow of chi and free blocked energy. Combining gentle postures and Longevity Breathing techniques systematically opens the body’s energy channels, thereby ac

Heaven and Earth Qigong is a gift from the ancients, a self-healing practice that has never been put into print and shared publicly, traditionally being reserved only for disciples. Its many threads of neigong are activated and integrated in a way that gives practitioners a taste of what is possible from ongoing study of Taoist Water tradition arts—without the complex choreography associated with

Dragon and Tiger Medical Qi Gung is practiced by millions of people in China to release stress and maintain superior health, as well as to help prevent cancer and heal chronic disease. Chi, internal life-force energy, is the foundation of all Chinese medicine, as well as the power behind the internal martial arts. In acupuncture, needles are inserted into specific points along energy channels to s

Opening the Energy Gates of Your Body explains the practice of chi gung (qigong), the 3000-year-old self-healing exercise system from China. Originally published in 1993, this book has become a classic that has inspired tens of thousands of Westerners to learn to activate their chi—life-force energy—to improve their health, reduce stress and reverse the effects of aging. This fully revised edition

This 1,500-year-old self-healing exercise strengthens the immune system, mitigates chronic illness, prevents and heals cancer, reduces stress and anxiety, and improves focus and well-being. Dragon and Tiger medical qigong is based on Chinese medicine's acupuncture wellness model. The practice consists of seven movements which regulate and strengthen all of the acupuncture meridians of the body.<br

Practiced by millions in China to release stress and maintain robust health, Dragon and Tiger qigong is also used to help prevent and heal cancer and to mitigate the effects of radiation and chemotherapy. Frantzis chose Dragon and Tiger from among several hundred sets he researched because its seven simple movements are easy to learn and offer about 80 percent of the health benefits found in the m