Throughout history there are a few individuals who some how get positioned to act as shining stars that guide the many with the light of their knowledge and transmission of their wisdom. I would like to extend my heartfelt and sincerest gratitude to some of the individuals that have had a profound influence within our beloved art of Taijiquan.

In no particular order:

Yang Jwing-Ming

He has been hailed as “one of the most influential martial artists” and he deserves every accolade that is bestowed upon him. As the creator of YMAA Publishing he has proven to be a prolific writer and teacher who tirelessly shares his knowledge through multiple forms of media. He has compiled what he has learned over 40+ years of study and then generously shared it with a society hungry for traditional teaching. All of his offerings are professional and authentic. Every single book and video is a wealth of information and will earn a place in your library. 

Jou Tsung Hwa

Master Jou was not only the author of three highly esteemed books but he was a scholarly beckon within the Taijiquan community. His passion for the art was clearly evident as he diligently studied the classics and various ancient texts. His propensity to stick with the basics and his desire to be an absolute Taiji purist are also traits that I admire.

Chen Man Ching

“Professor” as he was called by those students closest to him, was a teacher that so deeply influenced his inner students that they have taken it upon themselves to spread not only his 37 posture set but also the wisdom of his teachings. Know as the “Master of the Five Excellences” he bestowed upon the West a deep and profound interpretation of Taijiquan that far exceeded the physical aspects of forms. To get a taste of this Master’s gifts just read Wolfe Lowenthal’s “There are No Secrets” or “Gateway to the Miraculous,” fantastic Tai Chi literature.

B.K. Frantzis

Bruce Kumar Frantzis is man that has clearly paid his dues. He has travelled the world in search of knowledge, studied with a myriad of teachers, challenged his understanding through competitive means and overcome debilitating, life changing events.

A prolific writer and educator B.K. Frantzis has made it his personal mission to spread the wealth of internal arts knowledge to students around the globe. "The time for secrets," Frantzis says, "is past."

Peace

Rod