Official Educational & Research Resources
Books, Instructional Videos, Articles, and Verified References
Overview
In this section, you will find the most comprehensive collection of educational and research resources in the fields of classical holistic texts, internal and martial arts, and healing disciplines. This collection is curated and regularly updated with the aim of preserving instructional integrity, enhancing the quality of learning, and transmitting the original and scientific principles of the arts.
The content is divided into two main categories:
Section I: Official YMAA Publications
This section features officially published works directly approved by the Founder, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, and other credible sources affiliated with the YMAA International Organization, including:
- Official instructional books on Taijiquan, Qigong, Kung Fu, Self-Defense, and Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Structured and detailed YMAA training videos, supporting proper learning of forms, techniques, breathing, and mental exercises
- Specialized articles by Dr. Yang and senior YMAA members, covering theoretical and practical insights into the internal arts
- The YMAA International Curriculum Guide, outlining the educational path and standardized training modules
- Supplementary resources for students, instructors, and researchers across all branches of Taijiquan and Qigong
All of these resources are endorsed by the YMAA Headquarters and serve as the official reference for study and instruction across all branches and representatives worldwide.
Section II: Selected Independent Research Sources
In addition to official YMAA publications, this section includes a curated selection of independent and academically credible texts in the fields of Yoga, psychosomatic therapy, and philosophy. These resources reflect over a decade of dedicated research, clinical experience, and in-depth study of authentic Eastern traditions, handpicked and approved by the course instructor and researcher, Aryanmehr.
- Authentic Yoga texts, including classical commentaries on the Yoga Sutras, and primary sources from Hatha, Kriya, and Viniyoga traditions, as well as reputable modern works
- Clinical and practical guides in body-mind therapy, integrating breathwork, somatic movement, and awareness
- Comparative studies bridging Yoga, Qigong, and Taijiquan, focusing on bioenergetics, meditation, and inner health
Though these works are not published by YMAA, they are considered highly relevant, scientifically aligned, and philosophically consistent with YMAA’s standards and the mission of our school. They serve as valuable extensions to your training and study.
Choose Your Sources Wisely
We believe that deep, authentic education requires access to documented, credible, and approved resources—whether from within the YMAA official system or the broader landscape of parallel, time-honored traditions shaped by rigorous research and lived practice.
Latest Reasearches
Advanced Taiji Ball Training (高級太極球之練習)
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A Busy Mind, a Tired Body: Where Does Fatigue Come From?
Fatigue does not always come from physical work; sometimes, an overactive mind—through rumination, worry, and constant scenario-building—drains our energy more than the body does. This text offers an integrated perspective from neuroscience, cognitive psychology, and Eastern traditions to explain why mindful movement, breathing, and present-moment awareness can reduce mental fatigue and restore energy.
Can Tai Chi Help Reduce Depression? A Look at the Latest Scientific Evidence
In recent years, researchers have increasingly turned their attention to complementary approaches that can, alongside conventional treatments, help improve mental health. One such approach is Tai Chi, a Chinese art that has its roots in ancient tradition and is now widely used as a gentle mind–body practice in many healthcare and wellness settings around the world.
The Difference Between Qigong and Tai Chi
While Qigong and Tai Chi share a foundation in traditional Chinese philosophy and practices centered around qi (energy), they differ in their historical development, focus, and forms of practice. Qigong is a broader term for energy cultivation practices, whereas Tai Chi is a specific martial art that incorporates Qigong principles into its movements.
Compensatory Release Valves and Inner Order in Yoga, Qigong, and Taijiquan
Compensatory Release Valves and Inner Order in Yoga, Qigong, and Taijiquan In the classical body–mind traditions, movement has never been an end in itself. It has always been understood as a means for establishing inner order. In both classical Indian Yoga and the Chinese traditions of Qigong and Taijiquan, the foundational principle is clear: body, breath, and mind must be organized within a coherent structure for vitality, energy, and awareness to circulate correctly.
Qi-Empowered Patient: Chinese Mind-Body Energetics in the Integrative Medical Setting
Remind your clients, that it is impossible to know when the natural results will arise and that patience and perseverance, in cultivation of wellbeing, is the recognized best practice for catalyzing the intended good result.”
The Zone — Peak Human Performance State
Across elite sports, performing arts, and internal martial disciplines, there is a well-recognized state known as “The Zone.” In this condition, mind and body synchronize at an exceptional level. Movement becomes accurate, fluid, and seemingly effortless. Practitioners often report that the body “performs by itself,” without conscious forcing.
The Three Treasures: Essence, Qi, and Spirit (Jing, Qi, Shen) and the Process of Divine Refinement
Qigong, as a discipline that studies the energies inherent in nature, focuses on the fundamental principles of human health and longevity. Its core framework is grounded in the Three Vital Elements—known as the “Three Treasures” (San Bao): Essence (Jing), Qi, and Spirit (Shen). These three, also called the “Three Roots” (San Yuan) or “Three Foundations,” are regarded as the origin of human life and longevity. The primary objective of Qigong practice is to preserve Essence, strengthen and smooth the circulation of Qi, and illuminate the Spirit.