Herman Kauz

Herman Kauz (1928 – January 30, 2020) was an American author and teacher of the martial arts, in particular tai chi.

Biography

Herman Kauz was born in New York City in 1928. He was graduate of the University of Hawaii, studied at the University of Chicago, and held a master's degree from Columbia University.^[1]

Kauz studied and trained in Aikido, Judo, Karate, Wrestling, and tai chi.^[1] He died on January 30, 2020, at the age of 92.^[2]

Works

The Tai Chi Handbook, Random House, ISBN 978-0-385-09370-5

The Martial Spirit, The Overlook Press, ISBN 978-0-87951-327-6

A Path to Liberation: A Spiritual and Philosophical Approach to the Martial Arts, The Overlook Press, ISBN 978-0-87951-457-0

Push Hands: Handbook for Non-Competitive Tai Chi Practice with a Partner, The Overlook Press, ISBN 978-1-58567-124-3

The Tai Chi Handbook was re-issued by The Overlook Press, 26 May 2009, ISBN 978-1-59020-179-4

References

1. . Archived from the original on 2007-09-28. Retrieved 2007-08-27.
2. "Herman's page – Memoriam". Lucky Person T'ai Chi. Retrieved 15 November 2023.

External links

• Herman Kauz Profile – Lucky Person Tai Chi Club Site
• Reaction Without Thought: An Interview with Herman Kauz, Tai Chi Master