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Tai Chi - The 24 Forms
The ancient practice of tai chi is clinically proven to be one of the most effective exercises to improve health, fitness and relaxation. The 24 Forms is the most widely practiced tai chi form. While there are many variations, the form you will learn by working with this DVD is the one of the most authentic.
Following an introduction to tai chi and its benefits, Dr Lam teaches unique qigong exercises and foundational movements which will enhance your energy and make easier learning. He teaches the 24 forms from different angles — using close ups, repetitions and diagramed illustrations while dividing each form into small sections allowing you to follow along with ease. Throughout the lessons, Dr Lam will explain the tai chi principles and how to use them to improve your tai chi.
Dr Paul Lam, an Australian family physician and tai chi expert, is a world leader in the field of tai chi for health. He is a well recognised teacher and has trained over five thousand instructors. He is the author of Teaching Tai Chi Effectively and Tai Chi for Beginners and the 24 Forms, as well as best-selling instructional tai chi DVDs. His tai chi programs have impacted millions worldwide.
24 Forms
SECTION ONE
1 Commencing Form
2 Parting Wild Horse's Mane - Left, Right and Left
3 White Crane Flashing Wings
4 Brush Knee - Right, Left and Right
5 Playing the Lute
SECTION TWO
6. Repulse Monkey - Right, Left, Right, Left
7. Stroking Bird's Tail - Left
8. Stroking Bird's Tail - Right
9. Single Whip
10. Waving Hands Like Clouds
11. Single Whip
SECTION THREE
12. High Horse
13. Heel Kick Right
14. Punching Ears with Both fists
15. Turn and Heel Kick Left
16. Lower Movement and Golden Cock Standing on One Leg-Left
17. Lower Movement and Golden Cock Standing on One Leg-Right
SECTION FOUR
18. Fair Lady, Work at Shuttles-Right, Left
19. Needle at Sea Bottom
20. Fan Back
21. Turn to Deflect Downward, Parry and Punch
22. Apparent Closing Up
23. Cross Hands
24. Closing Form
67 Reviews
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changed my life too!
I have always had a big problem with lack of energy. I have been practicing tai chi with the dvd (24 forms) now every day for a few weeks and I am changed! In fact, I noticed little changes right from the start. Smooth, even energy, good sleep, and sense of well-being. I did not expect this- I didn’t know I could change even at this beginner level! I thought it would be just exercises! Dr. Lam is a perfect teacher, he explains thoroughly and patiently and the repetitions teach my body. I am happy to learn the deeper understanding as he explains. The dvd is great, invaluable really. I love being able to easily go back and repeat so I can learn, and I find that it deepens. Yay!! Thank you!
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Great DVD
Very easy to follow. I enjoy leaning this every day!
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Fastest & easiest way to learn Tai Chi
I started the Tai Chi 24 forms 6 weeks ago. I practice every day & am 3/4 through the DVD. The lessons are easy to follow and I like that you can play a move over & over until you get it right. It feels like Dr. Lam is solely teaching you. I previously attended one Tai Chi class. To many people in front of me to see the instruction and three different levels of students were there, so it was quite confusing. Also the class was only once per week so learning would have been slow.
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Dr Paul Lam's teaching has changed my life!
I am so loving Dr. Paul Lam's tai chi training dvd! I began with the free lesson on youtube and then I requested the 6 forms dvd from my local library. After spending much time learning the 6 simple forms I absolutely had to expand my knowledge of tai chi and it's benefits, plus I wanted to learn more from Dr. Lam. When I began tai chi, I was 6 months in to recovering from a severe karate injury to my left knee. I was barely able to walk without limping and I felt my prognosis was hopeless. After practicing tai chi everyday for 2 months, my knee pain and swelling has almost gone completely away! I can see myself fully recovering and moving freely without pain. I know that Dr Lam's teachings have played a huge role in my recovery. I love the way Dr Lam explains every move with great detail and goes over each form slowly with repetition. I hope to attend the conference in Asheville this summer as I would love to meet Dr Lam and thank him in person for how much his teaching has changed my life and given me much hope!
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Tai Chi 24 forms
I wish he would have done a step by step instruction o nParting Wild Horse Mane' Also I wish he would have gone back to the beginning after each lesson.
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The Third Dimension of Awareness
Tai Chi has been very instrumental in revitalizing and giving me a calm well being. The more I practice the more I discover inner strength and a certain calmness.
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Outstanding Instruction!
I began learning Yang 24 in-person at a local wellness center starting November 2016 and I bought this DVD to help me practice at home. Attending class is absolutely wonderful but it only meets twice a week and I wish to practice daily so this DVD is invaluable to me! As always, Dr. Lam explains the forms expertly to make learning as easily and comfortable as possible.
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excellent resource
I recently purchased that revised 24 forms and I'm finding it very helpful. I am an instructor and I like to review the forms before I teach them to make sure my own form is correct. I always want what's best for my students.
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Great teacher! Easy to learn!
Dr. Lam's patience encourages the student to be patient. The DVD has 6 QiGong movements. It is a great DVD for anyone wanting to learn the 24 forms. Thank you.
