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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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great start
Thorough and patient introduction. Mostly what I wanted to help me progress as a beginner . Some of the foundational movements are reviewed carefully for a right handed approach but not left handed. (Or vice versa). When I'm in a group setting I find that my muscle memory fails because I have not practiced both directions. The video has helped me to realize the difference in leg strength left vs right. This impacts my ability to perform the movements accurately and slowly. My balance is progressing as a result of focusing this way. I'm just beginning to appreciate the breathing exercises. I didn't appreciate their importance until I watched a different video of the entire 24 step performed unusually slowly. Now I appreciate the desire to slow down my breathing and also focus attention on core abdominal muscles. I suspect this video will help me for years to come. The product is a very good value. I highly recommend the video.
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Excellent instruction
I previously used Arthritis for Tai Chi I and II and am now learning The 24 Forms. All of these DVD's are excellent. The forms are taught segment by segment, repeating several times and with both front on and back on views. I would recommend them to anyone interested in exploring Tai Chi
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24 Forms
Very easy to follow. Helps me when practicing with the class I am taking.
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24 forms
We have just finished learning this form. The DVD was a big help and teacher.
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24 forms of Tai Chi
It is great and would refer this site to everyone. I like the number of times Dr. Paul Lam repeat the forms, before moving to the next form. I will buy other DVD's.
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A fine guide for all ages.
Dr. Lam explains and demonstrates the 24 Form clearly and makes it easy for beginners to follow along. Especially benefitial is his inclusion of students at various levels, which assists my students who are primarily over sixty-five years old.
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Excellent
Clear concise exvellent
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I like it and I will buy others in the future.
I guess in the future you don't use CD but download online, would be faster and ecological way, THANK
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good examples of the movements Dr Lam makes Tai Chi simple
The 24 Forms is a continuation of Tai Cho for beginners and Tao Chi for arthritis also Tai Cji for diabetes I have just got started with 24 Forms. I should complete it on 1 yr it is a challenge I accept .
