Its ancient name was "wuji gong". It literally means "develops skill for entering the Supreme Mystery". It is often translated as "Primordial Qigong" or "Primordial Tai Chi". Qigong is the historical Mother of Tai Chi. It was done for health and spiritual development, and is much older than Tai Chi done for martial self-defense. Primordial Qigong/Tai Chi for Enlightenment was China's best kept secret & until now.
Terry Dunn's Tai Chi for Health Yang Long Form DVD provides 125 minutes of detailed, comprehensive instruction in perhaps the most popular Tai Chi routines practiced today: the classical 108-posture Yang family Long Form created six generations ago in the 19th century grandmaster Yang Lu Chang. The Yang family Long Form requires approximately 20 minutes to perform once learned, and is a most healthful moving meditation that integrates body and mind while teaching perfect natural movement in executing Tai Chi s martial art techniques.
Tai Chi is an ancient martial art, today associated with peace, health and relaxation. However it was created originally as a powerful form of fighting based on a deep understanding that was developed over generations. This DVD will take you through both the Yang and Chen styles of Tai Chi. You are given not only a step-by-step guide to the forms but are then shown how to apply the movements in the close quarter combat zone. Generating immense power and speed Combat Tai Chi is a destructive and potent weapon well worth the time to learn for any Martial Artist.
Three Tai Chi and two Qi Gong workouts beautifully filmed on a Hawaiian beach and a Rocky Mountain hilltop. Each workout reduces stress and boosts relaxation with a different set of movement and breathing exercises. The Tai Chi programs are led by David Dorian Ross and CJ McPhee. They include a get-started morning series, a tension-releasing afternoon session and a faster-paced “energy practice.”
Tai Chi - 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.
The Gentle Tai Chi routine was developed at the St. Luke's Center for Health and Well-Being, St. Luke's Hospital, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in response to the frustration felt by beginning students who wanted to learn tai chi, but found many of the traditional forms or routines too difficult to master. This routine allows the participant to "feel" the relaxing quality of tai chi without having to concentrate on specific movements.
Move and breathe your way into a newer, healthier, more streamlined YOU with Scott Cole and the Discover Tai Chi for Weight Loss workout and meal plan all on one DVD! Increased strength, better balance, improved flexibility, and natural healthy weight loss can be yours as you return to organic principles of movement inspired by the martial art of Tai Chi. Feel exhilarated, not exhausted, as you flow along with Scott in easy-to-follow Tai Chi interval routines, alternating between low, graceful, energy-building Tai Chi postures and upbeat fat-burning martial training techniques.
Tai Chi Chi Kung is a routine of gentle rhythmic movements and coordinated breathing exercises to de-stress and relax you, or to prepare you for coming stress. Lucy Lloyd-Barker, the popular lifestyle presenter and practitioner demonstrates and explains a complete routine to aid relaxation and de-stress you.