The 24 Forms - New and Revised

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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

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Tai Chi - the 24 Forms (34:20)

The most popular Tai Chi setTAI CHI - THE 24 FORMS DR PAUL LAMBuy instructional DVD from: www.taichiproductions.com 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 set. While there are many variations, the forms you will learn are regarded as 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.GIVE IT A TRY!Why not try some free sample lessons? You will soon find out how easy it is to learn from Dr Lam's virtual lesson format. He will guide you, step-by-step, through each movement of the 24 Forms. The forms will be taught from different angles — with close ups, repetitions and diagrammed illustrations. Each form will be divided into small sections so you can follow him with ease. Throughout the lessons, Dr Lam will explain the tai chi principles and how to use them to improve your tai chi.At the end of the DVD, Dr Lam demonstrates the entire set with both front- and back-on views.DR PAUL LAMan Australian family physician and tai chi expert, is a world leader in the field of tai chi for health. He has a deep understanding of tai chi principles and over 30 years of teaching experience. He has authored several tai chi books and produced numerous best-selling instructional tai chi DVDs. His Tai Chi for Health programs have impacted millions worldwide.24 FORMSSECTION ONE 1 Commencing Form2 Parting Wild Horse's Mane - Left, Right and Left3 White Crane Flashing Wings4 Brush Knee - Right, Left and Right5 Playing the LuteSECTION TWO 6. Repulse Monkey - Right, Left, Right, Left7. Stroking Bird's Tail - Left8. Stroking Bird's Tail - Right9. Single Whip10. Waving Hands Like Clouds11. Single WhipSECTION THREE 12. High Horse13. Heel Kick Right14. Punching Ears with Both fists15. Turn and Heel Kick Left16. Lower Movement and Golden Cock Standing on One Leg-Left17. Lower Movement and Golden Cock Standing on One Leg-RightSECTION FOUR 18. Fair Lady, Work at Shuttles-Right, Left19. Needle at Sea Bottom20. Fan Back21. Turn to Deflect Downward, Parry and Punch22. Apparent Closing Up23. Cross Hands24. Closing Form