Chen Pan Ling’s Tai Chi Chuan

This DVD shows Chen Pan Ling’s style of Tai Chi, probably his most famous and widely taught art. Though Chen was considered a master of Xing Yi and Bagua, his Tai Chi , developed supposedly with the help of other instructors, is a canny blend of all three arts. The structure is mostly Xing Yi, the movements Tai Chi and the foot patterns borrow much from Bagua. The second half of the DVD shows his Tai Chi sword, a very nice, medium length set of no mean skill. This is taken from his son’s performance of obviously some years back but the quality is good. As far as our tastes the best DVD of the entire series. No instruction per se, more of a general reference but very clearly shown.

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T’ai Chi for Beginners

Great for stress relief, t’ai chi improves the flow of the practitioner’s chi — “vital energy” or “life force” — which is essential for physical and mental well-being. This beginner’s guide offers advice on the vital components of T’ai Chi — breathing, focus, visualization, and the flow of chi. Featuring step-by-step instructional photos and a unique hands-free design, this colorful guide is a complete introduction to T’ai Chi, with core movements that can be done at home. Each exercise is accompanied by information on its purpose, the correct technique, and how to customize the movement if you suffer from weak or swollen joints.

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Taiji Sword, Classical Yang Style (YMAA Tai Chi)

It is said,”100 days of barehand, 1000 days of spear, 10,000 days of sword.” – Ancient Chinese Proverb Beyond the barehand form, beyond Pushing Hands, awaits the elegant and highly effective Sword of Taijiquan. Taiji Sword has long been considered the highest achievement in Taijiquan training. Mainly used as a defensive weapon, Taiji Sword requires a strategy of ‘calmness in action’. To achieve this calmness, the student must develop patience, peace of mind, and bravery. This comprehensive DVD contains: • The complete 54-Posture Taiji Sword Form • The Taiji Sword Qigong Set • Taiji Qigong Breathing •Fundamental Sword Techniques • 10 Matching Drills for training with a partner • 42 seldom taught sword-fighting applications “The ultimate or final goal of Taiji Sword training is to gain a deep understanding of yourself in order to lead a more enlightened life.” – Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming This DVD complements the book “Taiji Sword, Classical Yang Style – The Complete Form, Qigong & Applications”, by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming. (ISBN: 1886969744) DVD Special Features: Over 100 Scene Selections • Languages: English or French, with original Chinese • Multi-Language menus & subtitles: French, Spanish, Polish or Portuguese • 30 Additional Minutes of YMAA video previews • Interactive YMAA product catalog YMAA PRODUCTION • DR. YANG, JWING-MING • “TAIJI SWORD” • WRITTEN BY DR. YANG, JWING-MING • PERFORMED BY DR. YANG, JWING-MING, ROBERT WAS, AND VADAS MIHALY • EDITED BY DAVID SILVER, MEDIAMANIC and PHILIP GOLDMAN • VIDEO PRODUCTION SUPERVISION BY DAVID SILVER • DIRECTED BY DR. YANG, JWING-MING 100 minutes – color/ DVD5 – NTSC – All Regions © Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming 2005 • Manufactured in the USA

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Lost T’ai-chi Classics from the Late Ch’ing Dynasty (Chinese Philosophy and Culture)

Douglas Wile translates and analyzes four collections of recently released nineteenth-century manuscripts on T’ai-chi ch’uan. These writings of Wu’s older brothers Ch’eng-ch’ing and Ju-ch’ing, and his nephew Li I-yu, together with the transmissions of Yang Pan-hou, represent a significant addition to the seminal literature. The rich new texts allow us to make a fresh survey of longstanding issues in T’ai-chi history: the origins of the art; the authorship of the “classics;” the differences between Wu, Yang, and Li; and the roles of Chang San-feng, Wang Tsung-yueh, Chiang Fa, and the formerly missing link, Ch’ang Nai-chou. The original Chinese texts of the four new sets of classics have been appended for the convenience of Chinese readers and scholars. The book reconsiders the world of the Wu, Yang, and Li families of Yung-nien and reconstructs it against the background of the Opium Wars, the Taiping Rebellion, and the decline of the Manchu dynasty. New biographical sources illuminate the domestic and political lives of the Yung-nien circle and their orientation to the late imperial intellectual trends. The development of T’ai-chi ch’uan in the nineteenth century is explored in the context of China’s cultural response to the challenge of the West and the role of body-centered arts in Asia during the drive for independence and the ongoing search for national identity.

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Tai Chi for Enlighteners (2-Set Instructional DVDs and Companion Book)

RESTORE, REALIGN, RELAX and RECHARGE…

Tai Chi for Enlighteners releases stress, guarantees health and sharpens mental focus; a step-by-step method creating a giant leap in the quality of your life.

I originally marketed Tai Chi for Enlighteners to people fifty years and older. Im a Baby Boomer and know how it helps our physical balance as we age. However, I began tai chi when I was twenty-three and it served me well as I was gently “fine-tuned” and “re-charged” during the challenges I faced raising a family and having a career. Now that I’m in my sixties, I walk and physically feel as I did when I was younger. I personally know tai chi is a pathway to “internal youth”.

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Taiji Pushing Hands 3 & 4 (YMAA Tai Chi) Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming

Tai Chi Push Hands Courses 3 and 4: Refine your Tai Chi. Pushing Hands trains you to develop sensitive feeling, or Listening Jin, to sense your opponents intention, understand their Jin (power), neutralize it, and then counterattack. Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming clearly instructs the finer details of step-by-step Pushing Hands training, with an emphasis on understanding the emitting of Jin and its applications. Techniques are taught solo and with a partner, from the most basic to advanced. Course 3 •Wardoff, Pressing and Twisting Jin •Stepping, Sense of Distance, and Angling •Single Pushing Hands •Double Pushing Hands Course 4 •Coiling and Spiraling Training •Taiji Jin Practice •Large Rollback Pushing Hands •Cai, Lie, Zhou, Kao Pushing Hands Special Features: Hundreds of Scene Selections • Narration: English or French with Pinyin/Chinese • Multi –Language Menus & Subtitles: English, French • Interactive YMAA Product Catalog with previews of all YMAA video titles 3 hours long – DVD plays in All Regions worldwide.

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Traditional Yang Tai Chi Chuan Demonstration & Instruction by Beverly Lui Wong

This DVD contains the history and concepts of Tai Chi Chuan. It covers the complete set of eighty-one movements, explaining the basics for the body, hands and feet of each movement. It shows the whole set, from the front and from behind, with diagrams of proper directions. All this is intended to build the foundations of good health. With essay by Fong Pak Shing Sifu.This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com’s standard return policy will apply.

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Tai Chi: Simple Routines for Home, Work and Travel (Busy Person’s Guide)

Tal Chi is an ancient Chinese soft martial art that strengthens and relaxes the body through slow, gentle movement combined with co-ordinated breathing. It can be practiced anytime, anywhere, however fit you are and without special equipment, special clothes or special shoes. It is the perfect technique to get you back on track when you are feeling stressed during your busy day.

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Tai Chi: The Empowering Workout with Dr. Jerry Alan Johnson

The beauty and the power of Tai Chi Chuan is created in the way that one moves. In essence, the mastery of one move is far superior to the learning of a hundred Tai Chi moves. The purpose of this program is not to teach a series of complicated postures, but to simplify and clarify the physical, energetic and mental dynamics that empower the beautiful movements of Tai Chi Chuan. The first section explores the structural mechanics that are universal to all Tai Chi Chuan styles. Section two loosens and lubricates all the joints of the body. Section three integrates the structural mechanics into ten Tai Chi postures. The final section combines mind intent and inner body skill to maximize the strength, energy, and circulation of power flowing throughout all Tai Chi Chuan movements. This program combines breathtaking nature footage set to the inspiring music of Jonn Serrie, with Master Instructor Jerry Alan Johnson guiding you visually while the mesmerizing words of actor John Saxon (Enter the Dragon) carries you to uncharted levels of energy and power. Jerry Alan Johnson, PHD., D.C.T.M. – Master Instructor Jerry Alan Johnson has been studying the Martial Arts for over 40 years. He is considered one of the top instructors in both Pa Kua Chang and Tai Chi Chuan in the United States. Master Johnson is a disciple of Yang style Tai Chi Chuan as a 20th Generation Closed Door Disciple of the Chen family Tai Chi Chuan lineage.

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Taijiquan Theory of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming: The Root of Taijiquan

Profound – In Depth – Taijiquan Theory

In the last seven centuries, many songs and poems have been composed about Taijiquan. These have played a major role in preserving the knowledge and wisdom of the masters, although in many cases, the identity of the authors and the dates of origin have been lost.

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