TAI CHI – THE 24 FORMS The ancient practice of tai chi is medically 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. Following an introduction to tai chi and its benefits, Dr Lam teaches unique qigong exercises and foundation movements which will enhance your energy. GIVE IT A TRY! You will find out how easy it is to learn from Dr Lam’s teaching format. He will guide you through each movement of the 24 Forms from different angles — with close ups, repetitions and 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.
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