Description

Following an introduction to tai chi and of the benefits you will gain by learning the 73 Forms, Dr Lam will teach warm up exercises and the 73 Forms using simple and proven teaching methods. He will teach the forms from different angles — using close ups, repetitions and diagrammed 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 the unique Sun style tai chi energy with throughout the DVD. Features:• Step-by-step comprehensive instructions• Close-ups, repetitions, different angles and foot prints to facilitate learning• Specially composed theme music• Demonstrations (front and back on views) of the entire set by Dr LamDr 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.Name of the 73 FormsSection OneForm 1 Commencement FormForm 2 Leisurely Tying CoatForm 3 Opening HandsForm 4 Closing HandsForm 5 Single WhipForm 6 Lifting HandsForm 7 White Crane Flashing WingsForm 8 Opening HandsForm 9 Closing HandsForm 10 Brush Knee and Twist Step LeftForm 11 Playing the LuteForm 12 Step Forward to Deflect Downwards, Parry and PunchForm 13 Apparent Closing UpForm 14 Carrying the Tiger and Pushing the MountainForm 15 Opening HandsForm 16 Closing HandsForm 17 Brush Knee and Twist Step RightForm 18 Leisurely Tying CoatForm 19 Opening HandsForm 20 Closing HandsForm 21 Single Whip LeftForm 22 Punch underneath ElbowSection TwoForm 23 Repulse Monkey LeftForm 24 Repulse Monkey RightForm 25 Brush Knee and Twist Step LeftForm 26 Leisurely Tying Coat LeftForm 27 Opening HandsForm 28 Closing HandsForm 29 Single Whip RightForm 30 Waving Hands like Clouds RightForm 31 Higher HorseForm 32 Toe Kick LeftForm 33 Toe Kick RightSection ThreeForm 34 Step on Firmly To Punch DownwardsForm 35 Turn Body and Jump Up With Both FeetForm 36 Subdue the TigerForm 37 Toe Kick LeftForm 38 Turning Body and Kicking With HeelForm 39 Step Forward to Deflect Downwards, Parry and PunchForm 40 Apparent Closing UpForm 41 Carrying the Tiger and Pushing the MountainSection FourForm 42 Opening HandsForm 43 Closing HandsForm 44 Brush Knee and Twist Step LeftForm 45 Leisurely Tying CoatForm 46 Opening HandsForm 47 Closing HandsForm 48 Diagonal Single WhipForm 49 Parting Wild Horse’s ManeForm 50 Leisurely Tying CoatForm 51 Opening HandsForm 52 Closing HandsForm 53 Single Whip LeftSection FiveForm 54 Waving Hands like Clouds LeftForm 55 Lowering MovementForm 56 Golden Cock Standing On One LegForm 57 Fan BackSection SixForm 58 Fair Lady Working At the ShuttlesForm 59 Higher HorseForm 60 Cross Hands and Patting FootForm 61 Forward Step to Punch CrouchForm 62 Lively Step and Leisurely Tying CoatForm 63 Opening HandsForm 64 Closing HandsForm 65 Single Whip LeftForm 66 Single Whip and Lowering MovementForm 67 Forward Step Seven StarsForm 68 Backward Step Riding TigerForm 69 Turn Body, Lotus KickForm 70 Drawing Bow to Shoot TigerForm 71 Double Forward PunchForm 72 Yin and Yang Merging into OneForm 73 Closing FormEnjoy!