Tai chi [videorecording] : the 24 forms / Paul Lam ; directors, Janet Cromb & Fiona Black.
"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 learning easier. He teaches the 24 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 how to use them to improve your tai chi. This revised version contains all updated techniques, stepwise teaching method and clearer images for easier learning."--Container.
Record details
- ISBN: 0987105108
- ISBN: 9780987105103
- Physical Description: 1 videodisc (approximately 240 min.) : sound, color ; 1/2 in.
- Publisher: Burlison, TN : Tai Chi Productions, 2011.
Content descriptions
- Formatted Contents Note:
- How to use this program -- Introduction -- Stay safe -- Warm up exercises -- Cool down exercises -- Qigong exercises -- Foundational movements -- The 24 forms -- step by step instructions -- Demonstrations by Dr. Lam -- Previews.
- Participant or Performer Note:
- Instructor, Paul Lam ; narrator, Ashleigh Mac; teaching assistants, Daniel Baranowski, Janet Cromb, Ian Etcell, Andrea Lamell.
- System Details Note:
- DVD.
- Source of Description Note:
- This bibliographic record is available under the Creative Commons CC0 "No Rights Reserved" license. The University of Florida Libraries, as creator of this bibliographic record, has waived all rights to it worldwide under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights, to the extent allowed by law.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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| Old Fort Branch Library | DVD 613.7 TAI (Text) | 37810435514202 | Adult New Video | Available | - |
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"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 learning easier. He teaches the 24 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 how to use them to improve your tai chi. This revised version contains all updated techniques, stepwise teaching method and clearer images for easier learning."--Container.
