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Tai Chi - The 24 Forms
Released in DVD by Wellspring Media (13 February, 2001)
Starring: Paul Lam
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It was difficult to followI had started Tai Chi with Dr. Lams 6 forms 6 easy lessons and found that video excellant, thorough explainations and continuous breakdown of each moves which you practiced with him first, then his assistant Paul and then a class. I found this 24 form video very difficult to follow because the moves are not practiced or demonstrated as well as the first video. He gives a discussion of each move as demonstrated by a helper and maybe an alternate view. However, thats it, except for the complete demonstration at the end. So if your like me, you continously have to flip back and forth between the demo at the end and the explaination of move. Sounds simple but I can't follow the forward demo so I have to fast forward to the demo from the back view, then go back to the main menu scroll down to the move I need to review, then back again to the demo where you have to fast forward all over again. He should break the demo into two seperate spaces. I have many years of Karate so I can follow most of these moves, but if your a real beginner, I would not recommend this DVD.
Dr. Lam's FormThe good part: The form presented by Dr. Lam, particularly the leg movements, is nothing less than outstanding. He is a pleasure to watch.
The not-so-good-part: The instruction style of pointing to various parts of an assistant is common and acceptable to many viewers. But there is logic to Tai Chi based on its martial arts birth. The movements of Tai Chi come from a series of defensive responses to attacks by imaginary aggressors that surround the "player." There is a logic that comes from knowing what these attacks are and how they relate to the form movements. This knowledge is not passed on by the Author and its absence makes the form much more difficult to learn than it needs to be.
John T. McCabe
The not-so-good-part: The instruction style of pointing to various parts of an assistant is common and acceptable to many viewers. But there is logic to Tai Chi based on its martial arts birth. The movements of Tai Chi come from a series of defensive responses to attacks by imaginary aggressors that surround the "player." There is a logic that comes from knowing what these attacks are and how they relate to the form movements. This knowledge is not passed on by the Author and its absence makes the form much more difficult to learn than it needs to be.
John T. McCabe
Excellent introductionThis is an excellent value. A full two hours of generous technical instruction.
Tai Chi - 6 Forms, 6 Easy Lessons
Released in DVD by Fox Lorber (19 December, 2000)
Starring: Paul Dr. Lam and Paul Lam
Tai Chi: 6 Forms, 6 Easy Lessons moves at a steady and fluid pace that is accessible to all levels of fitness. The instructor, Dr. Paul Lam, condenses this practice into six lessons, taught with meticulous explanation and repetition. The constant recap of each form aids in creating an approachable and easy-to-follow learning environment. Each routine is added piece by piece, which makes comprehending the overall continuity easy. Although effective in practice, video instruction may not be ideal in theory because Tai Chi lacks the same calming effects when performed in front of the television set. But this method offers such practical and basic instruction that all levels will soon be doing Tai Chi in the atmosphere of their choice. Each of the segments can be put together to form a cohesive and continuous workout or performed separately if participants want to zero in on specific forms. In addition to Tai Chi, the DVD includes a 3-in-1 Qi Gong workout. Qi (or vital life energy) Gong is based on traditional Chinese medicine and acts as a complementary addition to the overall experience. This regimen is ideal for anyone who desires both a mentally and physically focused workout. Participants with compromised backs, joints, and muscles will find a safe and nonaggravating practice that can alleviate tension and increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi: 6 Forms, 6 Easy Lessons extends a warm invitation to old and young alike with this safe and educational format. --Olivia Voigts
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FRUSTRATINGAbsolute worst instructional video for a beninner I can possibly imagine. It may be fine for someone who knows the bare basics, but for someone who has never attempted Tai Chi, stay away from this one! Dr. Lam does, indeed, break down the forms, step by step - but he very quickly shows one step, very quickly you view the step with his assistant (from behind), and once more with "the class". That's it, move on, next step. Don't know how to *smoothly* get your hands from point a to point b because you were trying to pay attention to the feet? Don't know how to coordinate the feet & hands? Feeling completely akward? Too bad, next step! Definitely NOT relaxing and meditative.
It's okay...This DVD was a little hard for me to follow. The way it was filmed is kind of low budget too. I suppose that this DVD might be easier to follow if you're already familiar with Tai Chi but I would not recommend it for a complete beginner (like myself). The title says "6 Easy Lessons" but I had a hard time getting through the first "easy lesson."
To be fair...It's tough to teach OR learn tai chi by video. It's true that the production quality is amateurish, the movements can be hard to follow for a beginner (which I am), and the way in which the 6 lessons are presented is annoyingly choppy. On the other hand, Dr. Lam provides valuable details on proper form and common mistakes - and the warm up, cool down and qigong exercises are good. I'm glad I bought the video - it met my expectations and I've learned from it.
Tai Chi - 6 Forms, 6 Easy Lessons (Multi-Language Edition)
Released in DVD by Wellspring Media, In (17 December, 2002)
Starring: Paul Lam
Tai Chi: 6 Forms, 6 Easy Lessons moves at a steady and fluid pace that is accessible to all levels of fitness. The instructor, Dr. Paul Lam, condenses this practice into six lessons, taught with meticulous explanation and repetition. The constant recap of each form aids in creating an approachable and easy-to-follow learning environment. Each routine is added piece by piece, which makes comprehending the overall continuity easy. Although effective in practice, video instruction may not be ideal in theory because Tai Chi lacks the same calming effects when performed in front of the television set. But this method offers such practical and basic instruction that all levels will soon be doing Tai Chi in the atmosphere of their choice. Each of the segments can be put together to form a cohesive and continuous workout or performed separately if participants want to zero in on specific forms. In addition to Tai Chi, the DVD includes a 3-in-1 Qi Gong workout. Qi (or vital life energy) Gong is based on traditional Chinese medicine and acts as a complementary addition to the overall experience. This regimen is ideal for anyone who desires both a mentally and physically focused workout. Participants with compromised backs, joints, and muscles will find a safe and nonaggravating practice that can alleviate tension and increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi: 6 Forms, 6 Easy Lessons extends a warm invitation to old and young alike with this safe and educational format. --Olivia Voigts
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FRUSTRATINGAbsolute worst instructional video for a beninner I can possibly imagine. It may be fine for someone who knows the bare basics, but for someone who has never attempted Tai Chi, stay away from this one! Dr. Lam does, indeed, break down the forms, step by step - but he very quickly shows one step, very quickly you view the step with his assistant (from behind), and once more with "the class". That's it, move on, next step. Don't know how to *smoothly* get your hands from point a to point b because you were trying to pay attention to the feet? Don't know how to coordinate the feet & hands? Feeling completely akward? Too bad, next step! Definitely NOT relaxing and meditative.
It's okay...This DVD was a little hard for me to follow. The way it was filmed is kind of low budget too. I suppose that this DVD might be easier to follow if you're already familiar with Tai Chi but I would not recommend it for a complete beginner (like myself). The title says "6 Easy Lessons" but I had a hard time getting through the first "easy lesson."
To be fair...It's tough to teach OR learn tai chi by video. It's true that the production quality is amateurish, the movements can be hard to follow for a beginner (which I am), and the way in which the 6 lessons are presented is annoyingly choppy. On the other hand, Dr. Lam provides valuable details on proper form and common mistakes - and the warm up, cool down and qigong exercises are good. I'm glad I bought the video - it met my expectations and I've learned from it.
Kung Fu in the Park - Hsing Yi, Shandung Province Yang Tai Chi, Traditional Northern Shaolin Forms, Di Gung Chuen Form
Released in DVD by Hoffman Productions (26 August, 2003)
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Migrating Forms
Released in DVD by Facets Video (11 February, 2003)
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Tang Soo Do Forms Volume 1: Color Belt
Released in DVD by Turtle Press (01 November, 2003)
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