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T'ai Chi Beginning Practice

Actor: David-dorian Ross
Studio: Gaiam
Category: DVD

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Avg. Customer Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars

29 reviews

Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dvd-video, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 70
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.4 x 0.6

MPN: 1000
ISBN: 1931919615
UPC: 029956010208
EAN: 9781931919616

Theatrical Release Date: 2004
Release Date: December 7, 2004
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Editorial Reviews:

Description
This is the way to learn tai chi ‹ with the intuitive, personal feel of one-to-one instruction. U.S. and world tai chi medalist David Dorian Ross clear, insightful instruction is captured live as he demonstrates each move in this unique DVD. The result is candid, thoughtful explanation thats more in tune with the student. Teaches 8 essential tai chi poses ‹ a total-body workout that resembles a martial arts dance, with breathing and mental imagery techniques that intensify the practices proven health and fitness effects. Includes BONUS A.M. Chi workout.

Customer Reviews: Read 24 more reviews...

2 out of 5 stars

Not a well thought out DVD January 4, 2009
My wife got me this DVD to help me get back into a routine. I did T'ai Chi some 10 years ago and was looking to get back into it. I don't like the way this DVD is set up. The instruction moves too fast and (though it's a minor complaint) the moves are not mirrored to your position in front of the TV, like the better Yoga DVDs are. The way the video is shot doesn't really show the proper positioning of the forms, I didn't like the fact that the moves are bunched together in groups of 5 and there is no warm up to speak of.
I would not recommend this to a friend.

3 out of 5 stars

Slow intro December 13, 2008
This has such a slow intro that you are sitting there thinking "shoot me...This has to start soon" It is a peaceful workout but after awhile you want to get to the good stuff.

2 out of 5 stars

Difficult to follow November 4, 2008
I tried this DVD for the first time this week. I must echo the sentiment of other reviewers in regards to the "mirror" issue. I find it very hard to follow his movements when they are the opposite of what he is describing. Had I read reviews, I would have purchased a different beginning Tai Chi DVD and wish I had. It is high quality video production.

5 out of 5 stars

An excellent introduction to tai chi October 3, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

After reading some of the more negative reviews I just want to point out that this DVD is not meant for you to build your tai chi vocabulary. Instead it's aim is to focus you on the basics of tai chi, breathing and learning the proper posture to relax yourself and open your meridians.

For those who may find it frustrating, I can understand what you mean. But you just have to stop worrying about doing it and go along with the video. After a few tries you will have picked it up no problem.

As for how I view the product, it does exactly what it sets out to do. It introduces you to the basic concepts of movement and provides for a greater foundation for tai chi later on. I started on this DVD and now am in advanced classes. My children now use this video (ages 3,4,6) and find it simple to use with mommy's guidance. Highly recommended.

5 out of 5 stars

I like this one! September 18, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

My doctor recommended this video to me. I have fibromyalgia and the stretching you do with this video is really helpful.