Yang Style 40 Forms DVD by Paul Lam (9780980357363)
Paul Lam Release Date: May 2009 Format: DVD, Duration 106 mins ISBN: 9780980357363
Tai Chi originated in ancient China and is based on nature and harmony. The flowing movements contain much inner strength for health and healing. There are many styles and forms of tai chi all with different features. Yang is the most popular style characterised by gentle, graceful and expansive movements.
This 40 Forms set is more compact than the traditional Yang 108 Forms yet contains all the features, techniques and internal energy of the style. Dr Lam started his tai chi journey with classical Yang style 108 Forms more than 30 years ago; nowadays he practices Yang style with this set because it is very well composed. You can learn all the techniques in less time.
It contains warm up exercises and each movement is broken down with step-by-step instructions and demonstrations from different angles. There are lots of opportunities to practice the moves, and explanations of how to incorporate tai chi principles.
At the end Dr Lam demonstrate the entire set both front and back, so you can follow along without interruption. The DVD is designed so you can use it as a supplement to your classes, or teach yourself at home.
About the Author
Dr Paul Lam is a practicing physician and tai chi master for 30 years, is a world leader in the field of tai chi for health improvement. In collaboration with medical experts, Dr Lam has created several Tai Chi for Health programs to help improve people's wellbeing and quality of life. He is a past gold medalist in international competition and author and producer of many best-selling books, videos and DVDs.