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Essentials of Tai Chi and Qigong

Science shows that tai chi and qigong are good medicine and good exercise. Discover the secrets of these practices with this course taught by a tai chi champion.

Watch First Lecture

The Snake and the Crane
1 The Snake and the Crane - 34 min
David-Dorian Ross recounts the history of tai chi and qigong, which are closely related practices. Then he introduces the Yang family short form of 24 individual movements, which is the most widely performed tai chi routine. He closes with his top ten tips for your personal practice.

24 Lectures

1
Image of The Snake and the Crane
The Snake and the Crane
0 of 34 min
2
Image of First Steps in a Journey
First Steps in a Journey
0 of 29 min
3
Image of Harmony and Balance
Harmony and Balance
0 of 28 min
4
Image of The Ultimate Martial Art
The Ultimate Martial Art
0 of 29 min
5
Image of The Five Families of Tai Chi Practice
The Five Families of Tai Chi Practice
0 of 35 min
6
Image of Qigong and the Five Animal Frolics
Qigong and the Five Animal Frolics
0 of 31 min
7
Image of Energy Exercise—A Branch of Chinese Medicine
Energy Exercise—A Branch of Chinese Medicine
0 of 28 min
8
Image of The First Pillar of Practice—Forms
The First Pillar of Practice—Forms
0 of 33 min
9
Image of The Second Pillar—Push Hands for Two
The Second Pillar—Push Hands for Two
0 of 31 min
10
Image of The Third Pillar—Standing Meditation
The Third Pillar—Standing Meditation
0 of 29 min
11
Image of Benefits to the Heart and Immune System
Benefits to the Heart and Immune System
0 of 26 min
12
Image of A Healthy Weight and a Healthy Mind
A Healthy Weight and a Healthy Mind
0 of 31 min
13
Image of Tai Chi Legends—Stories of the Masters
Tai Chi Legends—Stories of the Masters
0 of 30 min
14
Image of Reading the Tai Chi Classics
Reading the Tai Chi Classics
0 of 30 min
15
Image of A Superior Workout—Use More of Your Muscles
A Superior Workout—Use More of Your Muscles
0 of 29 min
16
Image of Eight Pieces of Brocade and a Better Back
Eight Pieces of Brocade and a Better Back
0 of 22 min
17
Image of Tai Chi Weapons—When Hands Are Not Empty
Tai Chi Weapons—When Hands Are Not Empty
0 of 31 min
18
Image of Using the Mind—Inner Organizing Principles
Using the Mind—Inner Organizing Principles
0 of 31 min
19
Image of Mental and Physical Flow
Mental and Physical Flow
0 of 33 min
20
Image of Creating Space for Choices
Creating Space for Choices
0 of 28 min
21
Image of Flow at Work—When Business Is in Balance
Flow at Work—When Business Is in Balance
0 of 31 min
22
Image of Energy Flow in Your Surroundings
Energy Flow in Your Surroundings
0 of 33 min
23
Image of Taking Practice Deeper
Taking Practice Deeper
0 of 38 min
24
Image of The Evolution of Tai Chi
The Evolution of Tai Chi
0 of 33 min

Reviews

h********m
July 25, 2016
This course is fantastic and DDR is an excellent instructor. I am a high school teacher and coach and his pacing and explanations are first rate. Ten times better than what I expected.

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January 15, 2016

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h********u
October 4, 2015
David Dorian Ross is an excellent source of knowledge on not only Tai Chi but Qui Gong and TCM. This is not just simply a series about now you do this move and then this one. Here you have a rare opportunity to understand why. To learn the history and philosophy as well. This by far has been my favorite in any of these courses. I love the frame within frame too it makes it so much easier to follow along. I have already seen dramatic results in improved health from chronic pain and stress reduction. Thank you Mr.Ross!

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