Tai Chi Chuan 24-Steps for Beginners Lesson-2

[odunne2]

so for repulse monkey you pivot on your heel? all the other videos i've seen pivot on the toes. now i'm confused.

[MThomasEsqI]

@odunne2 - There are numerous forms of Tai Chi with many styles of Tai Chi with the styles continuing to evolve with varying forms, hybrids, and approaches. The People’s Republic of China had The National Physical Culture and Sports Commission create a simplified, standardized form of Tai Chi in 1956, thus becoming standardized Wushu training using competitive forms. This is the form used within this video. Thank you - M Thomas

[Mitch16]

thanks for this lesson continuation of the previous one. i consider myself your student-fan from across the miles. Thanks again and continue with the practice.

[MThomasEsqI]

@Mitch16 - There are 11 parts to the lessons. I hope you learn from all of them. Thank you - M Thomas

[Lolitadumbrique1]

This excellent instructional DVD has greatly enhanced my enjoyment of this form of Tai Chi. Instructions are clear and the quality of the DVD is very good.

Thank you.

Can you refer me to a good instructional video on Tai Chi Fan dance?

Thank you.

Lolita from British Columbia, Canada

[MThomasEsqI]

@Lolitadumbrique1 - I am sorry but I do not know of any Tai Chi Fan Dance instructions. The Tai Chi DVD you are viewing above does have a lot of instructional information for the beginner. This was done to help those who want to practice in the privacy of their home, when they want and as much as they want. The DVD can be order with all 11 parts shown on YouTube if you click the arrow above at "Show More". Thank you for your inquiry. M Thomas

[Lolitadumbrique1]

This excellent instructional DVD has greatly enhanced my enjoyment of this form of Tai Chi. Instructions are clear and the quality of the DVD is very good.

Thank you.

Lolita from British Columbia, Canada

[joshwswalters]

how do i get focast enough to do this

[MThomasEsqI]

@joshwswalters - It is difficult to focus with a wandering mind. Try and meditate prior to the lessons. Sit still & concentrate on your breathing. Breathe in through your nose slowly & Inhale the positive surrounding you. Breathe out through your mouth slowly and release any negative build-up. Work on this while you concentrate on your breathing. Practice with the warm-up that is within the DVD or on YouTube. This may help with your concentration. I hope you meet your goal. Thank you - M Thomas

[dalferr]

Thank you!

[MThomasEsqI]

@dalferr - You are most welcome. Thank you - M Thomas

[mmia1978]

The person below (the italian) would like more information on how he can get the DVD and how much it costs.

Thank you for the videos. Is the first time I am trying to learn the moves and they are explained very well!

Thank you so much.

[MThomasEsqI]

@mmia1978 - I was able to translate Italian to English through Google Translate. This enabled me to communicate with the person below. Thank you for bringing this too my attention and thank you for your compliment. M Thomas

[TheAntariksha]

i had a book from which i tried to learn the 24 form...

but ur video has been of utmost help...

thank you for uploading....

[MThomasEsqI]

@TheAntariksha - Thank you very much - M Thomas

[iludere]

I'm really learning a lot from your videos. Duo xie!

I've been joining my grandfather in his morning tai chi chuan exercises but the movements in your videos are a tad different from what he's been teaching me. Are the movements here related to combat tai chi chuan?

More power!

[MThomasEsqI]

@iludere - This is one of many forms of Tai Chi. The National Physical Culture and Sports Commission, of the People’s Republic of China, created and simplified this Tai Chi form in 1956. This became part of the drive to document and standardize Wushu training, thus introducing competition forms.

The Beijing 24 form has many names, including the 24-step form, the Peking form, simplified Tai Chi and even just the 24 postures. Thank you - M Thomas

[MrKalos62]

Complimenti per i vostri video curati nei particolari dei movimenti, desidererei sapere cosa fare per ricevere l'intero corso di Tai chi e il relativo costo.Grazie

[MThomasEsqI]

@MrKalos62 - No Espanol! Gracias - M Thomas

[Talegolas]

@MThomasEsqI its actually Italian but think that the user is thanking you, and I am too by the way the style you're teaching is the one you mentioned that is called the beijing Form 24?

[MThomasEsqI]

@Talegolas - Thank you for the information. I will try and let the person know how to order when I get their message translated through Google Translate. Thank you very much. M Thomas

[MThomasEsqI]

@MrKalos62 - Ho usato Google Translate per visualizzare il messaggio. Si prega di scegliere PayPal o Google sotto il video dove si mostra ORDINE DVD. Verrete indirizzati ad una zona per ordinare questo DVD. Grazie a voi - Thomas M

[reynabakeks]

I am currently learning Tai Chi and I must say that your videos help me a lot in enhancing my learning experience. They also help me refine and correct my steps. Keep up the great work!

[MThomasEsqI]

@reynabakeks - It is a nice compliment to the instructor Limin Jin.  Thank you - M Thomas

[ThePoppyFlower89]

I have a question: I have to be expert in tai chi to improve my health or I could stay at the beginner stage? please give me an answer.

Thanx for your videos!

these exercises really help me sleep better

[MThomasEsqI]

@ThePoppyFlower89 - Good question. You are on a good path to begin with when you say "these exercises really help me sleep better". Study the body, arms, legs, hands and feet positions well and repeat them exactly as you see them. Try not to fool yourself by saying you are doing good. Be your own critic and learn to do the positions as you see them and not how you perceive them. This exercise will take a while to learn well before you are ready to move on. Thank you - M Thomas

[ThePoppyFlower89]

@MThomasEsqI Thanks alot for your answer it really helps me

I wish you peace and harmony

[nibor315]

@ThePoppyFlower89 Hi, I'am not a Thai Chi-Expert, but sure that everything what has to do with thai chi is good for your health, though you are beginner. I have practiced thai chi some times with a master and he trains beginners, old people, young people, doesn't matter...it's just important to do the right movements, slow, relaxed, with a good body-position...

[ThePoppyFlower89]

@nibor315 thanks alot for the information I wish you all the best

[knullbamse]

These videos has really helped me repeat my chuan form after 5 years of absence. Thank you for uploading them!

[MThomasEsqI]

@knullbamse - It is great to hear this. Thank you - M Thomas

[MThomasEsqI]

@knullbamse - It's good too hear this. Thank you - M Thomas

[ThePoppyFlower89]

I can sit and watch you for hours because you`re sooo graceful.

[ThePoppyFlower89]

I love to learn from you M Thomas.I`m a beginner and whenever I`m not busy I can take lessons from you.Thanks for yoursharing .These videos means alot for me. I wish you could give lessons in my school :D

[yohanis12]

MThomasEsqI i was wondering after we do this exsercise daily and stuff what happens? like do u gain more chi? or are u able to feel and see it better ?

plz reply back.I see a lot of tai chi exsercises/slow movement but i dont realy know what they do.

[MThomasEsqI]

@yohanis12 - For those who are dedicated to Tai Chi it is a moment of peace. This exercise should help your inner self become more aware of what is inside of you and what surrounds you (people & life) and should provide more self-awareness and selflessness. It is done slowly to bring about the above results and should help you think with a clear mind. The best results come when you clear your mind while you perform Tai Chi. This comes after a lot of practice. Thank you for your inquiry M Thomas

[jmr1gone]

You are a great teacher, it seems so much more easier to learn from you .. Thanks.

[MThomasEsqI]

@jmr1gone - This video repeats several steps to help the beginner. I hope it helps you. Thank you for your input. M Thomas

[mmendes2000]

You seem to be such a nice and peaceful person, thank you for your generosity in putting the video up

[MThomasEsqI]

@mmendes2000 - Thank you for the compliment. - M Thomas

[DomDollx]

love these vids!! #1 fan!! =D

just a tip: Shi-Fu, it'd be great if you would either face the camera or just face the mirror because it gets really confusing and hard to follow when you beginning shifting @__@ Otherwise, your pace is very nice and helpful!

thank you

[jonmacnl]

Just received my DVD and absolutely satisfied. MThomas was very easy to deal with, very friendly. Wish you all the best, Jon from the Netherlands

[MThomasEsqI]

@jonmacnl - Thank you for your input. I appreciate the comment and showing what country I had the DVD delivered to. I hope you benefit from the DVD. Thank you - M Thomas

[joshuaplont]

Ni hao. best step by step on web. thank you so much for sharing. xiexie, zaijian

[ali3run08]

its so cool!

[MThomasEsqI]

I am glad you like it. Thank you.