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DVDS: YANG Style T'ai Chi Demonstrator/Teacher:
Various including Yang Zhen-Dou, Tony Yang, Ding Sui De, Ted Mancuso, Scott Rodell and others . ABOUT
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The Yang two person set, or Dui Lian, is well known. It was created, according to Luo Jin Hua, by Chen Yan Lin and encompasses two person fighting actions dervied from the thirteen energies of Taijiquan. This is Sha Guo Zheng’s interpretation of that oft reinterpreted set. This long form is retained in all its essentials and is completely recognizable as the standard form with some additions; each of them germane. The strongest recommendation for this version is the high degree of stickiness and adherence maintained by Guo and his assistant (Mrs. Luo?). All 108 movements are here with a soft applications that still retain fidelity to martial principles. Warning: This version does have the complete salutations, beginning and end which seem to make up for about fifteen per cent of the form. Some discussion at the end of the basic principles of Taiji’s soft approach. About 1 Hour, Chinese with English subtitles $19.50 | |
This Yang style Taiji Sword came to Mr. Luo from Sha Guo Zheng who learned his technique from Sun Lu Tang. This is essentially the famous Yang “13 Method Sword” with many additional stylistic points. Extra movements are added but all from classical sword work. Luo is fluid and graceful with the weapon and gives this famous form his own special interpretation. Towards the end of the disk he explains the basic strikes, always interesting if you are into the sword. Applications are peppered throughout the instruction. About 1 Hour, Chinese with English subtitles $19.50 |
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In this DVD Taiji teacher Rodell demonstrates the martial applications of the Chinese double edged straight sword (Jian) from several angles, including the overhead view, at both slow and full speed in this hour long video. Rodell learned the Yang Family Mi Chuan Taiji Sword, the subject of this video with Wang and the public Yang Style Taiji Jian with Liang. Throughout this presentation, Rodell focuses on the Eight Basic Cuts of the Mi Chuan system to explain each application in detail, from the manner in which the sword is employed, the zone of the blade used and the target for the cut. He also has a companion book on both forms and applications, 59 Minutes Mandarin/ English Subtitles, click picture to enlarge $19.95 |
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This is a teaching and demonstration tape of the famous Yang Style T'ai Chi Straight Sword (Taiji Jian). There is a good deal of discussion on the manipulation of the sword itself with more than mere replication of postures. This tape gives some feel for the teaching style of Ted Mancuso. From the Tape: "When all is said and done the T'ai Chi sword is great fun. It preserves the martial heritage that is so essential to a real understanding of T'ai Chi but combines it with the grace and fluidity that we all have come to associate with the art itself. T'ai Chi Sword must fulfill the promise of T'ai Chi by retaining its special flavor and yet functioning as a true display of martial prowess. The sword itself is the perfect symbol of this idea. It has a graceful and flexible body yet is perfectly straight, as straight as the spine of the practitioner. In many ways it is the best symbol of Wu De, martial virtue. Associated with scholars as well as warriors it signifies the ideal of Wen Wu, literature and martial skill combined." This video contains the following:
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NEW shortened form of Tai Chi is the perfect introduction to a great art. Developed by teacher Ted Mancuso from his many years of experience, this condensed form contains essential movements for learning and performing an exercise known world-wide as a treasure. * Special Note for Teachers: This modularity also allows new students to enter at any point in the set. You don't have to go back and start them from the beginning . |
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A shorter version, but still a traditionally structured Yang Tai Chi set. Not only is there a straight demonstration of the set but also breakdowns. There are also key points to each movement along with things to avoid. A very structured teaching.Ding's form is smooth and well refined, with clear and long motions.
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Ding Shui De top teacher of Yang Tai Chi. 60+ Minutes Mandarin/ English Subtitle, click picture to enlarges $19.50 |
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The
creator of Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan was Yang Lu Chan. Yang had three
sons one of which was Yang Jian Hou, a very famous practitioner.
Yang Jian Hou taught a well known expert, Zhang Ce who combined
his knowledge to create the style known as Tai Chi Wu Xing Tong
Bei Quan (Grand Ultimate Five Elements Through-the-Back Boxing).
60+ Minutes Mandarin/ English Subtitles, click picture to enlarge $19.50 |
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Yang Tai Chi Long Set Part 1
For the Yang Stylist this it it: a demonstration by one of the foremost practitioners in the world and the son of Yang Chen Fu, creator of the Yang Long Form we now practice. This DVD is subtitled in ENGLISH and MANDARIN. It has four major sections and is part one of a THREE PART series 1
Features and Exercise Methods Yang Zhen Dou demonstrates himself and makes many comments on just the proper way to do things. A great deal of detail in the set and even as to use of the mind. While the English is a little technical and archaic it is nonetheless and excellent series of tapes for the dedicated practitioner. Yang Zhen Dou's play is considered one of the standards for Yang Tai Chi. 60+ Minutes Mandarin/ English Subtitles $19.50 |
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Yang Tai Chi Long Set Part 2
For the Yang Stylist this it it: a demonstration by one of the foremost practitioners in the world and the son of Yang Chen Fu, creator of the Yang Long Form now so widely practiced. This DVD is subtitled in ENGLISH and MANDARIN. It has four major sections and is part Two of a THREE PART series.
60+ Minutes Mandarin/ English Subtitles $19.50 |
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#10456 Yang Tai Chi Long Set Part 3 For the Yang Stylist this it it: a demonstration by one of the foremost practitioners in the world and the son of Yang Chen Fu, creator of the Yang Long Form now so widely practiced. This DVD is subtitled in ENGLISH and MANDARIN. It has four major sections and is part Three of a THREE PART series. This Third part also has a Demonstration of the 103 move form and a Demonstration of the 49 move form.
60+ Minutes Mandarin/ English Subtitles $19.50 | |
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Yang Style Sword & Saber
The
famous Yang style T'ai Chi sword with Yang Zhen-Dou and his
grandson, Yang Jun, demonstrating. Really, there's little more to
be said. For many people this is the standard of the art. 1
Basic practice methods of the sword Yang Zhen Dou himself demonstrates and makes many comments on just the proper way to do things. Much detail in the proper play of the sword. Nicely progressive comments . Each posture is named and demonstrated with specifics on direction, holding and correct sword path. A must for Yang style lovers. 60+ Minutes Mandarin/ English Subtitles $19.50 |
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It is probably no surprise to anyone that the Yang Family Tai Chi is not entirely contained within the one, famous form of Yang Chen Fu. Here is another claimant to the idea of various other forms within Yang Lu Chang's original system of at least eight forms. This one concentrates on "post-birth" movements where at least some strength is shown. Somewhat like a Xing Yi set, as many of the things dating to Yang's birthplace of Yong Nian, are; this form uses elbows, double punches, back bends and other movements not as common in the longer Solo Exercise. Is this truly one of the "original" versions of the form? Who can tell? Jiang's version here is straight forward and pedagogic if not inspired. 118 Minutes, English, click picture to enlarge $49.99 |
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#18066 Yang Tai Chi (Liu Yun Chiao's Abstraction) Two DVDs This is an special item. Master Tony Yang was taught directly by GM Liu Yun Chiao who abstracted (condensed) this version of the longer yang Tai Chi set. This DVD includes a number of QiGong exercises and foundational warm ups appropriate for individuals of all ages. The set is nicely filmed with excellent backgrounds and colors and multiple repetitions. In addition, there is a second DVD showing single movement postures (a method we strongly urge people to practice), the Yang 45 movement set and the Yang 64 movement set. 60+ English , click picture to enlarge Double DVD $64.95 |
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