Learn the basics and experience the benefits of T'ai Chi practice with this beginner's level program from instructor and disciple of Grandmaster Cheng Man-Ch'ing Claire Hooten. Starting with an overview of T'ai Chi practice and a discussion of basic principles like posture and breathing, Hooten makes sure that the viewer has a firm grasp of basic T'ai Chi principles before getting physical. Once that happens, Hooten offers instruction on how to perform the first 20 movements of the Yang Short Form, which provide the viewer a strong foundation in T'ai Chi practice. The DVD also includes a biography of Hooten, chapter selection and the special "reverse view" method, which allows viewers to imitate Hooten more accurately.
Learn the basics and experience the benefits of T'ai Chi practice with this beginner's level program from instructor and disciple of Grandmaster Cheng Man-Ch'ing Claire Hooten. Starting with an overview of T'ai Chi practice and a discussion of basic principles like posture and breathing, Hooten makes sure that the viewer has a firm grasp of basic T'ai Chi principles before getting physical. Once that happens, Hooten offers instruction on how to perform the first 20 movements of the Yang Short Form, which provide the viewer a strong foundation in T'ai Chi practice. The DVD also includes a biography of Hooten, chapter selection and the special "reverse view" method, which allows viewers to imitate Hooten more accurately.
