the shipping was in a timely manner, new condition, this has help me cultivate my already extensive practice, has also given great deal of helpful tips while learning, and or achieving advanced tai chi skill

One really dumb idea was to record her sequence while she was standing in tall grass. I know, it's romantic and beautiful and at one with nature etc., but we need to see the feet. Duh.

My second gripe is about the lost opportunity. To do this right, you need two, maybe three views. One view would be with her back to the camera, so we can follow without transposing our left and right. Another would be a moving camera that is always facing her back, so that, as the movement revolves, we can maintain orientation.

I do like the organization and the idea, here.

I have been taking Tai Chi since November, 2006, using the Yang Style Simplified Form, which is the subject of this video. I was pleased with the depth of the presentation in the video, together with the "martial basis" of many of the elements in the form. Quite frankly, before I started Tai Chi, I thought of it as "martial arts in slow motion" or more of a dance than anything else.

Over the months, I have developed a better understanding of tai chi ch'uan, and I consider this DVD to be a useful adjunct to my regular weekly classes. One thing I feel that I must emphasize is that this DVD video is not a substitute for the organized classes you can take. However, it is an effective introduction to the health benefits available through Tai Chi. For those who are current students, Robin Linde's style in executing the 24 forms is "impeccable" and her explanations of the martial origins of the style are first rate. Many of those of us who practice Tai Chi are not regular practitioners of other martial arts. We are involved in the practice of Tai Chi for the advantages it gives us in developing balance, strength, and flexibility. For those who are regular practitioners, there are psychological advantages in Tai Chi as a form of "moving meditation." The health advantages offered by Tai Chi have been documented in medical journals. This DVD presents both the style and form of Tai Chi, together with background necessary to give a basic understanding of this art.

My Tai Chi instructor has seen the video and is presently recommending it to his classes

This DVD is beautiful. It is the perfect complement to my practice. i have been looking for something to help jump start a self practice and this is it! Since i have been using this my practice with my instructor has improved and I am doing tai chi more. I highly recommend this DVD.

I've been practicing for a few years with a number of teachers. This dvd is great to study and practice along with. Love the additional commentary and tricks for practice...just what my teacher said. Great addition to my collection
Todd