Li Derun: "Traditional Yang Style Taijiquan Pushing Hands" set of DVDs: | ||
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Yang Style Taijiquan was created in 19th century by Yang Luchan nicknamed "Invincible". Pushing Hands (Tui Shou) is a practice method, a transitional stage from individual Taijiquan routine practice to controlled - and later combat - fighting. The goal is to learn the proper ways to respond to opponent's power, "feel" his power, stay rooted and maintain relaxed body frame. It also allows to correct one's own mistakes that are hard to spot during routine practice. This set shows Pushing Hands in both fixed and moving steps. Li Derun is the 4th generation inheritor of Yang style Taijiquan and disciple of Hu Xingzhai, who in turn learnt from Yang Jianhou. 1.Pushing with One Hand in Fixed Step (Ding
Bu Dan Tui Shou), USD13.50 (Sh&H not included) All items are one disc/one box. Note: Entire set (4 discs/4 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD52.50 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). Subtitles in ENGLISH and CHINESE. Also available on VCDs (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Yang Xiaojun: "Sanda - Free Fighting" set of DVDs: | ||
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This set provides detailed instructions on techniques and methods of Sanda - a competition fighting sport based on Chinese martial arts. Gaining growing popularity both in China and abroad, it uses the principle of "in long distance use kicking, in short distance use striking, throw when close to opponent's body". This makes Sanda a very comprehensive fighting sport. Demonstrated an explained by Yang Xiaojun from Tianjin Sports Institute, Sanda first grade judge and experienced fighter, former Sanda competitor. 1.Basic Methods (Ji Ben Gong Xunlian), (2 discs/1 box), USD17.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (8 discs/6 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD85.50 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). Subtitles in ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH and CHINESE. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Lin Qingsong: "Wan Laisheng's Fighting Methods of Natural Boxing" set of DVDs: | ||
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Natural Boxing (Zi Ran Men, Natural Style, Natural Gate) is a rare internal martial art, known for its combat effectiveness. Its methods are not based on set patterns, but rather creating fighting ability through practice of basics, which not only develops external skills, but first of all builds strong internal foundation - vitality, internal energy, spirit. In practice this means developing reflexes, courage, both physical and psychological attributes that make one a good fighter. The style has Taoist roots and became known because of Du Xinwu, bodyguard to Sun Yat-sen, the first president of Republic of China. Du's most famous disciple was late Wan Laisheng (1902-1992), who gained his fame during fighting competitions in 1930. Originally trained in Shaolin Six Harmonies Boxing as well as Luohan Boxing, Wan became famous for his skills in Natural Boxing and has has spread this rare style in China. This set commemorates 100th anniversary of Wan Laisheng's birth and shows many seldom shown aspects of Natural Boxing. It is demonstrated and explained by Lin Qingsong, longtime disciple of Wan Laisheng, main coach of Wan Laisheng Martial Arts Academy in Tokyo; his demonstrations at the age of 58 are very impressive: 1.The Essence of Fighting Methods of Natural Boxing (Zi Ran Men Boji
Jingcui, many specific fighting methods of Natural Boxing, both
offensive and defensive), (2 discs/1 box),
USD17.50 (Sh&H not included) Subtitles in ENGLISH and CHINESE. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Liu Yi: "Combat methods of Chinese Special Forces" set of DVDs: | ||
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People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China has its own system of combat methods that is taught to its special forces. The system is based on techniques from traditional Chinese martial arts that were modified to better suit the needs of army training and to achieve high combat effectiveness in the shortest possible time spent on training. Its main methods cover hand to hand combat techniques (striking, kicking, throwing, seizing) as well as defense against an armed opponent (with knife, gun). It also includes training of special skills like wall climbing or fighting in any - also very difficult - environment. The set is demonstrated by Liu Yi, coach of combat for special forces as well as expert of traditional Shaolin Boxing: 1."Basics of Combat" (Boji Ji Ben
Gong), (1 disc/1 box), USD13.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (15 discs/14 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD188.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED) Subtitles in ENGLISH and CHINESE. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Chen Qingzhou: "Orthodox Chen Family Taijiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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This one of the most complete video materials presenting Old Frame (Lao Jia) of Chen Style Taijiquan as taught by Chen Zhaopei has finally been released on DVDs with subtitles in four languages, including English, French and Spanish. Old Frame system of Chen clan boxing is said to have been created by Chen Changxing, and was the method Yang Luchan learnt before creating his own distinctive style. Old Frame is known for wide, deep stances, smooth, relaxed movements, changing tempo, and has been gaining growing popularity both in China and abroad. The set is demonstrated by Chen Qingzhou, disciple of famous Chen Zhaopei. Chen Qingzhou was not only one of the earliest disciples of Chen Zhaopei, but also one of very few who decided not to learn New Frame as taught by Chen Zhaokui. For this reason his Old Style is considered one of the purest and closest to what Chen Zhaopei taught. Chen Qingzhou is head of Wen County Qingzhou Martial Arts Academy, secretary of Jiaozuo International Taijiquan Gathering and main coach of the American Chen Qingzhou Martial Arts Association: 1.First Routine of Old Frame of Chen
Family Taijiquan (Chen Shi Taiji Lao Jia Yi Lu), (3 discs/2 boxes),
USD22.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (15 discs/13 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD168.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). Subtitles in ENGLISH, FRENCH, SPANISH and CHINESE Also available on VCDs (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Wu Shijun: "Practical Fighting Skills of Taijiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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This set introduces multiple Taijiquan techniques, starting from eight basic methods used in Pushing Hands, to advanced combat techniques including grappling, striking and kicking. All methods, based on principal Taijiquan skills of neutralizing and not using force against force, are explained in detail and shown in fast and slow speeds. Useful for all Taijiquan practitioners of any style interested in practical applications of their art. 1.Basics Methods of Pushing and
Neutralizing and how to Apply Them Correctly (Basic Eight Methods of
Peng, Lü, Ji, An, Cai, Lie, Zhou
and Kao, how to use them in Pushing Hands and individually, basic
patterns of Pushing Hands); USD14.50 (Sh&H not included) All items are one disc/one box. Note: Entire set (3 discs/3 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD42.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). Subtitles in ENGLISH and CHINESE. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Wu Shijun: "Practical Applications of Chen Style Taijiquan and Weapons" set of DVDs: | ||
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Wu Shijun is a well-known expert of traditional Chinese martial arts from Shanxi province, proficient in three internal styles of Bagua, Xingyi and Taiji. He studied Chen Style Taijiquan from Tian Xiuchen, famous disciple of Chen Fake. This set of DVDs not only provides, clear, step-by-step instructions on the choreography of movements, but also discusses in details and demonstrates their applications. Wu Shijun shows applications for both empty hand routine and weapons sets - how to use sword against an opponent attacking with broadsword and vice-versa. Good resource of information about how the movements of traditional routines should be interpreted for combat purposes and used in fighting: 1."Chen Style Taijiquan in Sixty
Six Postures" (Liu Shi Liu Shi Chen Shi Taijiquan, according to Wu
Shijun this is the routine late master Chen Fake compiled and practiced
during last years of his life, but taught only to chosen disciples; it is
a combination of both traditional Sets - Yi Lu and Er Lu - of Chen style;
this item contains 176 practical applications of the movement of the
routine), (2 discs/1 box), USD22.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (4 discs/3 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD50.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). Subtitles in ENGLISH and CHINESE. Also available on VCDs (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Zhaobao Taijiquan is one of rare branches of the style that has been practiced mainly in Zhaobao town in Henan Province. The set presents Big Frame of Zhaobao (He Style) as passed by renowned master Zheng Boying, who became famous after winning Leitai (free fighting) Competition in 1931 in Kaifeng. Guo Shikui (one of Zheng's best disciples) taught the style to Wang Chang'an, who demonstrates the techniques on this set. The body method of the style stresses big opening and big closing, power is generated in legs, the crotch moves along curves and drives the body, and the body moves the hands. The main features of this unique style are: changing postures from extremely low to high, light and agile footwork, soft but relatively fast movements. The body moves mainly along vertical full circles. Demonstrated by Wang Chang'an from Zhaobao Town, who explains both the movements as well as their applications in an easy to follow, step-by-step way: 1."Traditional Routine in 72 Movements and their
Fighting Applications" (Qi Shi Er Shi Taolu Ji Jiji Yongfa, main
routine of the system), (2 discs/1 box), USD22.50 (Sh&H not
included) Note: Entire set (4 discs/3 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD50.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). Subtitles in ENGLISH and CHINESE. Also available on VCDs (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Di Guoyong: "Xingyiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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Xingyiquan (Form and Intent Boxing) is a famous martial art, one of three internal "sister" styles, known for its no-nonsense practice methods which allow to acquire practical fighting skills in relatively short time. Mr Di Guoyong is the president of Beijing Xingyiquan Research Association; he has been practicing Hebei branch of the style for nearly 40 years (click here to read interview with Mr Di). The set presents the technical material of Hebei Xingyi, starting from basic methods of standing and Five Elements Fists/Twelve Shapes, through matched routines to more advanced 'Eight Characters Method" and weapons. The instructions are very detailed, clear and easy to follow. 1.Xingyi Five Elements Fists, Five
Elements Linked Fists Routine and Five Elements Cannon (Wu Xing Quan Wu
Xing Lian Huan, Wu Xing Pao) Note: Entire set (10 discs/10 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD128.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). All are DVD5 that can be watched all over the world (no area coding); with subtitles in ENGLISH. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Li Bingci: "Northern Wu Style Taijiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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Wu style is one of the most popular styles of Taijiquan, and is divided into Southern and Northern branches. Northern branch is taught in Northern China and was passed by Wang Maozhai, disciple of Quan You. The style is characterized by compact, soft movements with characteristic forward lean of the body. This set of DVDs contains detailed, step-by-step instructions of all main parts of Wu Style Taijiquan system - empty hand and weapons routines as well as Pushing Hands and weapons exercises with partner. By Li Bingci, famous expert of Wu Style Taijiquan, student of Yang Yuting (who was also Wang Peisheng's teacher) and president of Beijing Wu Style Taijiquan Research Association: 1.Traditional Routine of Wu Style
Taijiquan (Wu Shi Taijiquan Chuantong Taolu); (3 discs/2 boxes),
USD20.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (10 discs/7 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD90.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). All are DVD5 that can be watched all over the world (no area coding); contains subtitles in ENGLISH. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Sun Jianyun: "Sun Style Taijiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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Sun style Taijiquan was created at the beginning of 20th century by Sun Lutang, famous martial artist and expert of all three internal arts. Sun began his practice of internal arts from Xingyi, later learnt Bagua and finally Wu style Taijiquan. Afterwards Sun developed his own style of Taijiquan which combines essence of Xingyi, Bagua and Taiji, and is often called "Xingyi Taijiquan". It is known for its compact movements and agile footwork. Late Sun Jianyun, daughter of Sun Lutang, president of Beijing Sun Style Taijiquan Research Association and current "Gate Keeper" of the style, gives detailed instructions on both her family Taijiquan as well as Taiji Straight Sword, which is based on famous Wudang Sword passed by General Li Jinglin: 1.Traditional Routine of Sun Style Taijiquan (Sun Shi Taijiquan); (2 discs/1 box),
USD16.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (4 discs/3 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD45.50 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). All are DVD5 that can be watched all over the world (no area coding); contains subtitles in ENGLISH. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Chen Yongfu: "Small Frame (Xiao Jia) of Chen Style Taijiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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Small Frame of Chen Style Taijiquan is
regarded by its practitioners as the orthodox martial art practiced by
Chen clan before Large Frame was created. Its curriculum includes many
rare sets (like Long Fist Boxing); some of the movement principles differ
from those taught within Large Frame. Chen Yongfu is a member of Chen clan and disciple of
Chen Liqing, one of the main inheritors of Small Frame of Chen Style
Taijiquan. He has practiced the style since childhood and is a
vice-president of Xi'an Cuihua Martial Arts School. This is the very first
such comprehensive material introducing this rare branch of Chen style
Taijiquan ever released. Also for the first time one of Chen clan oldest
routines - Long Fist Boxing in 108 Postures - has been is presented, which
gives a unique opportunity to learn this routine and understand the
development of Chen Family Taijiquan. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Zhang Zhijun: "New Frame of Chen Style Taijiquan and its Combat Applications" set of DVDs: | ||
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New Frame of Chen Style Taijiquan was created by famous Chen Fake and further developed by his son, Chen Zhaokui. It is characterized by deep, low stances, changes of tempo and coiling that penetrates through all movements of this system. Zhang Zhijun is a long-time student of late Chen Zhaokui and one of "Three Zhangs" - three students of Chen Zhaokui from Zhengzhou famous for their Taiji fighting skills. This set of DVDs by Zhang Zhijun in great detail, using step-by-step instructions, explains the practice methods of two empty hand routines of New Frame of Chen style Taijiquan as well as straight sword. However probably the most valuable part of set are the multiple fighting applications (striking, grappling/seizing, throwing and kicking) for the movements of the empty hand routines. This is the part of Chen style Taiji system which is seldom shown and explained. The set is demonstrated by Zhang Zhijun and Zhang Peng, his son. 1.First Routine of Chen Style
(New Frame) Taijiquan and its Combat Applications (Chen Shi Taijiquan
Xin Jia Yi Lu ji Shizhan Jiji, the first set focuses on developing
rooting, soft power, internal and external harmonies, stresses use of
waist and legs, in applications focuses on Warding off, Pushing, Pressing
and Rolling; both the movements of the set as well as multiple
applications for each posture are demonstrated and explained), (6 discs/3
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Qiao Songmao: "Wu (Yuxiang) Style Taijiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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Wu Yuxiang was not only famous Taijiquan master, who created his own branch of the style based on the teaching he received from Yang Luchan and Chen Qingping, but also the first Taijiquan scholar. Most of the Taijiquan theory known nowadays was written by him and his student Li Yiyu. Wu Style Taijiquan is known for its high, narrow stances (very close to postures used in actual fighting), compact movements and effective Push Hand methods. Qiao Songmao is an expert of this rare style of Taijiquan and its inheritor in 5th generation. This set presents both main empty hands routine of the system as well as straight sword set. The instructions are very detailed, clear and easy to follow.. 1.Traditional Routine of Wu (Yuxiang)
Style Taijiquan (Wu Shi Taijiquan, the routine in 85 postures, with
compact movements, stressing opening and closing), (2 discs/1 box),
USD16.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (4 discs/3 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD45.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). All are DVD5 that can be watched all over the world (no area coding); contains subtitles in ENGLISH. |
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You Xuande: "Wudang Martial Arts" set of DVDs: | ||
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This set, originally released on VCDs, has recently come out on DVDs which offer English subtitles. You Xuande demonstrates and explains many empty hand and weapon routines belonging to Wudang branch of martial arts, many of them rare and little known; he also introduces internal cultivation methods that are the core of Taoist - both health preserving and martial - arts. You Xuande is a Taoist monk living in Taizipo Temple in Wudang Mountains. He learnt many internal martial arts from both old Taoist monks as well as other renowned masters of Taoist martial arts, and is now considered the leading figure in Wudang martial arts. 1.Internal Elixir Health Preserving
Methods (Neidan Yang Sheng Shu), (1 disc/1 box), USD16.50 (Sh&H not included) Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Chen Yongfa (Changfa): "Cai Li Fo (Choy Lee Fut)" set of DVDs: | ||
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This very popular set has finally been released on DVD. Cai Li Fo (also written as Choy Lee Fut) is one of the most popular Chinese martial arts coming from southern China. Created by Chen Heng (Chan Heung) in the middle of 19th century by combining three styles - Fo Jia (Buddhist), Cai Jia (Cai Family) and Li Jia (Li Family) - it shares many principles with Chinese northern styles, stressing importance of softness, relaxation, sudden use of explosive power, wide range of kicking techniques, etc. This set is demonstrated by Chen Changfa (Chen Yong-fa), 5th generation descendant of Chen Heng and "Keeper of the Style". Chen Yongfa learnt the style since early childhood from his grandfather and father; he graduated from Guangdong College of traditional Chinese Medicine and currently resides in Sydney, Australia. He is the head coach of All-world Choy Lee Fut Gungfu Association as well as Hung Sing Gwoon (one of the leading schools of Choy Lee Fut worldwide). 1.Basics (Ji Ben Gong) Note: Entire set (6 discs/6 boxes) is sold for USD88.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail included). All are DVD5 that can be watched all over the world (no area coding); narration in Standard Chinese, subtitles in Chinese and English. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Zhang Quanliang: "Liang Style Baguazhang" set of DVDs: | ||
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Liang Style Baguazhang is one of the more popular Eight Trigrams Palm branches in China. The style emphasizes circle walking method, which should develop internal skill. It contains many empty and weapons routines. It combines soft, round movements with sudden palm strikes. Zhang Quanliang is a disciple of famous Liang style Baguazhang expert from Beijing, late Li Ziming. This set covers the core of Liang style Baguazhang in great detail. This DVD version offers not only high quality picture but also English subtitles previously not available on VCDs: 1.Basic Techniques (Ji Ben Gong) Note: Entire set (11 discs/11 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD158.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail included). All are DVD5 that can be watched all over the world (no area coding); narration in Standard Chinese, subtitles in Chinese and English. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Bo Jiacong: "Yi Quan (Intent Boxing)" series of DVDs: | ||
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Yi Quan is a relatively new martial art gaining growing popularity both in China and abroad, famous for its focus on standing practice with specific visualizations, which in relatively short time build connections of all parts of the body into one, increase speed of reflexes and develop fighting ability. Bo Jiacong, former president of Beijing Yi Quan Research Association and 3rd generation practitioner of the style, demonstrates all main practice methods of Yi Quan, starting from standing methods, through "Force Testing", "Power Releasing", Pushing Hands and Sparring Techniques: 1.Standing Methods (Zhan Zhuang)
and "Force Testing" (Shi Li) (122min) Price: USD16.50 (Sh&H not included) for each item; all items are 1 disc/1 box. All are DVD5 that can be watched all over the world (no area coding); narration in Standard Chinese, subtitles in Chinese and English. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Wang Haizhou: "Zhaobao Taijiquan" series of DVDs: | ||
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Zhaobao Taijiquan is a general name for styles practiced in Zhaobao town in Henan Province. Located close to Chenjiagou - Chen Clan village - is often associated with Chen style Taijiquan, but traces its origins to Wang Zhenlin and his student Jiang Fa, outside Chen family. Wang Haizhou is renowned expert of He style Taijiquan - the most famous branch of Zhaobao Taijiquan, created by He Zhaoyuan. He style Taijiquan is characterized by deep postures, softness, it is also performed faster than other branches. 1.Zhaobao Taijiquan (108 postures
routine) (2 discs/1 box, 163min), USD25.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: All are DVD5 that can be watched all over the world (no area coding); narration in Standard Chinese, subtitles in Simplified/Traditional Chinese and English. |
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Chen Zhenglei: "New Frame (Xin Jia) of Chen Family Taijiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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In this latest DVD set Chen Zhenglei, one of the most famous exponents of Chen style Taijiquan and one of "Four Tigers" from Chenjiagou explains details of New Frame Taijiquan as taught by late Chen Zhaokui (Chen Fake's son) as well as many rare weapons routines belonging to Chen clan Taiji curriculum: 1.Chen Style Taijiquan New Frame First Routine; (2 discs/1 box);
USD24.00 (Sh&H not included) Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Yang Zhenduo: "Yang Family Taijiquan, Straight Sword and Saber" set of DVDs: | ||
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Yang Zhenduo, famous Yang style Taijiquan expert and great-grandson of the creator of the style, Yang Luchan, explains characteristic and practice methods of Yang family art as passed to him by his father, Yang Chengfu: traditional Taijiquan 103-postures routine, 49-postures demonstration routine, Taiji Straight Sword routine in 67 postures as well as Taiji Broadsword routine. 1.Yang Family Taijiquan - Part One;
115min Price: USD16.50 (Sh&H not included) for each item; all items are 1 disc/1 box Note: Narration and subtitles in English and Chinese; Items 1-3 are sold only together, not separately. |
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Chen Zhenglei: "Old Frame (Lao Jia) of Chen Family Taijiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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Chen Zhenglei, one of the most famous exponents of Chen style Taijiquan and one of "Four Tigers" from Chenjiagou explains details of First and Second Set of Chen style Old Frame (Lao Jia) Taijiquan, Straight Sword routine, Pushing Hands (Tui Shou) as well as standing exercises and Silk Reeling Methods: 1.Chen Style Taijiquan Old Frame First
Routine; 190min (2 discs/1 box); USD24.00 (Sh&H not included) Note: Narration and subtitles in English and Chinese. |
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