Sit back and enjoy discovering the many different terms we use in tai chi and qigong. Press 'Pause' if you want to linger longer on a concept or principle. This Glossary explains in simple language, many of the terms we use in tai chi. To further your understanding, you are encouraged to resea...

The 6 Form is an extension of 5 Form, with the introduction of a balance posture, Golden Rooster Stands on Leg. It cultivates balance, cognitive function and coordination.

Practice the principles of Silk Reeling in this adapted 5 Form. Take time to relax and move gently from one posture to the next, cultivating the fundamental skills of controlled and silken movements.

This is a drill to practice turning to different sides of the room, including North, East and West.

Following on from the Beginner Working the Compass to North, East and West, we now include South, making this drill more complex.

NW, NE, SW and SE are now introduced to practice turning to each corner of the room. Tai Chi forms are constantly changing direction so it is important to feel comfortable when turning.

Tai Chi is known as an 'internal' martial art. Postures and transitions have purpose or intent which are based on practical self-defence applications. This video is a demonstration of some of those applications. It is not intended as a teaching video, but rather, it is an exploration of the in...