just received the DVDFebruary 19, 2009 Michelle Garringer(Overland Park KS) 45 out of 50 found this review helpful
just received the DVD and i am watching it- i like the instructors calm non hurried yet comprehensive and informative manner and his enthusiasm for the exercises he teaches both physical and spiritual- this is how i got hooked on yoga years ago= and i can see why his studio has been a success. i needed a beginners because i know NOTHING aboubt Tai chi or Qi Gong and have heard good things so i thought i'd try this DVD to include it into my workout schedule. i believe watching this DVD it is the program i am looking for. its got Qi Gong to prepare yourself then breakdown of Tai Chi moves- then he teaches you how to do the flow so it has slow steps for people like myself to build my practice without being overwhelmed. the first time i tried it with a VHS years ago i dont even remember who it was by- was certainly not like this Element DVD! they simply threw too much at me all at once. the background is lovely view of the ocean which i also love. Highly recommend! adding to my review March 11 2009- i've been using this DVD for the past week Three days i injured myself after i first received this DVD and my plans to use it had to be put on hold. After being upset that i couldnt do my yoga i discovered i CAN do this so far its helped heal me by getting me moving but not aggravating the healing muscles from my injury. i throughly enjoy it and look forward to the time i set aside to do this- The qi gong section is 18 minutes if i can stand injured for 18 minutes and do this i recommended it to my friends and family as well. i guess i'm not as visual as the other reviewer as i just now figured out that mirror image problem they had it really hasnt mattered to me and i wouldnt give a low rating to something when its your personal preference. i have no problem following along with the excellent and detailed verbal instructions and mimicing the instructor and have spent many enjoyable sessions doing this practice and would recommend it it to anybody to include in thier workout. i feel calmer yet energized after it. still highly recommend
Element: Tai Chi for Beginners by Samuel BarnesJune 14, 2009 ALP in Oak Harbor, WA USA 11 out of 11 found this review helpful
Element: Tai Chi for Beginners
This is an encouraging and easy-to-follow instructional DVD. Mr. Barnes has a wonderful manner of gradually walking you through each movement so that the beginning student can master it and continue to build on that rather than quit too soon out of a feeling of exasperation.
instant energy boost and stress reliefNovember 27, 2009 H. Robinson(Sedona. AZ) 6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I have watched elderly folks in the San Francisco parks doing Tai Chi often. I am always impressed by their agility and grace. Years ago took a weight lifting class from a man who was a professional body builder. He urged all the class members to take Tai Chi to learn so many valuable things physically, mentally and spiritually that were not addressed by strength training alone.
I am now enjoying the flow of Tai Chi and the gently easy instructions from Samuel Barnes. Each time I watch this video my confidence grows. Think I'm ready to move ahead beyond beginners level.
Excellent investment
A hit in one sessionOctober 19, 2009 S. Heidi Newman(McConnellsburg, PA) 5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I read in a mag that Tai Chi was a very healthful way to energize the body and calm the mind. After just the first session, I am HOOKED! I loved pretty much everything about this class. I was able to follow it with no problem and enjoyed it immensly! Looking forward to many mornings getting energized and ready to face my day! :-)
Highly recommended for anyone intrigued by Tai Chi's physical and spiritual benefitsMarch 14, 2009 Midwest Book Review(Oregon, WI USA) 10 out of 13 found this review helpful
Hosted by expert Tai Chi teacher Samuel Barnes, and filmed on a calm outdoors location overlooking the majestic Pacific Ocean, Tai Chi for Beginners is a DVD that teaches the user how to tap into the revitalizing power of Qi Gong, learn Tai Chi postures, and use Tai Chi as a form of moving meditation meant to increase the body's natural energy. An easy-to-follow guide that all ages can use to experience the mind-clearing benefits of Tai Chi highly recommended for anyone intrigued by Tai Chi's physical and spiritual benefits. 56 minutes.
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