Intro to Tai Chi

I have tried several Tai Chi DVD's through the years: David Carradine's had lot of women performing with him and they all were doing their own thing, enough for me to throw it out right away. Then an excellent one by a doctor American/Oriental, but couldn't understand his accent and difficult to go back to the same area to see the move again. Then, I tried Ross, which I wasn't sure if I would like it because I only watched his program at the tail end. WOW, This is definitely an instructional TAI ChI video that you can follow. The Video is exceptional because: It details every move and also let you see it all the parts together. Second, and most importantly, It divides each part or move so that you can easily go back to exactly that part. All these years I have been stucked in the HANDS. He explained it so easily. I must say that I have always excelled in sports and as a senior I started learning the piano with no problem in hand coordination. To sum it all, I needed a good method and a good teacher and Mr. Ross is all of that. Once, I master these 9 flows I'll be ready for Dr. Oz's teacher, Romain, who adds the breathing.

I think this intro into Tai Chi by D-D Ross is the best I have tried thus far. He breaks the routine into small easy to follow pieces and also explains some Tai Chi fundamentals. Some people may find this video moves along too slowly for these two reasons. For those who just want to know the moves of Tai Chi, this DVD video may not be for you. If you want to know how to properly perform Tai Chi, then this is an excellent intro. He also shows the routines in the mirror image forma i.e. he moves his left foot while telling you to move your right foot. He explains this in the video. I happen to find this method preferable and works best for me but I realize that some people find this method confusing. The moves are shown front on with no shots from varying angles presented, but realistically I didn't see any reason for any in this video. I will probably make my next Tai Chi instructional DVD one of Mr. Ross's once I have effectively learned all the moves of this one.

This is the second DVD I have purchased for beginner Tai Chi. The first video that I purchased several years ago had a wonderful warm-up section but when he got into putting the different movements together it was very difficult to follow -- so the only part of the DVD that I used was the warm-upMy brother had seen David-Dorian Ross on public tv fundraisers and like his instruction, so he purchased this DVD and recommended it to me. He was very impresses how he demonstrated each movement and then put it together with the next.This is an excellent DVD for those wishing to start Tai Chi. I am now about three quarters of the way through and practice my Tai Chi daily.

Did not have the bonus practices as advertised in the photo, completely different cover. Only has 2 work outs. Extremely disappointed.

Great intro.This particular video was good. But, I've used several other videos by him and they are often confusing to our group as his presentation isn't always a mirror to what his movements. 6-8 of us using it at the same time and we all get confused. When you try it, you'll understand.. After you practice with his videos a while, it becomes easier. I need it easier to follow when starting out.

David-Dorian Ross is the only person I have heard of with a hyphenated first name.He is a good T'ai Chi instructor and this is a good video to put on your TV screen and follow along. That's what this video is intended to do. It is not a talking head video, it is a demonstration of how to do some T'ai Chi movements.We are retired and we find that T'ai Chi and Qigong are beneficial to flexibility, balance, and being present in the body.Recommended.

I really like the video. He is good, but doesn't take himself too seriously. Makes it easy not to freak out about combining foot and upper body movements. Gives traditional explanations for things interspersed with everyday references. If you're old and out of shape but remember a time when you could move with the best of them, this video is for you!

The instructions on the basics of the moves are great. Very easy to follow. Would have liked to have a triple run through at the end of each movement instruction, building the entire series of movements together. I seem to learn faster doing as I watch David demonstrate and a three-pete would help solidify it in my mind and body. My balance is horrible after knee replacement and this seems to be helping.

It's great.Came in on time. It's a great introduction to Tai Chi. I watched people doing this for years and though it can't do much for your body but I was wrong. It works your whole body and your mind too. It slows you down and we all need that with the lifestyle we lead.

Just what I was looking and truly what I needed to begin learning Tai Chi - this DVD provides clear instruction and is easy to follow .

Perfect for beginners. Very simplified and understandable. Once you buy the next level I would get someone different to learn the next step.

a well done very basic instutional dvd easy to follow and grasp i am enjoying it.

Very good, easy to follow, smooth delivery. I like it.