Tai Chi for Beginners (Lesson 1: Basic Training)

[@anti-victimGenX]

So thankful for your "Beginner" teachings. I'm disabled with a broken spine, but not chair bound due to wonders of modern, physical, surgical science. Now I'm working on balance, strength & reducing bad nerve pain. I believe exercises and discipline such as this will help me much more, than pills & toxins. Now I just need to practice, practice, practice. Thank you again. ❤

[@digiwhite6470]

This is just superb, been searching for "learning powerful methods to build your Chi energy" for a while now, and I think this has helped. You ever tried - Fellmeroni Rudimentary Chi - (just google it ) ? Ive heard some incredible things about it and my buddy got excellent results with it.

[@Kalikinsribbit]

I hope you have found this helpful. I also suffer from nerve pain and hip issues and that is how I found this video. I’ve found it really useful ☺️

[@JE-western-rider]

Hi. Check out QiGong instructor Jeffrey Chand - ThinkVitality on KZbin. Also look into Dr. Lam's Tai Chi for Health series DVD's. He has a couple of seated Tai Chi programs also. There may be someone in your area teaching his Tai Chi for Arthritis course and its well worth looking into, because the forms are modified and much easier to perform and still benefit.

[@Durzo1259]

Exact same story here, Mandie. This kind of injury ruins your life, your dreams and leaves you isolated & unhappy. I've been going through the excruciatingly-long process of weaning off a variety of drugs I was taking for years for the pain. All they did was help for a while, until I needed them just to maintain homeostasis, until they systematically destroyed so many aspects of my health. Qigong & Yoga have been a huge help for teaching my brain & body to control it's own nervous system again - now I'm moving forward to Tai Chi. The most important thing we can do is keep our bodies moving, stretching, breathing, circulating and aligned with the movement of the mind. Thank you for sharing this and reminding me that I'm not alone.

[@yoshikoenkacrow8698]

Rachel anns 1

[@dromani19]

The first time I did Tai Chi it immediately helped my anxiety. This has been my meditation in motion, as they call it.

[@gabriellameattray9778]

Wow same!

[@saraishaq266]

Watching this cause of anxiety as well. Didn't try yet but hoping it'll somewhat help since I'm not really good at doing the regular meditation.

[@fatihakgun7730]

just by doing those steps like shown in the video, will help our anxiety ? how is that even possible

[@maxwellgoldie_editor]

Same!

[@staceedee88]

@@fatihakgun7730 maybe it's because you are watching/listening to something else rather than your negative thoughts. It's a good distraction, try it.

[@realmsofthespiritarts8557]

Spirit brought me to Tai Chi. I’m thankful for you teachers! What a blessing to be able to learn from all over the world. ❤

[@garyoc9922]

I had a stroke 2 yrs ago, they called me the miracle because I had a major stroke and had so much brain damage that the doctors told my family that when i wake up I might not walk talk or speak again but i do and tai chi helped me as my left side works only about 50 percent

[@katherinejaconello7334]

How did you learn your tai chi, please?

[@atsuchiya624]

I’ve been practicing the move at 4:37 but I think it’s a little more advanced than I can manage

[@axisrogue]

😂😂😂

[@andrewtrip8617]

Normally that is only taught in advanced spear or sword form .

[@kellyw1648]

I don't think that I can master that one either.

[@ebear9018]

😂

[@Wjbnolan]

lol

[@DestinyPifer]

I am here because I have osteoarthritis all through my back and was told that doing tai chi can help me from being in pain every single day. I hope it works.

[@ashleysdairy]

did it help?

[@DestinyPifer]

@@ashleysdairy I have to get back into it.

[@ashleysdairy]

@@DestinyPifer No worries! get back to me if you see any differences I would love to hear your experience with it since i am also dealing with some pain.

[@richardgrimes7883]

Very clear and easy to follow, this is part of my new morning and afternoon routine and I am Xanax free after a 22 year doctor prescribed addiction.

[@staceedee88]

Drs love dishing pills out. Good for you Richard, hope you are well

[@beesilva9085]

Wow thats incredible! Im suffering from severe anxiety.

[@encouraginglyauthentic43]

​@@beesilva9085Get into meditation, tai Chi is good for understanding your body on a deeper level, but meditation is useful for the mind. If you get proficient enough in meditation you realize everything is meditation.

[@erwee7329]

@@beesilva9085 research vagus nerve with a little search you can do alot yourself

[@benholzer1649]

Same here. Six days clean off like four mg klonopin daily with the occasional Xanax but I was not prescribed I was self medicating. Can I ask how you got off Xanax?

[@steveapplebaugh2200]

I am most grateful for your clear and pleasant teaching, Peter Chen!

[@sacha1259]

Oh my goodness! Are you the only person that I xan follow these movements with??? I am 66. Thank you so much.

[@rochelleknight8722]

Mr. Chen. I have just started this video and I can already say I feel you are a true teacher. So clear and precise and slow (patient) for newbies! I think I will be able to learn this much easier than any other video or class even. Your calmness in delivery makes me feel calm, which offsets my natural impatience. Thank you!

[@ahamedislam3188]

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[@ahamedislam3188]

যা হোক তুমি

[@ahamedislam3188]

সারা তুমি

[@DaveAndBeth1978]

Thank you for posting this... I'm new to Tai Chi, and I enjoyed this greatly... I'm 42, and have run six a miles a day since age 16, and performed H.I.I.T., Cardio, Aerobics and Tabata, but as I get older I'm looking to add less intense, and more meditative, teachings and practices to my routine... I'm hoping that Tai Chi will become an extensive part of that routine, and a constant in my life!

[@NovemberRain313]

How you doing brother? Did you keep with it? Im new starting today!

[@shaelynnself6831]

Anyone else watching because they want to learn something new during Quarantine

[@garic8423]

Same

[@lunaxc]

Yes :)

[@timothysanchez9611]

yea same😂😂

[@jc3858]

😂😂😂yes

[@ogsonni]

If you use this in real fight yourw going to get beaten up. Your hands are so far away from your head and body you can't get power to the punches, at he same time you can't block punches because your hands are too far away from your face. Try instead mma, boxing, frestling, but not this beacause this is bullshit.

[@kladinvermont3289]

I've been practicing QiGong for the past year and it's really helped improve my overall health, but I've always wanted to learn Tai Chi, and hope that my familiarity with QiGong will help to make learning Tai Chi a bit easier.

[@carolynaranda8032]

What is QiGong?

[@garystarnes2754]

You don't need a pandemic to understanding the life giving properties of breathing and balancing as a way to improve our lives. Such is Tai Chi now and forever!

[@joblo2671]

Just started this after.lots of painkillers/alcohol/back surgery/knee... arthritis gone!!! 42 and never tried before...only weights/cardio some..really cool! Spiritual Warrior!!😁

[@musicalartist3382]

Thank you Master Chen. I will use my time to Lean Tai Chi. Most for trying to finding myself and make peace with my spirit.

[@wendydee3007]

Thank you so much! I now have atrial fibrillation and heart failure and need to exercise without raising the heart rate. This is perfect!! :o)

[@cokemud]

Thank you Peter chen, by discovering your videos you have opened a new door for me

[@JohnOhkumaThiel]

I was a competitive fighter in sanshou years ago, and of course I did wushu as well, but haven’t done martial arts in many years. Since then, I was hit by a car, became disabled, and then fat and weak. So I thought, I need to do Tai Chi. Of course there are far more bad teachers than good, so I was looking for traditional training, the way I learned Chinese martial arts in the beginning. Within the first minute, I knew you were the right teacher. This is proper martial arts. I always think about keeping my head level in any martial arts. If I’m bobbing up and down, I’m doing it wrong.

[@andredickson7665]

Your posture...movement.....so graceful. Thank you.

[@jennifer7648]

You are a really great teacher!! Thank you soon much for this video 🙂 My doctor wanted me to start doing Tai Chi because I was just diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. So I am starting to change my diet, more walking and starting Tai Chi. Of course drinking more water too.

[@artz50]

You got this:)

[@jennifer7648]

@@artz50 Thank you 😊 It seems to be going very slow for me, but I am still learning to be very patient with the process and with myself.

[@deborahbgoldberg7124]

Yes watching during quarantine. I need to improve my balance.

[@mahoganinav3158]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I needed this more than I realized in my tai chi learning as I begin to incorporate movement into my practice. Blessings to you!

[@nadirahcroom1938]

Your voice and aura makes me feel calm!

[@jessecallaway1842]

Very clear instruction. Just enough words to describe the motion! Just like Tai Chi itself.

[@artisanrox]

This my first exposure to Tai Chi and also martial arts entirely, thank you for your lessons! 🙏 Going to use this stuff to try and combat potential balance issues from a concerning family history.

[@tyanlampaya5926]

4:38 he has gone beyond tai chi

[@RikkeGade]

😂

[@JuliaAnnikaSandoy-dk4zj]

Ultimate Freeze Technique 😂😂

[@jayrome144]

I have been doing a stretch similar to this naturally without instruction in order to try to heal a painful foot injury. I will try this way now Thank you

[@tristanbennett5187]

I ruptured two discs 3 years ago and thanks to surgery and therapy im going to be okay but imbalances and small things cause si much pain. Looking forward to the series

[@vitalchance1032]

Hey, whatever allows me to be calm and wear organic silkies all day -- ahah

[@daisyduck1097]

😄

[@Reality-Honesty]

Hahaha...Silky...Keep Calm & Fuck Silky

[@TheValerwood]

Thank you so much for these videos! You have given me hope for recovery. Like so many others, I need strength training as well as nerve pain relief. I believe the right kind of exercise is essential!

[@FranklinBanton]

Very thankful for this video. It helped me realise movement. With tai chi I acquired the flow of my body and it opened up many different forms of martial arts for me. Tai chi is an incredible thing!

[@taythemay4451]

In all seriousness, your outfit looks so comfortable. I'm buying one to make my practice more serious and I have an excuse to wear something so luxurious. Sure I'm in my garage. But I am a silk goddess of grace. Not really I'm clumsy and fell over transitioning steps.

[@maxwellgoldie_editor]

This is a cute comment, that is all.

[@DonChillum]

Thank you for sharing this video with the world. This video was the REAL beginning of my life long journey as a Tai Chi Practicioner. I am forever grateful. Namaste

[@zooweemama0999]

Cucumzebrillion NAMASTE?!?

[@son.pindorama]

Thank you, Mr. Chen! Sincretizing your teachings to my Taekwondo classes. Students are loving it!

[@petite_cherie]

I think you mean synchronizing

[@son.pindorama]

@@petite_cherie I did mispelled it but i meant *syncretize*, as in combining.

[@FatherofKingJosh]

Heheheh

[@TheBikemaster94]

😢got jumped at the car show, now I want to learn how to defend myself😮

[@TatiainGreece]

After searching and compare to other, this video more easier to learn. Thank you Mr Chen for teaching us.

[@karencalder8540]

Thank you for the simple yet effective explanations of these movements and stances. I look forward to watching and learning more.

[@baldieman64]

This guy is clearly a master of the ornamental martial arts.

[@SerhatCanpolatt]

4:40 ultimate form

[@bigred8438]

Thank you Peter, this was a very interesting, and the foundation principles Tai Chi were clearly explained.

[@Jaymon1203213]

This video was way more helpful than that woman, walking down a dirt path, telling me that form doesn't matter, and you just needed to be guided by your inner feelings. Liked, and subscribed!

[@raythething9112]

I’ll beat Katara at her own game.

[@thesimpleusername2237]

we we we wa wa wa

[@dragonfeesh8358]

LMAO

[@twilightmoongames]

y u do dis sokka???

[@stephenrajgomes3304]

@@twilightmoongames Excuse me is that Yue? You know.... With that username XDXD

[@aurorasworld4379]

Pardon

[@justinsane3909]

I'm a big a white dude and I'm very interested in this. I see its purpose and I think it's important.

[@tworealms3824]

Dunno why why you said you were a big white dude but aight

[@justinsane3909]

@@tworealms3824 Incase you haven't noticed, this isn't exactly a trend of the white culture. Even the ones that eat healthy and exercise aren't exactly doing this as well. Being big means we tend to have issues with our joints and range of motion when we get older.

[@tworealms3824]

@@justinsane3909 I see I guess short Pepole are better

[@justinsane3909]

@@tworealms3824 Maybe at tying their shoes…

[@timomomomo969]

I’m a small wide purple dude and I give this video my highest seal of approval

[@Shitpostin_un_u]

I love pursuing new knowledge and healthy activities alongside

[@petercorcoran2702]

I am the guy that wrote about a Boston Chinatown in the Academy for Chinese martial arts; I remembered that you requested I tell you what country I’m from well I’m from do USA Manhattan and Boston my name is Peter Corcoran I live on public assistance have a spine issue which has made it impossible for me to work for tai chi makes sense right now I wish I could go join all the old ladies in the park doing their tai chi moves, but they don’t do that here could be winter I don’t know.. hey, thank you brother!

[@annsipes6780]

This has helped me before I go to my first actual class. I will watch you on the days I don’t have class & do this every day.

[@HoobleyWoobley]

AWESOME VIDEO. I've been dying to do martial arts, but have a long term injury that has stopped me. This will strengthen me for when I can start Muay Tai

[@HoobleyWoobley]

FOOL, YOU HAVE TO STICK WITH IT

[@Professionalyoutubeviewer]

Thank you so much for teaching Tai Chi, I’m very excited to finally learn.

[@richard-fy2mu]

First time seen tai chi taught by instructor facing forward, Badly injured by accident and tthis is what I wanted. to learn

[@jayleigh4642]

I’m not very mobile because of a spine injury, but I’m so starting this and I’m going to try and try. 🙏🏻

[@oculwarrior1706]

Doctor Chen just popped up in my suggestions again. A great instructor making great videos. As your senior 😅, I'd like to advise beginners at home to do some basic stretches first. And we're all at different stages of flexibility so don't twist your feet out too much to the point where your balance is off. Don't gyrate the knees or the hips - lead with the waist - and you'll be fine.

[@LeslieHiles-mn9fg]

Goodness comes your WAY... thanks again

[@NashobaLusaTaloa]

I'm a totally new beginner. I already practice yoga, but I've always been drawn to the serene fluid movements of Tai Chi. I was also born (78 years ago) with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome/Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder, resulting in weak joints and connective tissues, among other things. I need help with building strength (while not able to do most types of exercise without dislocating something!), and better balance. Any sudden or vigorous movement can not only cause joint dislocation, but also loss of balance resulting in falls. At my age, I can't afford more broken bones!

[@chady3130]

leave your demons for your self M. much appreciated glad to meet energy in life full respect

[@yomaddy]

Very helpful to release my stress, anxiety, anger issue

[@mikecarey1885]

I used to take Tai Chi in Canada sooo many years ago and I miss it. I regret not going for my black belt at that time

[@yuliahenegar9399]

explanations are so clear and simple !! no water ++++

[@entertaichi]

Thanks for sharing! Have an awesome day!

[@noroi-7ds]

Just so calming and relaxing to listen to him

[@deborahdove4826]

I love Tai Chi. Very healthy.

[@marinaassi5552]

Thank you for teaching, I am following your videos because I want to learn and do Tai chi at home by myself. It makes me feel my body better, be balanced and feel peace.

[@moukafaslouka4796]

Your video is extremely helpful for Tai Chi beginners. Thanks for sharing!

[@Tizonit]

Thank you so much for sharing! I’m starting my first class on the 30th, this was a perfect beginners video! 🥰👍🏽

[@jenniferhayden4340]

Thank you for your generosity! Wishing you the best.

[@j.p.morgan8367]

Thank you, very much Peter Chen. The way you verbally articulate the movements is very helpful to my learning style. I took a course in which the instructor had us imitate movements. The body was supposed to integrate them over time. But my body didn't. It needs the added help of language.

[@lotsoflove557]

This is a wonderful lesson. Thank you very much. You are a great teacher.

[@paikeahigurashi7575]

I really appreciate you doing this. I've been stressed like nobody's business.

[@hurrycane397]

Really this Man is presenting like an AI robot. Attractive👌

[@yaya804]

What happened at 4:48?? Whoever edited this decided to have a little fun with this, I suppose 😅

[@cswalker21]

Oh, dang, I thought that was my computer messing up, LOL!

[@liondynamics8878]

4:42 lol

[@thesimpleusername2237]

@@cswalker21 we we we WA wa wa

[@ihavetubes]

I guess after years of practice you can do this.

[@ashy2119]

I'm here after watching sweet tai chi series.. Just by watching the series made me want to learn tai chi.

[@dogsbyfire]

Your clear explanations are so helpful. Thank you for this video! New subscriber here.

[@thecelticgiraffe]

I have been watching many Tai Chi beginner videos. This one is actually very good for the basics and I will watch the rest of them from Peter.

[@amritachaturvedi9394]

This video is so helpful and perfect description of each step 😃

[@rajsingh4372]

Thankyou sir very much for your bacis thanks for help all of Tai chi lovers your instructions are very useful we will remember thes instructions thankyou sir

[@anthonysantacroce4426]

Thank you sir this has helped me so much with my balance and my neuropathy I thank you again sir

[@D_trailblazers]

Very helpful.., more videos like this pls ✨👏💯

[@rosalindbarbier7670]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge :-) Best wishes from France.

[@walkaboutersvictoria8341]

I really like a couple of those paintings!! And the tai chi

[@Isabelle1395]

I recently started learning Tai Chi, this video is really helpful. Thank you sir!

[@tazz2096]

Thank you for your lesson. Truly I plan to keep practicing and to keep following along with your other videos.

[@wittesneeuw]

Love your outfit....Better than all the tight stuff....Going to start tai chi...

[@DN-ps4bn]

I’m doing this to learn how to feel my body. I want to be able to be dynamic and fluid at the same time.

[@swapnilcreations3930]

I am from India.. Sir.. 🇮🇳.. Love ❣️

[@TaterKakez]

I’m here to help control my energy and emotions. To move through emotional and physical pain and grow. Thank you, sir 💜✨💜

[@sball1990rack]

At 4:35 me and my six year old absolutely LOST IT laughing. She started going, “Dance!Dance!Dance!”

[@FabandFrantic]

Thanks for the tuition. Great way to relax.

[@Khione405]

I have some disabilities that affect my movement and was told to try this. I hope it helps.

[@PeterChenTaiChiLife]

Thanks for your interest, maybe you can try my Ba Duan Jin Qi Gong in sitting position:www.google.com/search?q=eight+section+brocade+sitting+position&client=safari&sca_esv=2e3dfea029773cf5&channel=mac_bm&source=hp&ei=PYDSZcaeJpWYseMPrJWOgAw&iflsig=ANes7DEAAAAAZdKOTcZP2S7v5MrDZNeSVVrrSh_iMKYy&ved=0ahUKEwiGsbHq87WEAxUVTGwGHayKA8AQ4dUDCBo&oq=eight+section+brocade+sitting+position&gs_lp=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_CAgsQABiABBiKBRiGA8ICBxAhGAoYoAHCAgQQIRgV&sclient=gws-wiz#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:06ca6197,vid:iL4J5zMuHy4,st:0

[@Inspirinq_]

I’m trying to learn Tai Chi because of a drama I had watched. It was called ‘Sweet Tai Chi’ the girl was very very exprienced in it. It was interesting to see how they compete against different facilities.

[@sanketchalke8774]

Same here

[@nissa43]

same

[@neaonsynth]

Aussie accent! 🦘 Thank you for the videos. I wasn't sure where to begin, so thank you for the guided lessons :)

[@HopeForPeaceNow]

thank you for sharing this gift with us. It's priceless.

[@minalove6582]

I am excited about this practice 🙏🏽 thank you

[@sriranga23]

Thank you for my first lesson , 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@burgerboy364]

This is how the avatar learned waterbending in the 21st century.

[@FreakAboutSims3]

Christopher Don Armstrong So the Avatar after Korra?

[@burgerboy364]

@@FreakAboutSims3 maybe 2 more avatars after korra.

[@thesimpleusername2237]

so the avaters girlfriend knew Tai chi

[@simonmiller4980]

Thank you for your video. I hope this will be the first step on my journey; which after almost 50 years feels like it is only just about to start.

[@JE-western-rider]

You may not realize how true your statement is. So far, I have spent a year studying the Sun 73 form and have learned the basic forms and movements of the form. From here , I'll be able to spend the rest of my life studying and perfecting this form. A good instructor can be an invaluable help in your practice. You might also look into Dr. Lam.s Tai Chi for Arthritis dvds. Enjoy the journey.

[@angelaadamson-lowe89]

Thank you for these teachings!

[@sherimoreno5685]

💕💕💕🙏🏻I’m learning starting today. Thank you for your knowledge

[@Ashedwhite]

Good man 😊, these things are good to see in times bad, additionally I support feeling this light, try to posses and Express to others, many people want power but there is equality in it as well.

[@EURIPEDESGARCIABATISTA-lw5xp]

Thank you so much for sharing! extremelly useful and easy to follow!

[@kinda_cold_in_the_closet]

I needed this so my anxiety doesn't trigger my asthma all the time THANK YOU 🙏

[@joetran6987]

Im gonna do these tai chi lessons everyday for now on