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Acupressure, Shiatsu, Tai Chi, Qi Gong

After so many years experience with Tui Na, Errol now presents a DVD:  Tui Na Student to Master, is a step by step video on how to do and improve your Tui Na massage. Filmed in China and England, with never seen before footage and many treatment demonstrations.

This DVD Student to Master has been 6 years in the making, taking you through the process from student to master. You will get to meet some of the top tuina Doctors from China. Student to Master lasts two hours and twenty minutes. There is a menu with chapters so you can easily view the sections most relevant to your study. A variety of subjects are covered, including many different hand techniques fundamental to Tui Na, Sports Massage and Da Tui Na (a Tui Na operation).

Features: 2 hrs 20mins running time, More than 16 different hand techniques, Massage in prone/supine/seated ,Massage for sports injury, Cupping therapy, Da tuina, a tuina operation, Documentary on China Menu, and chapter system

Note this DVD is in PAL format (Australia, UK), for USA it only can be played on computer

$56

Learn the ancient art of Thai Massage with master instructor, Richard Gold. This beautifully filmed DVD features over 3 hours of instruction and over 170 detailed techniques. Each technique is clearly demonstrated showing proper alignment, positioning and proper body mechanics so that pressure can be applied effectively and effortlessly. The sequences are divided into prone, supine, sidelying and seated. In each sequence you will learn to use your hands, forearms, knees, legs, and feet to bring the receiver into a deep state of relaxation.

This DVD includes traditional Thai stretches, work on the Sen energy lines plus abdominal massage. Mastering Thai Massage is one of the most comprehensive programs available!

$49.95

A comprehensive instructional video on the theory and techniques of applying a full-body, Zen Shiatsu massage. Trained in the lineage of masters Shizuto Masunaga and Tokijiro Namikoshi, master Shiatsu therapist, Byron Barth, L.Ac., takes the viewer, step-by-step, through the entire process, beginning with the history of Shiatsu, centering, meridian stretches, Hara diagnosis and balancing, followed by more than 2-hours devoted to the intricate study and fine art of Zen Shiatsu massage. Detailed graphic overlays show all relevant meridians and pressure points, as Byron explains traditional Chinese medical theory, correct posture, lean-on pressure, transitions, palming, thumbing, and advanced hand, elbow and knee techniques.

$69

Clinical Shiatsu

Learn to use Shiatsu to treat back and neck pain, with advanced assessment tools and meridian pairing techniques. This comprehensive DVD covers the majority of the primary meridians, and includes multiple sequences that you can use to vary your work on each client. It also includes Back-shu Points, Ashi points, evaluation in terms of excessive or deficient, chi or blood stagnation, a meridian review and much more. The most advanced Shiatsu DVD available!

Produced by Real Bodywork with instructor  John Hickey, Running Time:120 mins

Chinese Acupressure Massage (New Edition)

Acupressure is the 'manual therapy' aspect of Traditional Chinese Medicine that has a five thousand-year history proving its effectiveness. This ancient healing touch is based on Taoist philosophy of working with the the concept of 'Chi' (vital energy) and 'Yin-Yang' (dynamic balance).

This brand new edition of 70 mins DVD shows the complete set of Traditional Chinese Acupressure Massage to revitalize the entire body's 'Chi' energy and restore a state of total balance and well-being. Master Zhang Hao shows sequence for acupressure massage in seated position and on the massage table. Contents: Introduction, The head, face & shoulder, the arm & hand, the back & leg, the front of the leg & foot, the chest & abdomen. Acupressure points along meridians are referenced with each stroke.

Note this DVD is in PAL format (Australia, UK)

QiGong Massage with Yang, Jwing-Ming

This DVD is a comprehensive introduction to the art of massage and to the acupressure points, channels, and meridians in the human body. It presents the fundamental techniques and theories of Qigong massage that therapists can use to enhance their skills, and deepen their knowledge and application of Qi (energetic) healing.

Not only for therapists, novices will find the instruction practical and useful for recovering from fatigue, aches, pains, tension, and stress. A complete section on Self-Massage is presented to help those who lack a partner or therapist.

This DVD contains 70 minutes of Self-Massage instruction, and 120 minutes of Two-Person whole body massage techniques. An additional DVD-only introduction segment offers a complete overview of the concepts of Qi and Qigong. This DVD also provides a glossary of Chinese qigong massage terminology. Total Running Time: 3 Hrs

From Real Bodywork, Sean Riehl presents Tai Chi, the ancient art for rejuvenating your mind, body and spirit. This DVD presents the classical Short Yang Form with Master Chao Pang. This unique DVD combines the ancient art of Tai Chi with modern anatomical knowledge.

Captured in High definition, this beautifully filmed DVD contains detailed theory, posture correction and form practice for beginner and advanced practitioners. At 3 hours long, this comprehensive program reveals the 10 most important alignment principles plus 12 detailed lessons.

An invaluable resource for Bodyworkers!

Includes an insert of Practice Recommendations and list of the 39 Tai Chi Moves.

$29

Chen Taijiquan - Lao Jia Yi Lu & Straight Sword

Master Ren GuangYi has worked tirelessly to bring Chen style Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) to the West since 1991. In this DVD, he beautifully demonstrates two fundamental Chen-style Taiji forms: the 75-movement long form, Lao Jia Yi Lu (Old Frame 1st Road), and the 49-movement Straight Sword form.

Captured in high-definition (HD) in New York's Central Park, each form is presented in a multiple-angle format, and showing the name of each movement. Each form is also shown in FlipperVision™, a slideshow comprised of nearly 2,000 photos by famed photographer Martin von Haselberg, so you may carefully study each of Master Ren's postures in detail.

Chen Style Taijiquan is a comprehensive form of exercise that promotes fitness, coordination and relaxation which remains true to its ancient martial arts origins. Chen Taijiquan is noted for its fluid, coiled movements, punctuated with quick bursts of energy, known as ‘Fa Jing”. Regular practice promotes wellness through a series of continuous, flowing movements, while providing powerful tools for self-defense.

$39

Sunrise Tai Chi - Awaken, Heal, and Strengthen Your Mind, Body, and Spirit

Let the sun shine in! Master-teacher Ramel Rones gently guides you through the morning with a series of powerful mind/body exercises that awaken the senses, stimulate the mind, and fill your body and Spirit with abundant energy.

Captured in high-definition in the beautiful Boston Arboretum, this simplified, short Tai Chi sequence is practiced to both the left and right for balance. Sunrise Tai Chi was created as a comprehensive introduction to authentic Tai Chi, which will allow you to fine-tune your practice before moving on to more complex Tai Chi. It includes suggestions for intermediate and advanced students, to help you grow and improve over time.

$39 

The Art of Life is the perfect introduction to this ancient art, suitable for all age groups and levels of health and fitness.

Qigong Warm Up, Gently loosen all the joints, massaging the tendons and muscles of the body, this can benefit most arthritic conditions and with the use of your own awareness clear energy blocks in the body.

Eight Pieces of Brocade (Ba Duan Jin), An ancient dynamic set that stimulates the flow of Qi through the meridian system as well increasing strength and flexibility of the body. Also known as Taoist Yoga.  

Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi, A newer set that utilises ancient Qigong movements and Tai Chi postures in a dynamic flowing form. Harmonies mind, body and breath.

Level: Beginner

Note this DVD is in PAL format (Australia, UK)

$26 

For the intermediate student and those with experience in meditation. These practices originated from the famous Purple Cloud Monastery at the sacred Wudang Mountain in China. Simon was given authority by Taoist Grand Master Zhong Yunlong to share these techniques to contribute to the well-being of the human race.

Qigong Warm Up

Part 1. Tai Chi Huyuan Zhuang  (Longevity) Qigong. A dynamic free flowing form from Mt Wudang in China that strengthens the Qi around the Heavenly orbit, stimulating the meridian system. Absorb the good or primordial energy from the universe and let the negativity dissolve into the distance with a form that has been valued from ancient times for increasing longevity and good health.

Part 2. Ba Duan Jin Nurturing Life Qigong. An ancient Taoist meditation practice from Mt Wudang. Done either sitting on a chair or on a cushion this powerful internal exercise helps stimulate the energy system of the body inducing a deep meditation specific exercises for different organs of the body.

Level: Intermediate

Note this DVD is in PAL format (Australia, UK)

$26 

For the advanced student, the six sections of Guigen Qigong each work on a different organ and meridian system of the body as in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Specific internal exercises that originated from Dr Xu from the Xiyuan Hospital in Beijing China.

Chinese Medical Qigong -Qigong has been a part of the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) system throughout its long history of over four thousand years. In ancient times and in modern China, Qigong exercises maintain health and are used for self-healing as a means of regulating the meridian system helping bring harmony to mind, body and spirit.

Guigen Qigong -Developed by Dr Xu Hongtao, ‘Guigen’ translates to ‘returning to the source or root’. The six sections of Guigen Qigong encompass the ancient Taoist understanding of Restoring Natural Harmony. Combined with Traditional Chinese Medicine practice the dynamic forms and stillness meditation are frequently prescribed as part of patients’ therapy.

Level: Advanced

Note this DVD is in PAL format (Australia, UK)

$26 

Taijiquan Classical Yang Style (Long Form Tai Chi)

Discover Traditional Taijiquan. Not only an instructional DVD, but a living document designed to preserve a cultural tradition from the original Yang Style lineage. Practice of this living and vital form will develop a healthy and relaxed body, a clear mind, and a strong sense of martial intent. This Tai Chi program offers enough content to build a solid foundation for a lifetime of practice. This bestselling DVD pushes the boundaries of what the DVD format is capable of, and offers multiple USDio streams, many subtitle languages, and 4 hours of video content. Comprehensive program includes:

• Fundamental Stances
• A Breakdown of the Thirteen Postures
• Taiji Qigong Primary Set
• Moving Qigong
• The Complete Yang Style Taijiquan Form
• Instructions on Breathing
• Taijiquan Theory Lecture by Dr. Yang
• Introduction to Taiji Qigong
• Introduction to Fa Jin (Emitting Power)
• Detailed Instruction and Analysis of Each Movement in the Form

$39