Blend movements of an attacker to bring about his downfall. Features Dr. Lee, Ah Loi, 7th Dan. Includes Shikko (knee walking), techniques from a kneeling position, bowing etiquette, techniques of parrying, hitting, locking, throwing, breakfalling training, the basic 17 Randori no Kata with counters, free practice, advanced breaking and training with a knife.

Demonstrates many open hand and weapons forms, two person forms, sword sparring, open-hand self defense applications and principles, push hands and more. Taped at the T'ai-chi Farm in Warwick, N.Y. Shows you what T'ai-chi is all about. Features Jou Tsung Hwa, Yang Jwing-ming, Pat Rice, Jiang Jianye, Bob Klein and Jean Goulet-Klein. Styles Guang Ping, Sun, Chen, Hao, Mulan and Yang. Includes Pakua, Tiger, Sabre, Stick and Fan.

Detailed instruction with self defense applications of each movement. This is an extremely vigorous and powerful style with leaps as well as low movements and pressure point grabs. Self defense applications for each movement of the form. Shown from different angles, both fast and slow speeds. Features Master Tseng, Yun Xiang.

Step-by-step instructions from Master Chris Thompson. Includes basic training exercises, punching, blocking, sparring, stances, free fighting & five basic Kata. Shown at various speeds. Brief history of the art.

Successfully spar against Karate in tournaments. How to block Karate punches and kicks while delivering devastating attacks to your opponent. See one-on-one instruction as Master Lyons spars with a Black Belt Karate. With Master Robert Lyons

Master Lyons spars with a Black Belt Tae Kwon Do, giving detailed instructions on theory , footwork, stances, kicks, punches and combinations. Learn to effectively spar in tournaments against the unique movements of Tae Kwon Do. With Master Robert Lyons.

Beginner Level - The fighting style of T'ai-chi-Ch'uan, the fighter "disappearing" through evasive maneuvers and re-appearing in unexpected places with internal energy strikes. Vol. 1 shows the many types of punches with proper body mechanics. This series teaches the unique approach to this fighting style of Master Bob Klein. It emphasizes the fluidity of the body, the use of i nternal energy and the use of the dynamics of animal movement which Mr. Klein calls, "Zookinesis". The very basic principles of developing and transfer of power are clearly demonstrated with each of the many punching techniques. Some of these techniques are very unusual and unique to this system.

Beginner Level - Sparring tactics and training methods using punching. Detailed training with students. Includes penetrating defenses, understanding and using the dynamics of opponent's attention, deflecting and circling his force away from you, and "phantom" strategies. Also shows students practicing sparring and sparring exercises. (c) 2001 (60 min.) This is a unique program and the principles taught here may be startling. This system of sparring, above all others, resembles two animals fighting, with all the intricacy and speed. The techniques and principles are broken down so simply that they are easy to grasp. It is safe to say that you will not find this training anywhere else except for Mr. Klein's other martial arts training programs.

Beginner Level - Learn to defend yourself even if you are not muscular. Use opponent's force against him with T'ai-chi principles. Step by step classroom instruction including protection from kicking, punching, grappling, groundfighting and stick attack. Mr. Klein provides detailed classroom instruction in the most common form of attacks. Students in this program include men, women and a child. As each student is trained and corrected, you learn not only the details of the technique but the principles behind them.

The Northern Mayflower Mantis form is shown in natural surroundings. Self defense applications for each movement and the "mantis stances". Emphasizes explosive power, grabbing, tripping and quick, unpredictable techniques. Features Master Bob Klein.

Great for defending against stronger or bigger opponents. A must program for anyone who wants to learn to defend themselves against bigger and/or stronger opponents. How to reach pressure points in actual fighting and grappling situations and integrate these strikes with the rest of your fighting techniques. With Master Robert Lyons.

Step-by-step instructions with fighting applications at slow and full speed. The crane form with footwork, weight distribution and sources of power. With Master Robert Lyons.

Step-by-step instructions of the form with fighting applications. Includes footwork, weight distribution, sources of power, applications shown at slow and full speed. Very comprehensive. With Master Robert Lyons.

The beautiful, swashbuckling "Mayflower Sabre Form" complete with leaps, whirlwind spinning slashes and piercing strikes. This is an "internal" form, very explosive. The form is shown from different angles, at different speeds with step-by-step instructions and self defense applications for each movement. With Master Bob Klein.

Detailed demonstrations and instructions of the form and self defense applications of many movements. This is an unusually beautiful and flowing style using body vibrations to generate power. This is the very ancient Wu Dan Mountain form. Features Master Tseng Yun Xiang.

Graceful Yang Sword Form and intermediate fighting form with step by step instructions, swordfighting applications and some sword sparring and sparring exercises. These graceful movements use the Chinese two edge sword. The Yang sword form is a slow, meditative form while the intermediate form is faster, with the sword swirling around the body. Features Master Bob Klein.

This beautiful form emphasizes the sequential rotation of the joints. The body is as lithe as a wild cat and strikes spiral out like a tornado. Detailed instructions, form shown from different angles, slow & fast with defense applications. Tiger form is extremely important to maintain your health and vitality throughout life. It strengthens all the internal muscles which are very hard to develop with conventional exercises. This form develops the tensile strength of the muscles to they are less likely to be damaged with activity. The result of practicing the Tai-chi Tiger Form is much greater stamina and flexibility. With master Bob Klein

One of the oldest, most spectacular traditional Kung-fu styles - with European expert Bob Stanneells. Demonstration of the "Siu Hok Kune" basic set at various speeds with slow motion analysis of every aspect of the "set". Includes a history, fist forms, kicking techniques, stance changing exercises and two man sparring set.

Advanced Level - How to find and work many of the acupressure points and the meridians. Explanation of Oriental medical theory and diagnosis. Very detailed demonstrations of treatment. Many points are shown including how to find them in relation to parts of the body, the use of each point and their relation to the organ-systems of the body. With Jerry Luglio

Beginner Level - Zookinesis is an ancient Chinese system of mild exercise designed to bring youthful vitality back to the body, restoring muscle tone and strength, joint strength and flexibility as well as improved breathing and concentration. Zookinesis is related to Tai-chi, Chi-gung and Chinese Yoga. You can do the entire session or just fifteen minutes at a time. The benefits of Tai-chi and Yoga from a seated position. With Bob Klein. This senior program works every part of the body without strain. It is designed to be comfortable to use, even for people not used to exercise. The DVD has several chapter stops so that you can do any part of the exercises individually.

Chi-gung combines simple, flowing, relaxing movements with breathing and concentration techniques. For stress reduction, strengthened immune system, sharper mind and a feeling of centered well being. Snake and Tiger styles of chi-gung are taught. This is an excellent program for people interested in alternative health and healing. It is easy and enjoyable to practice. This program includes detailed instructions, description of basic principles of chi-gung for healing and the chi-gung session shown straight through for practice. With Master Bob Klein.

Bob Klein presents a session of Chinese Yoga, including standing, kneeling, sitting and reclining postures. This beginning Yoga relaxes all areas of the body, especially the back, hips, shoulders and neck. This is an active form of Yoga with circular rotation of joints, yet it is very gentle. Chinese Yoga is very helpful both for people with active lifestyles and for people just beginning to exercise. Many menu chapters allow you to advance to any section of the DVD. Copyright 2005 55 min. UPC# 756653202031 ISBN# 10892198-99-1

Close-ups and many camera angles shows the many Shiatsu massage techniques clearly. Includes stretching techniques for the masseur. Basic instructions for the beginner so you, your family and friends can massage each other. Mr. Jerry Luglio explains each technique clearly so that you don't need any prior experience with massage to use this video. Shows how to massage every part of the body, including feet, hands and face.

Beginner Level - This standing Zookinesis exercise series is for beginners. There are many individual exercises which are repeated several times each, with a separate section of instructions. The Laughing Dragon brings feeling back to parts of the body which have become stiff. It reduces aches and pains, improves your ability to move and improves balance. The exercise itself is 20 minutes long, divided into two sections which can also be practiced as shorter exercise sessions. With Bob Klein (c) 2004 (45 min.) These exercises teach you how to relax and use each part of the body, eliminating any rigidity. Years of tension melt away. This program restores the joy of feeling healthy and alive! The DVD has many chapter stops so that you can go right to any particular exercise.

These ancient exercises, developed as an imitation of animal movements, eventually gave rise to T'ai-chi, Yoga and the martial arts. They are more energetic than T'ai-chi forms, yet just as relaxing. 20 minute workout. Detailed instruction. This is part of the "Zookinesis" series of exercises and develops "internal energy" (chi) so vital for staying healthy. The exercises were designed to keep your body young throughout life so that you will always be fully active. Separate sections for instruction while standing, instructions while sitting and the workout shown straight through. With Master Bob Klein (sorry, no pic yet).

Beginner Level - Detailed classroom instruction for the 60 movement Yang Short Form. T'ai-chi is a slow, relaxing Chinese exercise based on the movements of animals. Detailed mechanics of each movement shown individually and the whole form shown once straight through. Students are shown being corrected so that you can correct your own mistakes. You feel as though you are part of the class. Includes weight distribution and breathing for each movement, which parts of the body to relax and which to expand at each point in the form. With Master Bob Klein

Beginner Level - Includes warm-up and flexibility exercises, chi-gung (to improve the flow of energy in the body), T'ai-chi movements as exercise and a special 14 movement Yang form, shown from two angles with instructions. Keeps seniors in shape, active and strong. This is an excellent program for seniors to improve flexibility, balance and leg strength, feeling and awareness of the body, blood circulation, improved breathing and increased stamina. Several individual sections allow the viewer to practice just a few exercises at a time or as much of the program as they wish. The DVD has many chapter stops to allow you to go right to any spot. With Master Bob Klein.