Practise the traditional Yang Style Tai Chi 8 Form with this easy-to-follow follow-along video.
This video is suitable for anyone wanting to practise the Yang Style 8 Form at home. I demonstrate the form from behind, so you can follow along as though you are practising together. There is also a smaller mirrored front view inset on screen to give you an additional perspective and help with following the movements.
Take your time, move comfortably and focus on the principles of Tai Chi rather than trying to make the movements perfect. You can practise at your own pace and repeat the video as often as you like.
Yang Style 8 Form movements
- Opening Stance
- Part the Wild Horse’s Mane
- White Crane Spreads its Wings
- Brush Knee Twist Step
- Single Whip
- Cloud Hands
- Grasp the Peacock’s Tail
- Cross Hands and Closing Stance
This is a traditional Yang Style Tai Chi 8 Form, making it a useful practice for developing familiarity with the sequence, improving coordination and becoming more comfortable with the movements of Yang Style Tai Chi.
If you are new to Tai Chi, start gently and focus on learning the sequence rather than worrying about speed or precision.