The Tai Chi diagram is the foundation upon which Tai Chi was born.  Many people take it as only a symbol or philosophy, unaware of Tai Chi's principles and secret application methods are hidden within the symbol's curved lines.  In 1963, Professor Shen Jiazhen and Gu Liuxin (students of Chen Fake) published a book called Chen Style Tai Chi Quan, which revealed hand positions traced over the Tai Chi diagram.  Master Tsao provides traditional understanding on the art of tracing hands energy flow, circle size, speed, breathing, as well as Tai Chi's eight application methods in push hands: peng, lu, ji an, cai, lie, zhou, kao.  Detailed instruction is given in English with a front and back view demonstration. It is a good reference for home study, or a resource for instructor's teaching preparation.  Suggest 15 class hours.  Played by Master Jesse Tsao and Alain Mellan.  (Difficulty: Beginner Level)

In this video, you will learn the fighting aspects of Traditional Yang Style Tai Chi.  The principles are based on Tai Chi Classics: to redirect or borrow an opponent's force first, then strike his weak point.  Master Tsao reveals Tai Chi's fighting secrets in an easy-to-understand and use manner.  Each posture is demonstrated first, then details teaching its application in self-defense fighting and Push Hands,a nd there are multiple applications in each posture.  It is good for self-study or as a useful reference for teachers.  Instructions are given in English.  It is good for self-study, or a good resource for instructor's teaching preparation.  Suggest 30 class hours.  Played by Master Jesse Tsao and Michael Muckin. (Difficulty: Beginner through Advanced Levels). DVD-R, Disc 2 of 2 (65 minutes)

Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi for Vitality is based on Dr. Jesse Tsao's PhD research project, combined tai chi posture with Qigong practice to open meridian channels and develop the inner energy (neigong) to prevent disease and strengthen the internal power. This instructional DVD is packed with energy-boosting techniques that will have you outpacing, outlasting, and outperforming friends who are years younger. No matter your age, you can possess energy that lasts all day — and into the night. Instructed by Master Jesse Tsao in English with reviews after each lesson. It is good for home study, or a resource for instructor's teaching preparation

Traditional Tai Chi Eight Immortals Cane is a very special Tai Chi routine.  A walking cane is an everyday, common object, but is also a handy weapon in self defense!  This routine is based on the characteristics of Tai Chi postures with the traditional Taoist "eight immortals" cane/stick martial function.  It is fun for any age level to learn.  Grandmaster Zhu Tiancai created the Chinese brush writing calligraphy for this routine.  Detailed instruction by Master Jesse Tsao is in English with front and back view demos, as well as martial arts applications.  It is a good reference for home study, or a resource for instructor's teaching preparation.  Suggest 30 class hours. (Difficulty: Beginner through Advanced Level)

Designed by Dr. Jesse Tsao, practice is designed to effectively stimulate the body’s energy meridians in a safe and gentle manner. Based on 16 simple and popular tai chi postures, the repetitive slow relaxed movements and abdominal breathing will help you relieve suffering due to anxiety, asthma, arthritis, cardiovascular disease, chronic fatigue, muscle strain and pain, osteoarthritis, scoliosis, osteoporosis, and many other ailments.  It will also strengthen your core muscles and help develop your balance and leg strength. This practice can be used as preventive therapy for everyone who wishes to reap the benefits of an improved quality of life