Tai Chi 8 Movement Form

The main reason the 8 form was created was because many people struggled trying learning 24 form, so the experts created 8 form to reduce the number of movements, and the range of the student's movement. You can do practice at home alone, or with a group.

You will take note that there are kicks in this form. You will see them demonstrated in the videos. For senior students, or students who may tend to loose their balance easily, the kick are modified. The lifting of the leg in the direction indicated will constitute the kicking movements. The purpose is to develope a natural flow of movement.

If some of the stepping movements go beyond the reach of the student, then adjustments must be made. Shorter steps will help maintain the flow of the Tai Chi form while allowing the student to maintain balance and continutiy

The Tai Chi 8 form and can be modified to meet the students' abilities. This form is excellent for seniors to begin with. More advanced seniors may, if they so desire, move onto the 24 Simplified Form.

List of movements for the Tai Chi 8 Form:

Commencement

1. Reverse reeling forearms

2. Brush knee push

3. Part the wild horse’s mane

4. Wave hands like clouds

5. Rooster stands on one leg

6. Kick with Heel

7. Grasp the peacock’s Tail

8. Cross Hands

Conclusion


Below are some videos to help you with your studies of the Tai Chi 8 Form:

Tai Chi 8 Form: Performed by Jacky Sum (with Text and Narration)

Tai Chi 8 Form (with Text)

Tai Chi 8 Form: (Front View) Woman In Red Uniform

Tai Chi 8 Form: (Front View) Woman In Gold Uniform

Tai Chi 8 Form (Back View)