Product Review

Chan Si Jin -- Silk-Reeling Energy -- is a unique feature of Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan). It is also a key element of Baguazhang. Unfortunately, silk-reeling energy has vanished in much of the Tai Chi instruction around the world. This DVD includes more than 2 1/2 hours of instruction by Sifu Ken Gullette, who has learned silk-reeling energy from members of the Chen family and their disciples. You'll learn 19 silk-reeling exercises, broken down into detail that Ken is known for around the world. There is also a bonus section with instruction on Pole-Shaking, an exercise that shows how well you are putting the body mechanics together. You can't do quality Tai Chi or Bagua without Silk-Reeling, and it is a physical skill. There is nothing mystical about it. Through these DVDs, you'll practice along with Sifu Gullette and you'll understand how to start practicing the spiraling movement that is required to put the "iron" in Tai Chi, which is known as "iron wrapped in cotton." Besides instruction on each movement, you'll watch as Ken gives a private lesson to a beginner, and you'll learn some of the mistakes to avoid as you see the student coached and corrected through the movements. Ken Gullette's DVDs are popular with internal artists worldwide. There is a money back guarantee if you are not satisfied with the DVD for any reason. This DVD set will change the way you practice the internal arts.