Push Hands (Tui Shou) is the essential bridge between solo form practice and real-world combat application in Tai Chi. This DVD provides an in-depth exploration of the five core push-hand methods of the Chen Style, designed to train the practitioner's sensitivity and responsiveness. In the Chen family tradition, Push Hands is not about brute strength but about "listening energy" (Ting Jin)—the ability to perceive an opponent’s intention before they move. It is a sophisticated system of tactile feedback that turns the entire body into a sensor.

Technically, the practice involves mastering the Eight Gates and Five Steps, with a focus on "sticking to each other without being separated." The curriculum covers warding off, deflecting, pushing, pressing, plucking, throwing, and elbowing. Grandmaster Chen Zhenglei explains how to use the opponent’s force against them, striking at their weak points while protecting one's own center. The training is structured into basic methods, techniques, and the five specific methods that define the Chen style’s superiority in close-quarters combat. By practicing these drills, students learn to move freely and flexibly, making good use of skill rather than relying on muscular force.

Value-wise, Push Hands training is immense for both martial arts and personal development. It improves reaction time, emotional stability under pressure, and core balance. Practitioners learn to stay calm while being physically challenged, a skill that translates into daily life. This DVD is a "cultural gold mine" for anyone looking to understand the interactive side of Tai Chi, providing clear, scientific instruction on how to achieve harmony with an opponent. It is the definitive guide to the internal mechanics of Chinese wrestling and sensitivity training.