The tai chi sword known as “jian” is a straight sword with a double-edged blade, considered by many the ‘king’ of Chinese martial arts weapons. (more…)
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Wudang mountain in China is considered a holy place and the spiritual home of internal martial arts, and Wudang Sword is regarded as the purest form of swordplay. Both are found in this comprehensive and wonderfully atmospheric Wudang Sword Dvd.
Wudang Sword gives the viewer the choice of Chinese narration with English Subtitles or English narration.
Master Zhou Xuan-Yun covers the history of the Chinese sword, sword care and safety, and drills. He also teaches detailed Wudang sword sequences and postures with martial art applications, in easy to follow instruction. For more about Zhou and an introductory video … (more…)
In the early stages of learning a new tai chi form when practicing at home, it can be quite difficult studying from a book to fully appreciate the subtlety of the movements. A tai chi dvd is much easier as you can observe the movements in your own time and at your own pace.
Tai Chi for Life: Yang Style Tai Chi
In this very popular DVD master GuangZhi Xing teaches Simplified Tai Chi 24 Form and Tai Chi Sword 32 Form. Master Xing provides easy to follow detailed instruction with different views of the movements in this superbly well constructed DVD. (more…)
When buying a tai chi sword (or any other sword for that matter) there are certain things to consider. Think carefully about what you will be using it for to avoid the disappointment of ending up with the wrong type. If buying online and have any doubts contact the vendor for advice.
A Few Considerations: (more…)
The ‘jian’ is a Chinese sword commonly used in tai chi sword forms. It is around 3 – 3.5 feet long including the handle or ‘grip’, and has a straight double edged blade, 1.5 – 2 inches wide. There is a crossbar or guard between the blade and the handle designed to protect the hand in swordplay. On the end of the handle there is a pommel to prevent the sword from slipping out of the hand, to which a tassel is usually fastened.