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Tai Chi Sword Form and Qigong with Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming -YMAA
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Tai Chi Sword Form and Qigong with Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming -YMAA

Learn the classical Tai Chi Sword 54-Form step- by- step with Master Yang, including rare Sword Qigong exercises. YMAA.
Created byYMAA Publication Center
Last updated 5/2020
English

What you'll learn

  • Learn the Yang-style Tai Chi Sword 54-form and Qigong with step by step instruction by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming. A detailed private tai chi class with Master Yang.
  • Traditionally, a student will have some experience with a barehand Tai Chi form for 6-12 months before moving on to begin Sword practice.
  • When you are calm and relaxed, your body's natural restorative abilities and immune system are most energized and effective.
  • Great mind-body exercise (and lightsaber preparation!)

Course content

1 section • 16 lectures • 2h 3m total length

  • Preview Yang Tai Chi Sword 54-Form1:37

    Preview of the Yang tai chi sword 54-form emphasizes long-term sword training to develop control, sense, and precise attacks with the sword tip.

  • Introduction1:37

    Train to develop your feeling and sensing as you practice tai chi sword and qigong, guiding the tip with a healthy attack and precise motion.

  • Tai Chi Sword for Beginners Overview5:45

    Explore the Tai chi sword for beginners, a moving meditation that teaches the complete 54 postures of the young style taichi form and its health and stamina benefits through qigong.

  • Sword Qigong11:10

    This lecture teaches sword qigong principles, guiding chi with the mind, coordinating breath from the lower dantian, and directing energy through the sword and palms for balanced qi circulation.

  • About Tai Chi Sword19:47

    Discover tai chi sword fundamentals with Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming, including sword structure and balance, blade lengths, grips, and the three-speed training to develop feel and precise tip control.

  • Sword 54-Form Demonstration4:33

    Explore tai chi sword form and qigong through the sword 54-form demonstration with Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming.

  • Tai Chi Sword Instruction16:06

    master tai chi sword instruction by learning the sequence, developing center equilibrium, and applying blocking and cutting techniques, including big chief star and swallow sees the water movements.

  • Sword Instruction 214:34

    Develop tai chi sword technique through a sequence of blocks and cuts, integrating dragonfly touches the water, seal against the chest, and defenses against long weapons.

  • Sword Instruction 315:58

    Learn tai chi sword form techniques and qigong sequences in sword instruction 3, including lion shake, wind lotus leaf, seal, compass, and ocean movements with practical applications.

  • Sword Instruction 416:10

    Explore interconnected tai chi sword techniques in sword instruction 4, including moon, shooting goose, blue dragon sequences, phoenix spray, and step-over obstacles for fluid attacks and blocks.

  • Sword Form Slow Demonstration4:36

    Watch a slow demonstration of the tai chi sword form and qigong, guided by Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming.

  • Rear View Slow Demonstration5:10

    Observe a rear view slow demonstration of tai chi sword form techniques and qigong, guided by Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming.

  • Sword Form Medium Speed2:15

    Master the tai chi sword form at a controlled medium speed, guided by Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming, and integrate qigong principles for refined balance and focus.

  • Demonstration Medium Speed1:57

    Demonstrate tai chi sword form and qigong at medium speed, providing a clear example of the practice for learners.

  • Demonstration Fast Speed1:40

    Experience a fast speed demonstration of tai chi sword form and qigong led by Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming, showcasing technique, balance, and flow.

  • Conclusion0:22

    Receive a detailed explanation that clarifies tai chi sword form and qigong practice, linking practical application, sensor concepts, and the idea of feeding to deepen understanding.

Requirements

  • Beginner-friendly. No prior experience necessary. This is traditional Tai Chi Chuan taught by a martial arts master, not modern, simplified Tai Chi for health.

Description

2 hours

Learn Tai Chi Sword step- by- step with Master Yang. Beautiful footage and incredible in-depth teaching, filmed recently in the redwood forest of Northern California.

Tai chi chuan is a kind of moving meditation with ancient roots in Chinese martial arts. Beyond the bare-hand tai chi form awaits the elegant and highly effective tai chi sword, which has long been considered the highest achievement in tai chi training. The flowing and powerful tai chi sword form will strengthen your body, sharpen your mind, and raise your spirit.

This Yang-style tai chi sword is taught step by step by Master Yang, Jwing-Ming, and shown with front and rear views. The exact technique and true purpose of each movement is taught with clarity and precision. Your development of Qi (energy) will increase, improving your health and immunity and sharpening your mind.

You will learn:

  • the complete 54-posture tai chi sword form

  • tai chi sword qigong

  • seldom-taught sword applications

  • 15 video lessons / 120 minutes / 2 hours 2 minutes


    “The ultimate or final goal of tai chi sword training is to gain a deep understanding of yourself in order to lead a more enlightened life.”

    —Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming

Features YMAA President Nicholas Yang. Dr. Yang's tai chi can be traced back to the Yang family through Grandmaster Kao, Tao (高濤) and his teacher Yue, Huanzhi (樂奐之), an indoor disciple of Yang, Chengfu (楊澄甫).

There are no references to sword in the Taijiquan Classics or Yang Ban-hou’s family documents, the two most important manuscripts in the Yang-style tradition. The Daoist priests and monks of Wudang mountain specialized in the art of swordsmanship, and this is considered the root of Tai Chi Sword. Daoism is a philosophy of peace and following the way of nature. In the violent early days of Chinese history, the Daoists came to rely on straight sword for self-defence. Eventually, sword was considered the Daoists’ weapon, as staff is considered to be the weapon of Shaolin (Buddhist) monks. The ancient Chinese internal martial arts date back to 550AD and focus on first developing the practitioner's internal Qi and then circulating abundant energy to enliven every movement, with the ultimate goal of leading the Qi beyond the tip of the sword.

It is recommended that a practitioner have some experience with a Tai Chi barehand form before exploring the art of the sword, which is considered the highest achievement in Chinese martial arts. It is said "100 days of barehand, 1,000 days of staff, 10,000 days of sword."

Who this course is for:

  • Perfect for those interested in learning the classical Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) Yang-style long swordform with 54 movements, including the true purpose of each posture or "moving pattern".
  • Good for anyone interested in taking their mind/body exercise to the next level using the beautiful and inspiring ancient art of Taiji Sword.

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