Overview

This revised edition of our classic book on Tai Chi Sword includes a new modern, easy-to-follow layout; each movement is presented in 4-6 large photographs with lucid instructions on how to perform them; shows martial applications to help get the angles correct. Other sections offer a brief history of Tai Chi Sword, fundamental training routines, and qigong exercises to connect your Tai Chi Sword practice to your internal health.

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Author:   Jwing-Ming Yang
Publisher:   YMAA Publication Center
Imprint:   YMAA Publication Center
Edition:   2nd edition
ISBN:  

9781594397714

ISBN 10:   1594397716
Pages:   240
Publication Date:   15 September 2022
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Temporarily unavailable  
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Table of Contents

Editorial Notes Foreword Preface Chapter 1: General Introduction About the Sword 1-2. Historical Survey 1-3. Sword Structure 1-4. The Sword Way 1-5. About Taiji Sword 20 References Chapter 2: Fundamental Training 2-1. Introduction 2-2. Hand Grips and the Secret Sword 2-3. Fundamental Stances 2-4. Power Training 2-5. Key Words and Techniques 2-6. Fundamental Training References Chapter 3: Taiji Sword and Its Applications 3-1. Introduction 3-2. Yang Style Taiji Sword Sequence and Applications Reference Chapter 4: Taiji Sword Matching Practice 4-1. Introduction 4-2. Matching Practice Chapter 5: Conclusion Acknowledgments Appendix A: Names of Taiji Sword Techniques Appendix B: Translation and Glossary of Chinese Terms About the Author Index

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Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming started his Gongfu training at the age of 15 under the Shaolin White Crane Master Cheng, Gin Gsao. Dr. Yang became an expert in the White Crane style of Chinese martial arts. With the same master he also studied Qin Na, Tui Na and Dian Xue massages, and herbal treatment. At the age of 16, Dr. Yang began the study of Taijiquan under Master Kao, Tao. Dr. Yang's tai chi can be traced back to the Yang family through Master Kao's teacher Yue, Huanzhi, an indoor disciple of Yang, Chengfu. After learning from Master Kao, Dr. Yang continued his study and research of Taijiquan. Dr. Yang has mastered the Taiji barehand sequence, pushing hands, the two-man fighting sequence, Taiji sword, Taiji saber, and Taiji Qigong. Dr. Yang has been involved in Chinese Gongfu since 1961. During this time, he has spent 13 years learning Shaolin White Crane, Shaolin Long Fist, and Taijiquan. Dr. Yang has more than thirty years of instructional experience.

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