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Tai Chi Sword Classical Yang Style 2nd Ed: The Complete Form, Qigong, and Applications

by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming

This book provides a solid and practical approach to learning tai chi sword accurately and quickly. Includes over 500 photographs with motion arrows!

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B2856
Release date: 
September 1, 2014
Paperback: 240 pages
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9.41 × 7.31 × 0.5 in
ISBN: 9781886969742

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Hardcover: 240 pages
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Release date: 
September 1, 2014
Paperback: 240 pages
Dimensions: 
9.41 × 7.31 × 0.5 in
ISBN: 9781886969742

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Beyond the Barehand Form, beyond the Qigong, lies the elegant and effective Sword of Taijiquan! Learn to extend your Qi, enhance your art and refine your self. This comprehensive guide contains not only the complete Taiji Sword Form and Taiji Sword Qigong Set, but also seldom taught sword fighting applications and matching exercises.

More than just a "how-to," this book also contains theory, history and a complete guide to fundamentals—all essential to building a deep, understanding of this art, long considered to be the highest achievement in Taijiquan, as well as the most popular of the Taiji weapons.

  • Strengthen and relax your body.
  • Calm and focus your mind.
  • Improve your balance.
  • Develop proper Taiji breathing.
  • Learn the complete Sword Form and Taiji Sword Qigong.
  • Over 400 photos with detailed instruction.

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It is said,”100 days of barehand, 1000 days of spear, 10,000 days of sword.”
– ancient Chinese proverb

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Hand Grips and Secret Sword Hand

Hand Grips and Secret Sword Hand

Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming demonstrates how to properly handle your sword.

Fundamental Stances

Fundamental Stances

These stances build the strength and foundation of the lower body, and are common to most Chinese martial arts.

About Taiji Sword Qigong

About Taiji Sword Qigong

Learn about the rare Taiji Sword Qigong set, which develops more energy within your sword form.


Taiji Sword Entire Sequence

Taiji Sword Entire Sequence

Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming demonstrates the entire Taiji Sword 54-movement form.

Sword Matching Practice

Sword Matching Practice

Matching practice is trained with a partner so you may develop good habits in applying your sword technique.

About the Author

Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming

Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming (楊俊敏博士) started his Gongfu (Kung Fu) training at the age of fifteen under the Shaolin White Crane (Bai He) Master Cheng, Gin Gsao (曾金灶). In thirteen years of study (1961-1974) under Master Cheng, Dr. Yang became an expert in the White Crane style of Chinese martial arts, which includes both the use of bare hands and of various weapons such as saber, staff, spear, trident, two short rods, and many others. With the same master he also studied White Crane Qin Na … More »