Tai Chi Sword : What is it?
| Tai Chi swords are swords measuring 30 to 39 inches long used for practicing the different sword forms of Tai Chi. They are usually made of wood, steel, carbon, or aluminum. As a sport, Tai Chi helps improve flexibility and overall health condition. Tai Chi swords are advised to be used by people who have been practicing Tai Chi for at least a year or two. Holding and swinging a Tai Chi sword involves the correct stance, fist form, and energy level. |
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Kinds of Tai Chi Swords include the following: |
Wood Tai Chi swords
Wood Tai Chi swords are made of solid hardwood like oak.
They measure 30 to 36 inches long and weigh around four pounds.
They are ideal for practicing the different tai chi sword forms, martial arts, and swordfight training.
They can be coated with different wood stains for dark or natural finish.
Steel Tai Chi swords
Steel tai chi swords are made of forged or stainless steel.
They measure 30 to 36 inches long with a blade length of about 28 inches.
They weigh approximately two-and-a-half pounds.
The handles can be wrapped with cord or leather.
Their scabbards can have chain hangers.
The handgrips can be accented by tassels.
They are ideal for decorative and competitive purposes.
High carbon Tai Chi swords
High carbon tai chi swords are made of high tempered carbon.
They are approximately 39 inches long with a blade length of around 32 inches.
They weigh a pound-and-a-half.
They are durable for everyday use in practice or training.
Aluminum Tai Chi swords
Aluminum tai chi swords are made of lightweight, unsharpened aluminum.
They are 30 to 36 inches long with a blade length of about 28 inches.
They are all-around swords used for practicing the different tai chi sword forms, martial arts, swordfight training, and demonstrations.
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Length: Choose a Tai Chi sword proportional to your height. While holding the sword with
your left hand, the sword’s tip should reach your left earlobe’s middle part.
Weight: Choose a light tai chi sword that you can swing easily. The best practice tai chi sword should be light enough for you to control but still heavy enough to remain balanced.
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