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~ Chiang Tao Chi (Author), Petra Kobayashi (Author), (Author) "Swords were already being produced in China in the third millennium B.C..." (more)
Key Phrases: sword counterclockwise, sword clockwise, sword finger, T'ai Chi Ch'uan, Step of the Fishing Horse, The Tiger Puts His Head (more...)
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In Classical Tai Chi Sword, a martial arts master teaches the 50 basic positions of the Tai Chi sword. Easy-to-use diagrams, charts, and over 100 black and white photographs illustrate each position and the thirteen basic sword techniques. Practice exercises for both solo and partner forms teach inner harmony and self-defence. The authors are among the most prominent teachers of Tai Chi Chuan in Europe.


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Text: English (translation)
Original Language: German

Product Details

  • Paperback: 176 pages
  • Publisher: Tuttle Publishing; 1 edition (May 15, 2003)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0804834482
  • ISBN-13: 978-0804834483
  • Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.8 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #885,810 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1.0 out of 5 stars Not Up to Standard, June 8, 2004
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This book offers little more than a look at the common Yang Style Taiji (Tai Chi) sword & is little more than that. It is the kind of book which would have been acceptable years ago but pales in comparison to Rodell's, "Chinese Swordsmanhip - The Yang Family Tradition," which covers two Yang Taiji forms in greater detail or in comparison to Zhang's, "The Art of Chinese Swordsmanship," which covers Wu Style Taiji Sword. Kobayashi's book states there are no applications for certain movements that Rodell's & Yang Jwing-ming's books give clear applications for. Save your money, skip "Classical Tai Chi Sword."
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4.0 out of 5 stars Straight Forward and Concise, December 14, 2007
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Unlike the other reviewers I was looking for a very short and concise book on Tai Chi sword. This book fits the bill perfectly. Gives very good high level overview of the aspects of Tai Chi sword, but the majority of the book is the sword form in step-by-step pictures that are done very well with directional arrows. I use it with a Tai Chi sword DVD and it makes a good complement to my training and study.
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6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent guide for the devoted martial arts student, May 16, 2003
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The collaborative effort of Petra Kobayashi, Toyo Kobayashi, Chiang Tao Chi, and Petra, Classical T'ai Chi Sword blends martial arts insights with an exercise program which should appeal to a wide audience of martial arts students. These special exercises use a sword, staff or saber and provide keys to understanding a form which is growing beyond its tai chi roots. A specialized, excellent guide for the devoted martial arts student interested in exploring all forms.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Clean and well organized
This book has its positives and negatives as follows:

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Some poor translations, a lack of detail on some of the applications, incorrect applications here... Read more
Published 10 months ago by RB

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book on the subject
I think the previous reviewers are overly harsh. This is a well written and organized book that gives valuable insights into the history, development and practise of Tai Chi... Read more
Published on October 28, 2007 by Stephen Greenberg

1.0 out of 5 stars Save your money!
I also agree, don't buy! A book, which might have been acceptable 30 years ago. It seems the 2 authors have not evolved since they first brought Taiji (ZMQ-Version, 37 step) to... Read more
Published on October 25, 2007 by Hermann Bohn

1.0 out of 5 stars Very thin...
I have to agree with the previous review, this book offers very little. Many of the "Chapters" are little more than a few paragraphs. Read more
Published on August 10, 2005 by Lauri Niilisk

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