This Masterclass is Part 1 of a 5 hour intensive workshop series to teach you the basics of Tai Chi straightsword (taijijian) in preparation for learning Tai Chi sword forms. It is recommended to attend both parts of the workshop but you are welcome to attend either part separately. Those who register for both parts of the workshop will receive a 20% off coupon code for a private lesson with Shifu Shirley Chock. Register for this class if you will be joining us online. The Zoom link will reside in the class details.
In this Part 1 Masterclass you will learn:
- How to hold the sword
- How to flow with the sword's natural momentum
- How to twirl the sword (make flowers)
- Wrist stretches to improve your wrist flexibility
- How to move the sword along the correct plane and proper angle
- Sword basic movement practices
This Masterclass will be recorded and a copy of the workshop video will be made available to all who registered.