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link to Chen Style Tai Chi Chuan – Origin, History, and Forms

Chen Style Tai Chi Chuan – Origin, History, and Forms

What do you get when you work on the same problem or work to make progress for 700 years? You get 20+ generations of insights, efforts, and commitment. How do you ensure that this work has meaning,...

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link to Why You May Need to Learn the Tai Chi Spear Form

Why You May Need to Learn the Tai Chi Spear Form

I want to begin by telling you why I love the tai chi spear and the impact it has made on my practice. I was a late-comer to the tai chi spear form because I didn’t have access to teaching. I may...

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link to Tai Chi Long Pole – What You Need to Know

Tai Chi Long Pole – What You Need to Know

The long pole is one of four main tai chi weapons along with the broadsword, straight sword, and spear. However, the tai chi long pole needs some special consideration and explanation because it is...

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link to Tai Chi Broad Sword – What to Know Before You Buy

Tai Chi Broad Sword – What to Know Before You Buy

There are many-many-many broadswords available in stores and online. Yet, there are just a few key things to know prior to picking one out for yourself. I am writing this article because there are a...

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link to Tai Chi Broadsword : What it is and Why Learn the Form?

Tai Chi Broadsword : What it is and Why Learn the Form?

For those of you looking to learn a weapons form that is fun, fast, and short, the tai chi broadsword is the way to go. Aside from improving your openhand form in two unique ways because it teaches...

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link to Beginners Guide to the Tai Chi Short Form – Styles, Moves, Practicing

Beginners Guide to the Tai Chi Short Form – Styles, Moves, Practicing

Most tai chi styles offer at least two tai chi forms: short and long. Some styles like Yang have even categorized them into a multitude of sizes 18 - 24 - 48 - 83 - 108 - Tall - Grande - Venti... You...

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