This course offers an invigorating day learning the beginning part of the Chen Taiji Jian (Sword Form). The sword or Jian is the oldest of the traditional weapons. Practice improves balance, coordination and flexibility. As an extension to the hand forms, the sword form stretches and strengthens the joints of the body and makes the postures more open and expansive. Flexibility in the wrists and hands, lightness of footwork and agility in the waist are hallmarks of the sword form. This Taiji sword form develops the internal twining of the Chen forms. When performed correctly and gracefully, it is said to resemble a dragon swimming through water. Throughout the class exercise options and adaptations suitable to all levels of ability will be offered by the tutor. Advice will be given on safe and effective techniques to comfortably perform the moves, gently increasing flexibility and mobility.
Chen style Tai Chi Sword (Taiji Jian)
When & Where
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18 October 2025 - 18 October 2025 ( 5 hours, 1 weeks )
- Daytime, Saturday
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Waterloo Centre
Quick Facts
- Availability Yes
- Tutor Laura Ichajapanich
- Course Code W25SCIO13A
- Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course
What you will learn
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Use a Taji sword to perform stretching postures and positions.
Cost
Class format and activities
Practical class involving gentle warm-up, stretch and sword forms/movements. Demonstration by the tutor of the exercises and movements of the sword form Guidance from tutor on technique, posture and moves Adaptations for all levels Safe, relaxed, fun and friendly learning atmosphere
Entry requirements
You will need to have experience of either Taiji, Qigong or Dance. Experience of Martial Arts is not necessary, all levels welcome
What you need to know before you enrol
The taiji sword requires a degree of fitness and flexibility. However, these can be developed in the class and students must be aware of and work within their own comfortable limits and abilities. All movements can be performed in a more upright, gentle posture. This course is very useful for people who would like to feel physically and mentally stronger, more flexible and alert. Students who have studied Qigong or Tai Chi (Taiji) will enjoy extending their knowledge by learning a new weapons form.
What you need
A collapsible or wooden sword Comfortable clothing suitable for movement. Flat, indoor shoes with slight grip (ie flat trainers or martial arts shoes)
