Are Tai Chi Collapsible Swords Worth It???

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@erichkitzmueller Жыл бұрын

I started with one of those collapsible swords, but quicky switched to a real sword after a short period of time, for all the reasons given. That said, I still keep the collapsible sword in my bag because sometimes people in my training group forget their sword, and in such a case, it's still better than nothing.

@SifuKuttelTaiChi Жыл бұрын

That is true, good looking out!

@mjb7015 Жыл бұрын

I completely agree, I've found there's a huge difference between using a properly weighted and balanced jian versus a cheap lightweight or plastic one. The balance is just as important as the weight, if it's too far forwards or back it will also affect your technique and building habits. I have the same issue with wooden tai chi jian, which are another popular alternative to a proper steel jian. The weight and balance just aren't right.

@Shindai Жыл бұрын

I take one of these with me to class mostly because the second in command loves taking photos and sifu doesn't always bring enough swords for everyone to pose with one xD

@sifumalcolmmacquarrie2124 8 ай бұрын

Sorry Mate: I can't fully agree with you. 1st, it depends on how much you pay for a collapsable Jian. You definitely get what you pay for. If you get one of those really cheap online ones for around the 10 to 20 dollar range, you will not get the best out of your sword forms. But, if you purchase one of the older, better made collapsing swords for a more expensive investment, it is possible to get one that is solid when opened ans is as finely balanced as a high end solid jian. I know.. I have had one since the 1980s when they first became available. 2nd, the whole idea of a collapsible is for travel. Full size, solid swords are not always allowed or welcome in public areas, especially when on vacations. Pull out your fancy, expensive jian and start waving it around in public and you may just end up in jail. So my friend, and whomever else reads this... there is definitely a place and a purpose for a well made collapsible jian (tai chi sword). Peace and blessings: Sifu Malcolm MacQuarrie / President of Canadian Taijiquan Federation

@LotusYeshe Ай бұрын

This 2nd point made me laugh hard

@LotusYeshe Ай бұрын

What is the reality of travellingby plane with the swords and fans? Security check must be a nightmare. Any information please?

@SifuKuttelTaiChi Ай бұрын

@@LotusYeshe Fans are usually fine to travel in your carry on luggage, but your best option is in your checked luggage. Swords can be packed in your check in luggage, and as long as it is not illegal in your place of origin or destination, shouldn’t cause any problems. It’s good to look it up before you travel.

@Guo.Li.Jing. Жыл бұрын

But if I only want to use it for a sword dance performance once, is it sufficient?

@SifuKuttelTaiChi Жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@peterjaimez1619 Жыл бұрын

I beg to differ, the important point is to DO IT! I sometimes use a spoon 😀. I also do sport fencing, and believe me the kit (mask, cables, jacket, etc) is bulky. I have a real sword (jian) and I believe that is not the sword🗡 but the hand ✋that matters. For ONLY doing the form is perfectly ok . Of course if you are going to practice cutting real objects (bottles, tatamis, etc.) a REAL SWORD is a must. For 99% of the people a telescopic (or collapsible if you prefer) is good enough. And for fencing practice a wooden one☝Cheers

@williamregan367 Жыл бұрын

I find that these swords also jam at the different sections and can snap easily .

@MrHDE-ex6xl Жыл бұрын

I can vouch for that

@joeyasl6388 10 ай бұрын

I wish u would touch on the length of the sword in accordance to the trainee height (Reaching the ear) when they use your affliate links to buy a sword. I agree wif u tat using a collapsible sword causes bad habit in the wielding of the sword. Tat's what happens to me when I started learning. I quickly change to a proper sword before my bad pattern sets in. Worth investing in a real sword, don't have to be quality or expensive, but a proper one.

@chanwing1536 Жыл бұрын

Mr Sifu Kuttel, i have a sword soft blade 76cm long use to practice Tai Chi form. It is very suitable for my practicing all styles of Wudang & Wushu form as well. Is my favourite sword

@ReformedCriminalD Жыл бұрын

I'm wondering if you teach anything besides Tai Chi? I've been training in Shaolin for over 30 years , in Wudang San Feng Pai for over 15 years and I used to instruct Special Forces and Government Agents in CQC Yang Style is very basic , I usually get my students to learn 24 as a entry to Tai Chi if it's Wudang But for actual combat I don't teach any Shaolin or Wudang , only for The Jian and Spear and only as supplemental , it's not mandatory The training that's mandatory is Jeet Kune Do , Muay Thai Techniques , Silat , Slavic Boxing and Judo . This is what I teach ad the arts of killing people , most of its with a knife and I also train Holster and Rifle defense. Do you tell students that Yang Style Tai Chi is an exercise form with some combat applications? Do you have knowledge of the poetry in the forms? Do you know the names of the moves that aren't the poetry? Have you been to Wudang? Does your teachers have lineage to Yang Style Schools and yourself? Do you teach applications? Have you ever used Tai Chi in a actual fight? Have you done Conditioning training? Fajin ,? Do you have knowledge of Wuji? Please let me know

@SifuKuttelTaiChi Жыл бұрын

Wow, you have quite a resume and collection of martial arts experience! I'm interested to know why you teach jian and spear for combat training, even if it is supplementary, wouldn't it be better to focus on the types of combat they are more likely to encounter?

@ReformedCriminalD Жыл бұрын

@@SifuKuttelTaiChi I teach Spear and sword for actual combat because it's better to know how to use them and never have to use them than to be in a situation where you have to use them and be untrained