This past Saturday was a curriculum study day, and I have to say it was so much fun! What a great group of taiji players and students.
Sensing Swords
We practiced form together – a nice long 40-minute set – and then after a little sensing hands practice, we tried out our sensing skills with the sword.
Yep, we put the double-edge weapon in our hands, and together began our exploration of the magic and majesty of the sword. A great introduction! Marveling at the swords ability to amplify our intentions and show us ourselves so clearly, we laughed heartily and focused mindfully.
Song of the Taiji Sword
From the beginning the way of the sword has been difficult to hand down
Like a dragon and rainbow it is very subtle and abstruse
Should it be used like that of a hacking knife
The old sword immortal San-Feng would die of laughter
(Y.K. Chen, trans by S.A. Olson, Tai Chi Sword, Sabre, & Staff)
So far, so good – the only laughter we heard was our own!
Nice work everyone. (and for those of you who missed it….there’ll be more, for sure!)
This new website is in progress – and I am getting excited about blogging again.
I plan to write at least once a week and sometimes more.
And I will be sharing my thoughts about Taijiquan (Tai Chi), Qigong (Chi Kung), push hands, the Taiji weapons of Saber, Sword and Spear, Chinese healing arts, philosophy, life as a journey and the great lessons that Tai Chi offers, self-healing, alternative medicine, Five Elements, Taoism, and sometimes I am sure I will not be able to resist talking about my ukulele or my corgi, Maggie!
I hope you will check back often and join the discussion when something interests you.
Odyssey Taiji 