Dojo Baharim

Sword

The sword in Tai Chi is taught as a refined, precise and light tool. It sharpens line, attention, posture and quality of clean movement, and asks for a calm presence even in sharp action.

Working with a sword develops a sense of length, direction and continuous movement from the center to the edge. Every little detail has an effect: grip, breath, look, step and the ability to remain soft even in clear movement.

Patterns, transitions, precise stops and flow are practiced in it, out of respect for tradition and out of a desire to develop concentration and ease at the same time.

The main points of the practice

  • Developing precision, lightness and a clear line of movement.
  • Improving eye-hand contact, timing and breathing.
  • Deepening the principles of Tai Chi through a traditional tool.
  • A practice that combines softness, sharpness and presence.