Yang Style Sword Form (Part 1) – Saturday Mornings
September 19 @ 11:00 am – December 19 @ 12:00 pm
Class Description
Discover the Artistry of Yang Style Sword in this immersive Tai Chi Chuan class. This advanced training opportunity empowers students to harness the profound principles of Tai Chi Chuan through the graceful and intricate movements of the Yang Style Sword Form.
Throughout this course, you will delve into the art of channeling your inner energy (chi) to the very tip of your sword, an essential skill in mastering the ancient art of Tai Chi swordsmanship. As you wield a two-pound sword at arm’s length, your body’s balance and strength will be nurtured and refined, unlocking a harmonious fusion of mind, body, and weapon.
The elegance of the Yang Style Sword Form extends beyond weaponry, seamlessly weaving in the core movements found in open-hand Tai Chi forms, enriching your comprehension of this ancient martial art. Part 1 of this class is dedicated to the intricacies of the first half of the form, paving the way for a deeper exploration in Part 2, scheduled for Spring 2026. Embark on a journey of self-discovery and martial mastery through the Yang Style Sword, where artistry and martial skill converge in a timeless dance of precision and grace.
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Course Objective for Students
Learn to maintain your balance while holding a two-pound sword and performing Tai Chi postures. Enhance your understanding of the open hand form. Explore extending your chi to the end of the sword.
Instructor Biography
Jay Soderberg has been studying Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong since 2006. He has studied several Yang style forms during this time, including the traditional Long Form (108 moves), the 24-Form, and Chen Man Ching’s 37-Form. He has studied with Fong Ha—a widely respected Instructor living in Berkeley, CA—who teaches world-wide. Jay has been certified to teach Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan by Fong Ha since 2012. Since then, Jay has been assisting his teacher, Keith Root. Jay also began teaching in other communities in 2014 to help spread the benefits of Tai Chi Chuan. His experience with teaching Yang style includes form work, applications, push hands, saber, sword, meditation, Yiquan, and Qigong.
Cost
Schedule
Class Dates: Saturdays, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/8, 11/21, 12/5, 12/12, & 12/19/2026
Skip Dates: 10/17, & 11/28/2026
Registration Information
PHONE: 763-221-0626
MAIL: 16235 9th Ave No, Plymouth, MN 55447 (via check)
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Organizer
Jay Soderberg
soderbergjay@northstar-taichi.com