Taiji balls

[Kymus]

YMAA used to link to where one could purchase an "Authentic Wooden Taiji Ball". However, now that link is MIA (I think due to their recent promotion). Can anyone direct me to where I can purchase a wooden Taiji ball?

[Hard Fists]

I have steal Tai Chi balls. But I think they may be the only pair...I'm not thinking of parting with them, either as I train with them myself at least twice a day.

[neilhytholt]

I don't know about wooden balls (never used them), but if you're looking for stone ones, Atomic Athlete sells them. A little bit pricey, though, IMHO.

http://www.atomicathletic.com/

[Dale Dugas]

http://www.greatbaytaichi.com/product.htm

This is the link you were looking for.

Enjoy!

[neilhytholt]

That ball says it's specially crafted for light weight ... WTF??? Why would anybody want to use a very light ball?

[Chief Fox]

DOH! :eek: $89 for a ball!

[neilhytholt]

DOH! :eek: $89 for a ball!

Yeah if you're just looking for a small lightweight ball, just get a medicine ball or something. They sell them down at the fitness store.

[Kymus]

That ball says it's specially crafted for light weight ... WTF??? Why would anybody want to use a very light ball?

I assume for beginners, feeble folks, and/or those that don't know any better.

I'm #1 and was #3 untill I was reminded of stone balls :D

[Kymus]

http://www.greatbaytaichi.com/product.htm

This is the link you were looking for.

Enjoy!


yep, Thanks!

[Hunt]

A cheaper alternative is to go to your local thriftstore and buy a bowling ball for about 5$...wrap it in duct tape for a better grip

[TaiChiBob]

Greetings,

Here are some resources i found for a seminar i hosted with Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming..

RESOURCES FOR WOODEN BALLS


· Greatbaytaichi.com

· charlestauber@yahoo.ca
Wood/type Laminations Diameter Weight Price (1) Price (10)
Alder 4 8 3.7 $108 $102
Spruce 4 8 3.9 $153 $146
Butternut 2 8 3.9 $110 $104
Willow 4 8 4.1 $89 $84
Poplar (Yellow) 2 8 4.1 $95 $90
Spanish Cedar 2 8 4.7 $112 $106
Fir (Douglas) 2 8 4.7 $106 $101
Elm (grey) 4 8 4.8 $87 $83
Cherry 4 8 4.8 $142 $135
Walnut 4 8 5.3 $118 $112
Yellow Pine 2 8 5.4 $85 $81
Ash 2 8 5.8 $104 $99
Mahogany 3 8 5.8 $148 $141
Maple 4 8 6.1 $105 $99
Beech 4 8 6.3 $103 $98
Oak (red) 4 8 6.3 $114 $108
Paduak (African) 4 8 6.5 $126 $120
Teak 4 8 6.7 $242 $230
Apple 6 8 7.3 $117 $111
Bubinga 4 8 8.5 $147 $140
Composites
Maple with 1/2" Purpleheart center 5 8 7 $131 $124
Maple with 1" Purpleheart center 5 8 7.8 $131 $124

· Glacialwood Products glacialwood@tds.net
7" Maple or Oak 7" Cherry 8" Maple or Oak 8" Cherry 9" Maple or Oak 9" Cherry
$52.47 $56.39 $70.89 $76.19 $90.88 $97.68

It is noteworthy that the Taiji Ball QiGong is not intended to be a conditioning exercise or strength building program.. in fact, it is intended to eventually discard the ball once the student understands the flow and harmony of moving Qi to and through an object (wood works best due to its natural qualities...)

Be well...

[qiphlow]

must... post....
i've got taiji balls--
great big brass ones.
they make sparks as i walk.



(sorry--i just had to!)

[Hard Fists]

must... post....
i've got taiji balls--
great big brass ones.
they make sparks as i walk.



(sorry--i just had to!)


Thanks qiphlow, I was beggining to feel like a jerk being the only one that saw the potty humor possibilities.

HF