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Chen Style Dao (broadsword/saber) form is a short dynamic form characterized by explosive leaping and twisting. The broadsword is single edged and heavy, requiring large powerful movements. It is traditionally associated with the tiger because of its powerful movements. The broadsword often coils closely around the body to deflect an opponent's strike. The broadsword develops power and coordination. As with all weapons forms, some level of competence in the empty hand forms should be achieved before attempting the broadsword form.

Move list from Master Jan Silberstorff's "Chen: Living Taijiquan in the Classical Style"

chen shi tai ji dan dao

1	yu bei shi	Preparation Stance
2	hu xin dao	Shielding the Heart with the Saber
3	qing long chu shui	Blue-green Dragon Shoots out of the Water
4	feng juan can hua	Wind Tearing the Dried Flower
5	bai yuan gai ding	The White Cloud Conceals the Summit
6	hei hu sou shan	The Black Tiger Searches the Mountains
7	su qin bei jian	Suqin Carrying the Sword on the Back
8	jin ji du li	The Golden Rooster Stands on One Leg
9	ying feng gun bi	Taking up the Stab-weapon, Redirect it and Dodge it
10	yao zhan bai she	Cutting through the White Snake's Hip
11	ri tan san huan	Drawing Three Rings around the Sun
12	bo yun wang ri	Driving the Clouds Away to See the Sun
13	zuo bo cao xin she	Ploughing the Grass and Searching for the Snake-- left
14	you bo cao xin she	Ploughing the Grass and Searching for the Snake-- right
15	qing long chu shui	Blue-green Dragon Shoots out of the Water
16	feng juan can hua	Wind Tearing the Dried Flower
17	yan bie jin chi	Wild Goose Twisting the Wings
18	ye cha tan hai	Yecha Stretches towards the Sea
19	you fan shen kan	Turning the Body and Performing a Strike-- right
20	zuo fan shen kan	Turning the Body and Performing a Strike-- left
21	bai she tu xin	The White Snake Pushes out the Tongue
22	huai zhong bao yue	Embracing the Moon and Move it to the Chest
23	shou shi	Closing Stance