FAQS ON CHINESE BROADSWORD
- Do I need to buy a broadsword?
In the long run, yes. But not a real sword. Props - like a wooden or polypropylene sword - are fine. In the first few lessons, you can start with a long umbrella first before you decide to commit and buy a sword. - I am not young anymore. Would Chinese Broadsword be too strenuous for me?
The Chinese broadsword will be relatively more demanding than our other weapon classes. But it is manageable for most people. You should always check with the instructor first.