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Yang Family Tai Chi will organize an International Guests group performance. This will be a performance of the 26 Hand Form. There is a $100 fee for the uniform include t-shirt, pants, shoes. More details to follow. Please see video below for performance of the form as well as an optional online class of Master Yang Jun teaching this form in detail.
All Yang Family Tai Chi Association members in good standing who adhere to the Yang Family Tai Chi Commandments and Code of Conduct may apply for Duan Ranking during the tournament.
GROUP EVENT REQUIREMENT
• Complete one form per group
• A tournament group needs a minimum of 6 participants and a maximum of 10.
• Every team can participate in Hand Form and/or Sword Form and/or Saber Form.
• Every team may have male and female participants.
INDIVIDUAL RANKING
Important: Ranking is available only to competitors participating in the tournament. Ranking without competition is not permitted for this event.
Application Deadline Ranking applications must be received by the Yang FamilyTai Chi Ranking Department no later than August 16, 2026. Email them to: ranking@yangfamilytaichi.com. Ranking fees should be submitted with the tour registration fees no later than July 15, 2026.
Eligibility Guidelines First-Time Applicants
• Members are generally expected to enter the ranking system at Copper Eagle (Rank One) and advance sequentially.
• A member with three (3) or more years of systematic Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan practice may apply directly for Silver Eagle (Rank Two) if:
1. They demonstrate commitment to Yang Family Tai Chi morals and commandments, and
2. They submit a written recommendation from their teacher.
• Approval must be granted by a Yang Family Tai Chi Center or the Ranking Department.
• Non-sequential ranking is not permitted for any other rank.
Applicants Advancing to the Next Rank
• Ranked members may apply only for the next sequential level.
• For this tournament only, the normal time-in-rank requirements are modified:
1. Those holding Copper or Silver Eagle Ranks obtained before December 31, 2025 may apply for the next rank.
2. Those holding Gold Eagle, Copper or Silver Tiger Ranks obtained before December 31, 2024 may apply for the next rank.
Evaluation Standards (All Applicants)
• The final competition score awarded by the chief judge serves as the qualifying score for ranking.
• Required scores listed below are higher than standard ranking scores, reflecting the competition scoring scale.
Required Scores by Rank
Copper Eagle – Rank One
• Minimum 7.9 in 22 Essential Form or 26 Form
• 60+ on Rank One written test (history & theory)
Silver Eagle – Rank Two
• Minimum 8.3 in 22 Essential Form or 26 Form
• 65+ on Rank Two written test
Gold Eagle – Rank Three
• Minimum 8.6 in:
1. 22 Essential Form or 26 Form
2. One weapon form
• A minimum combined score: 17.2+
• 70+ on Rank Three written test
Copper Tiger – Rank Four
• Minimum 8.7 in:
1. 22 Essential Form or 26 Form
2. Sword
3. Saber
• A minimum combined score: 26.1+
• 75+ on Rank Four written test
• Satisfactory completion of Push Hands Skills (Rank Four)
Silver Tiger – Rank Five
• Minimum 8.9 in:
1. 22 Essential Form or 26 Form
2. Sword
3. Saber
• A minimum combined score: 26.7+
• 80+ on Rank Five written test
• Satisfactory completion of Push Hands Skills (Rank Five)
Gold Tiger – Rank Six
• Minimum 9.1 in:
1. 22 Essential Form or 26 Form
2. Sword
3. Saber
• A minimum combined score: 27.3+
• 85+ on Rank Six written test
• Satisfactory completion of Push Hands Skills (Rank Six)
The tournament rules and regulations will be available in April 2026 and posted here.
What Is the Duan Wei System?
The Chinese Wushu Duan Wei System is China’s official national ranking system for traditional Chinese martial arts. It
evaluates practitioners on technical skill, theory, ethics (Wude), and overall proficiency, rather than competition results
alone. The system is administered under the authority of the Chinese Wushu Association.
Examination Structure
Elementary Duan (1st–3rd Duan)
• Etiquette & Ethics: Baoquan salute and Wushu moral conduct (Wude)
• Technical Exam: Solo routines matching 1st–3rd Duan movement quantity and difficulty
1. Official Duan Wei routines
2. National promotion routines
3. Elementary competition routines
4. Approved style-specific routines
Intermediate Duan (4th–6th Duan)
• Written Theory Exam: Basic Wushu theory
• Technical Exam: Solo routines matching 4th–6th Duan movement quantity and difficulty
1. Official Duan Wei routines
2. National promotion routines
3. Intermediate or advanced competition routines
4. Approved style-specific routines
Advanced Duan (7th–8th Duan)
• Technical Exam: One barehand routine + one weapon routine (not lower than 6th Duan level)
• Written Theory Exam (closed book)
• Interview & Oral Defense
• Comprehensive Review: Ethics, skill, teaching ability, achievements, and social contribution
Rank Placement for International Participants
International participants may apply directly for an appropriate Duan level without holding all lower ranks, provided that:
• The performed routine matches the required technical difficulty
• All examination components are passed
• Required documentation is submitted
Placement is based on demonstrated skill, not years of training alone.
Suggested Duan Levels (Guideline Only)
Training Experience Suggested Duan
1–3 years Pre-Duan / 1st Duan
3–5 years 1st–2nd Duan
5–8 years 2nd–3rd Duan
8–12 years 4th–5th Duan
12–20+ years 5th–6th Duan
Final placement is determined by examination results.
Registration & Fees
Required Materials:
Registration form, application form, two 2-inch photos, passport/ID copy, and supporting materials Deadline:
July 15, 2026.
Fees (USD):
• Registration: $50
• Training & Examination: $100
Duan Promotion Fees:
1st $60 | 2nd $90 | 3rd $130 | 4th $160 | 5th $220 | 6th $230 |
Certification
Successful candidates may apply online for an official electronic Duan Wei certificate through the Chinese
Wushu App.
