Baguazhang

The Art of Baguazhang

Baguazhang (Eight Trigrams Palm) is one of the three major internal Chinese martial arts, renowned for its circular movement patterns and continuous palm changes. It is characterized by walking in circles while changing palm positions, creating a highly adaptable and evasive fighting style.

At Jidao, we teach authentic Baguazhang as passed down through generations. Our practice emphasizes fluid movement, rapid directional changes, and the cultivation of internal energy while maintaining constant motion.

Benefits of Baguazhang

Agility & Flexibility

Develops exceptional footwork, balance, and whole-body coordination.

Internal Power

Cultivates explosive palm strikes and continuous flowing power.

Adaptability

Learn to change direction instantly and respond to any situation.

Strategic Thinking

Develops tactical awareness and the ability to outmaneuver opponents.

In Baguazhang, the circle is your protection, the palm is your weapon, and change is your strategy. The path of the Eight Trigrams is the path of infinite adaptation.

— Traditional Baguazhang Proverb

Core Principles of Baguazhang

🔄 Principle 1

Circle Walking

Constant circular movement creates defense and generates power.

✋ Principle 2

Palm Changes

Continuous palm changes create infinite attack and defense possibilities.

🌊 Principle 3

Flowing Energy

Qi flows through the body like water, never stopping, always adapting.

🎯 Principle 4

Mind Leads Movement

The mind must move before the body; intention guides all action.

Baguazhang Syllabus

Circle Walking Basics

Foundation circle walking and palm changes

4 weeks

Eight Palm Changes

The classic bagua palm changes

8 weeks

Sixty-Four Palms

Advanced circle walking and palm applications

16 weeks