Bagua dates back to the Ching Dynasty. It is characterized by techniques that
use the palm, circular walking and twisting movements. Bagua is relatively new,
but it is very sophisticated. When you incorporate the weighted training,
the post training conditioning, Wei Gong training, Nei Gong training, two-man
fighting techniques similar to the Tui Shou of Taijiquan, weapon training and
the post training, Chi Gong training, a well-conditioned, effective martial
artist emerges. It is then easy to see why Tung Hai Chuan, Yin Fu, and Gong Bao
Tian (the first 3 generations of Baguazhang masters) were highly sought after
for bodyguard service and training in the Emperor's palace.
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