Baguazhang



Baquazhang is one of the major internal Chinese martial arts. This martial art first teaches students flexibility through various exercises. When that is complete more of the complex forms are learnt along with internal power. The internal aspects of baquazhang are similar to the martial art forms Xingyi and Tai Chi.

This martial art is also known for practicing with extremely large weapons, such as the Baqua Broadsword. Baquazhang contains an extremely wide variety of techniques, including various strikes, low kicks, joint techniques, throws, and distinctively circular footwork.