Cheng Style Bagua Mud-wading Step and Basic Eight Palms Technical Routine DVD
LECTURER: Liu Jingru
SKUDW112-07
SUBTITLEEnglish / Chinese
TIME65.0
Index: Cheng Style Bagua Mud-wading Step and Basic Eight Palms Technical Routine DVD // Cheng Style Bagua / Liu Jingru // Traditional Martial Arts
Foundational Cheng Style Bagua Zhang: Mastering The Mud-Wading Step And The Eight Static Palms For Internal Power And Structural Rooting By Liu Jingru
Index: Cheng Style Bagua Mud-wading Step and Basic Eight Palms Technical Routine DVD // Cheng Style Bagua / Liu Jingru // Traditional Martial Arts
Classical Movement Analysis
●Master the foundational Mud-wading Step (Tang Ni Bu).
●Learn the Eight Basic Palms (Ding Shi Ba Zhang) for internal alchemy.
●Develop superior structural rooting and circular mobility.
●Expert instruction in the core mechanics of the Cheng lineage.
Perfect for remote learning and daily home practice of kung fu.
THE FOUNDATION OF INTERNAL ALCHEMY
The Mud-wading Step (Tang Ni Bu) and the Basic Eight Palms (Ding Shi Ba Zhang) constitute the absolute foundation upon which the entire edifice of Bagua Zhang is built. Without mastering these core mechanics, the advanced swimming-body movements and combat applications remain superficial. This instructional program is presented by Master Liu Jingru, a world-renowned authority on the Cheng branch of Bagua Zhang. The curriculum is divided into two critical parts: the first focusing on the sophisticated footwork that defines the art, and the second on the eight static postures used to cultivate internal power and structural integrity. This DVD provides a professional and rigorous guide to the technical routines that form the bedrock of the Cheng lineage, ensuring that the traditional flavor and internal depth are preserved for the modern practitioner.
BIOMECHANICAL PRINCIPLES AND ROOTING
Biomechanically, the Mud-wading Step trains the practitioner to maintain a constant, stable connection with the ground while moving in a circular path. This requires a high degree of core stability and the coordination of the kinetic chain. Master Liu Jingru demonstrates the straight step, the wriggling step, and the circular step, explaining how each contributes to the development of 'Hunyuan Li' (Unified Force). The Basic Eight Palms—including 'Fierce Tiger Goes Out of Mountain' and 'Roc Spreads Its Wings'—are designed to stretch the tendons, strengthen the bones, and regulate the flow of Qi and blood. The focus is on Body-Mind Integration, where the practitioner's intent (Yi) is used to maintain the internal pressure and structural alignment of the 'Eight Gates.' This training develops the 'Steady Piling Force' (Zhuang Gong) that is the prerequisite for all explosive power (Fa-Jin) in Bagua Zhang.
PRACTITIONER BENEFITS AND MASTERY
Engaging with this foundational material allows the student to develop exceptional balance, agility, and internal vitality. The practice of circle walking is renowned for its ability to enhance the practitioner's spirit and regulate the nervous system. By following the professional guidance of Master Liu Jingru, students learn to execute the forms with the correct internal alchemy principles, ensuring that the practice is both safe and effective. This DVD is an indispensable resource for serious martial artists seeking to master the internal mechanics of Bagua Zhang. It offers a professional, fact-driven guide to the technical excellence and historical significance of the Cheng lineage, providing a clear path to achieving elite martial proficiency. Mastery of these foundations is the first step toward the 'Great Achievement' of the Eight Diagrams Palm, representing a vital component of the Chinese Wushu Series for practitioners worldwide.
The Mud-wading Step (Tang Ni Bu) and the Basic Eight Palms (Ding Shi Ba Zhang) constitute the absolute foundation upon which the entire edifice of Bagua Zhang is built. Without mastering these core mechanics, the advanced swimming-body movements and combat applications remain superficial. This instructional program is presented by Master Liu Jingru, a world-renowned authority on the Cheng branch of Bagua Zhang. The curriculum is divided into two critical parts: the first focusing on the sophisticated footwork that defines the art, and the second on the eight static postures used to cultivate internal power and structural integrity. This DVD provides a professional and rigorous guide to the technical routines that form the bedrock of the Cheng lineage, ensuring that the traditional flavor and internal depth are preserved for the modern practitioner.
BIOMECHANICAL PRINCIPLES AND ROOTING
Biomechanically, the Mud-wading Step trains the practitioner to maintain a constant, stable connection with the ground while moving in a circular path. This requires a high degree of core stability and the coordination of the kinetic chain. Master Liu Jingru demonstrates the straight step, the wriggling step, and the circular step, explaining how each contributes to the development of 'Hunyuan Li' (Unified Force). The Basic Eight Palms—including 'Fierce Tiger Goes Out of Mountain' and 'Roc Spreads Its Wings'—are designed to stretch the tendons, strengthen the bones, and regulate the flow of Qi and blood. The focus is on Body-Mind Integration, where the practitioner's intent (Yi) is used to maintain the internal pressure and structural alignment of the 'Eight Gates.' This training develops the 'Steady Piling Force' (Zhuang Gong) that is the prerequisite for all explosive power (Fa-Jin) in Bagua Zhang.
PRACTITIONER BENEFITS AND MASTERY
Engaging with this foundational material allows the student to develop exceptional balance, agility, and internal vitality. The practice of circle walking is renowned for its ability to enhance the practitioner's spirit and regulate the nervous system. By following the professional guidance of Master Liu Jingru, students learn to execute the forms with the correct internal alchemy principles, ensuring that the practice is both safe and effective. This DVD is an indispensable resource for serious martial artists seeking to master the internal mechanics of Bagua Zhang. It offers a professional, fact-driven guide to the technical excellence and historical significance of the Cheng lineage, providing a clear path to achieving elite martial proficiency. Mastery of these foundations is the first step toward the 'Great Achievement' of the Eight Diagrams Palm, representing a vital component of the Chinese Wushu Series for practitioners worldwide.
Master Lu Jingru
Index: Cheng Style Bagua Mud-wading Step and Basic Eight Palms Technical Routine DVD // Ding Shi Ba Zhang / Cheng Style Bagua // Martial Arts Preservation
Biographical Profile: Liu Jingru
Grandmaster of Cheng-style Baguazhang and Cultural Guardian
Liu Jingru, born in 1936, is a 9th Duan holder in Chinese Wushu, a titan of contemporary Baguazhang, and a nationally recognized Representative Inheritor of Intangible Cultural Heritage. He is a leading authority on Cheng-style Baguazhang and holds profound mastery in Six Harmonies Praying Mantis and Xingyi Quan, often described as a "Living Cultural Fossil of Beijing Wushu."
Martial Arts Background: Authentic Lineage and Mastery
Master Liu studied under legendary masters such as Luo Dekuan, Liu Bin, and the Six Harmonies Mantis grandmaster Shan Xiangling. He systematically inherited the essence of the Cheng style—characterized by movements "like a swimming dragon and unpredictability"—reaching a pinnacle of mastery in footwork, palm techniques, and internal power. A multi-time champion in the 1970s and 80s, he is a universally respected grandmaster of both combat and form.
Legacy and Contribution: Protecting a Global Heritage
Master Liu is dedicated to the global dissemination of Baguazhang, with students spanning the entire world. He has authored several authoritative monographs and instructional series, meticulously documenting the core secrets of traditional Wushu. Beyond physical training, he emphasizes the preservation of cultural roots, frequently lecturing at international forums on the philosophical underpinnings of Bagua.
Artistic Style: Ethereal Agility and Drifting Clouds
His Baguazhang performance is characterized by extreme flexibility and fluid, circular movement, perfectly capturing the spirit of "a dragon swimming through the air." He advocates for "naturalness, coordination, and transparency." His flawless technique and sage-like presence profoundly illustrate the highest realms of internal martial arts.
HERITAGE ARCHIVE: This instructional media is part of the Chinoiserie2008 Traditional Wushu Collection. Our mission is to preserve the authentic lineage and technical standards of Chinese martial arts through systematic digital documentation.
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TAGS: Mud-wading Step | Tang Ni Bu | Basic Eight Palms | Ding Shi Ba Zhang
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