Cheng Style Swimming Body Baguazhang Basic Training by Master Sun Zhijun DVD
LECTURER: Sun Zhijun
SKUDW207-01
SUBTITLEEnglish / Chinese
TIME68.0
Index: Cheng Style Swimming Body Baguazhang Basic Training by Master Sun Zhijun DVD // Kung Fu training / body mechanics // Traditional Martial Arts
Establish The Essential Structural Foundation And Internal Mechanics Of Cheng Style Swimming Body Baguazhang With 9Th Dan Grandmaster Sun Zhijun.
Index: Cheng Style Swimming Body Baguazhang Basic Training by Master Sun Zhijun DVD // Kung Fu training / body mechanics // Traditional Martial Arts
Systematic Training Archive
●Establish the essential structural foundation of Cheng Style Swimming Body Bagua.
●Master the 10-toe floor-grip and suspended-head alignment for internal power.
●Learn the core principles of turning, penetrating, and twisting like a swimming dragon.
●Train with 9th Dan Grandmaster Sun Zhijun, the leading authority of the Cheng lineage.
Digitally remastered for visual clarity of every martial technique.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
The Cheng Style Swimming Body Eight Trigram Palm is one of the most sophisticated and physically demanding branches of Baguazhang. Its foundation lies in a rigorous set of basic training methods (Ji Ben Gong) that establish the unique structural and energetic requirements of the system. This instructional program is presented by Grandmaster Sun Zhijun, a 9th Dan Wushu expert and the preeminent 4th generation successor of the Cheng Style lineage. Master Sun, widely recognized as the leading representative of modern Cheng Style Bagua, provides an authoritative guide to the foundational principles that allow a practitioner to move with the agility of a dragon and the power of a tiger. Historically, these basic exercises were the most guarded aspects of the art, as they contain the 'secret' mechanics that make advanced techniques possible.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND STRUCTURAL ALIGNMENT
The Basic Training Technical Routine focuses on the precise alignment of the body, known as the 'Body Requirements.' Master Sun provides a granular breakdown of these essentials: lifting the neck and head (Ding), relaxing the shoulders and elbows, hollowing the chest while solidifying the abdomen, and maintaining a vertical waist. A unique feature of this training is the emphasis on the 'Ten Toes Catching the Floor,' which establishes a profound connection to the ground. The curriculum covers the fundamental mechanics of circle walking and the signature 'Mud-Wading Step,' ensuring that the practitioner develops the leg strength and torso flexibility required for the Swimming Body style's complex maneuvers.
BIOMECHANICAL PRINCIPLES AND internal power
A primary focus of this 48-minute DVD is the development of internal power through specific biomechanical principles. Master Sun demonstrates the concepts of 'Rolling, Drilling, Competing, and Wrapping,' which define how force is generated and directed within the Bagua system. By adhering to the principle of Body-Step Unity, the practitioner learns to change palms and directions fluidly without losing structural integrity. The biomechanical analysis explores how the twisting of the spine and the opening of the joints facilitate the flow of Qi and the generation of Fa-Jin (Explosive Force). This training transforms the body into a unified martial instrument, capable of moving like a swimming dragon—unpredictable and powerful.
PHILOSOPHICAL DEPTH AND LINEAGE PRESERVATION
Grandmaster Sun Zhijun's teaching goes beyond mere physical exercise, exploring the philosophical essence of Baguazhang. He explains the cultivation principles of 'Using the Curved to Overcome the Straight' and 'Using Movement to Disturb Stillness.' The routine is designed to develop a high degree of spatial awareness and reflexive agility, preparing the mind and body for the advanced technical routines of the lineage. This DVD is an indispensable resource for any practitioner of Baguazhang, offering a professional and academic approach to the art's foundational roots. Through the guidance of a 9th Dan master, students can ensure their practice is built upon the authentic technical and philosophical traditions of the Cheng Style Swimming Body lineage.
The Cheng Style Swimming Body Eight Trigram Palm is one of the most sophisticated and physically demanding branches of Baguazhang. Its foundation lies in a rigorous set of basic training methods (Ji Ben Gong) that establish the unique structural and energetic requirements of the system. This instructional program is presented by Grandmaster Sun Zhijun, a 9th Dan Wushu expert and the preeminent 4th generation successor of the Cheng Style lineage. Master Sun, widely recognized as the leading representative of modern Cheng Style Bagua, provides an authoritative guide to the foundational principles that allow a practitioner to move with the agility of a dragon and the power of a tiger. Historically, these basic exercises were the most guarded aspects of the art, as they contain the 'secret' mechanics that make advanced techniques possible.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND STRUCTURAL ALIGNMENT
The Basic Training Technical Routine focuses on the precise alignment of the body, known as the 'Body Requirements.' Master Sun provides a granular breakdown of these essentials: lifting the neck and head (Ding), relaxing the shoulders and elbows, hollowing the chest while solidifying the abdomen, and maintaining a vertical waist. A unique feature of this training is the emphasis on the 'Ten Toes Catching the Floor,' which establishes a profound connection to the ground. The curriculum covers the fundamental mechanics of circle walking and the signature 'Mud-Wading Step,' ensuring that the practitioner develops the leg strength and torso flexibility required for the Swimming Body style's complex maneuvers.
BIOMECHANICAL PRINCIPLES AND internal power
A primary focus of this 48-minute DVD is the development of internal power through specific biomechanical principles. Master Sun demonstrates the concepts of 'Rolling, Drilling, Competing, and Wrapping,' which define how force is generated and directed within the Bagua system. By adhering to the principle of Body-Step Unity, the practitioner learns to change palms and directions fluidly without losing structural integrity. The biomechanical analysis explores how the twisting of the spine and the opening of the joints facilitate the flow of Qi and the generation of Fa-Jin (Explosive Force). This training transforms the body into a unified martial instrument, capable of moving like a swimming dragon—unpredictable and powerful.
PHILOSOPHICAL DEPTH AND LINEAGE PRESERVATION
Grandmaster Sun Zhijun's teaching goes beyond mere physical exercise, exploring the philosophical essence of Baguazhang. He explains the cultivation principles of 'Using the Curved to Overcome the Straight' and 'Using Movement to Disturb Stillness.' The routine is designed to develop a high degree of spatial awareness and reflexive agility, preparing the mind and body for the advanced technical routines of the lineage. This DVD is an indispensable resource for any practitioner of Baguazhang, offering a professional and academic approach to the art's foundational roots. Through the guidance of a 9th Dan master, students can ensure their practice is built upon the authentic technical and philosophical traditions of the Cheng Style Swimming Body lineage.
Master Sun Zhijun
Sun Zhijun - Cheng-style Baguazhang
Sun Zhijun (1933–2023) was one of the most prestigious and internationally recognized masters of Cheng-style Baguazhang. As a 4th-generation practitioner, he was widely considered a "living treasure" of the art, known for his incredible flexibility, deep internal power, and his role as the chief instructor at the Beijing Baguazhang Research Association.
Lineage and Background
Sun Zhijun’s lineage is impeccable, tracing directly back to the founder through the Cheng Tinghua branch. He was a disciple of the famous masters Liu Ziyang, Cheng Youxin, and Cheng Youpu.
Lineage: 4th Generation Inheritor of Cheng-style Baguazhang.
Legacy: He spent over seven decades practicing and teaching, becoming a key figure in the official standardization of Baguazhang for the Chinese Wushu Association.
Global Influence: He was instrumental in spreading Baguazhang to the West and Japan, personally training many of the instructors who lead international organizations today.
Instructional Media and Resources
Sun Zhijun produced what is arguably the most comprehensive collection of instructional materials for the Cheng branch. His books and videos are prized for their technical "purity" and lack of modern theatrical flourishes. Key resources include:
The 64 Palms: Systematic teaching of the linear 64 movements, which are essential for understanding the combat applications of the art.
Swimming Body Eight Big Palms: Demonstrations of the core circular forms, showcasing the unique "Dragon Claw" and the continuous flow of the Cheng tradition.
Baguadao (Great Broadsword): He was particularly famous for his mastery of the massive Bagua broadsword, showing how to use body weight and momentum to handle the heavy weapon.
Neigong and Health: Extensive writings on the internal cultivation aspects of the art, focusing on the preservation of the joints and the cultivation of breath.
Core Technical Characteristics
Sun Zhijun’s performance was the gold standard for "Old Frame" Cheng-style Baguazhang:
Incredible Suppleness: Even in his late 80s, his ability to twist and coil his body was legendary, embodying the "Swimming Dragon" principle.
Structural Detail: He was famous for his strictness regarding the "Three Basins" (high, middle, and low stances) and the precise angle of the feet during the "Bai" and "Kou" steps.
Deep Power (Chen Jin): His movements were never light or "floaty"; they possessed a heavy, sinking quality that demonstrated the internal pressure required for the style.
Combat Logic: He focused heavily on the "changing" nature of the art, teaching that Bagua is about constant movement and never being where the opponent expects you to be.
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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