This is a beginning course to prepare you to learn the Internal Arts. Know that the Internal Arts are an advanced practice usually taken up after years of training in the external arts (Shaolin, etc.,) This series has been created to follow the traditional approach. You will need patience and drive to complete each and every stage. You can call me with questions, and I will guild you as best I can until I can see you directly to know where you are in terms of development. This will be through video and or visits from you at my school. Bear in mind that each Static Posture has stages, some more than others. Each stage takes 100 days to complete. If you follow the plan, you will receive the benefits. Guaranteed! Also know that the benefits are not even. No one develops the same skills as another beyond the basics. Those skills are unique to each of us.

This course consists of the fundamental exercises, the static postures, the 8 Mother Palms, Circle Walking (various stepping, Mud, Natural and Crane) and The8 Palms of the Jiang Rong Qiao style.

Jiang Rongqiao (1891-1974) was a famous martial artist from Hebei, China. He is renowned for developing the Jiang Style Baguazhang, a unique form of Neijia kung fu that combines elements from both Baguazhang and Xingyiquan. Jiang's creation has become one of the most widely practiced combined styles in the world today. His journey into martial arts began as a student of his father, Jiang Fatai, who taught him the Shaolin Kung Fu art of Mizongquan. However, it was under the guidance of his uncle, Chen Yushan, where Jiang's training took a more formal turn.

Under Chen Yushan's supervision, Jiang Rongqiao expanded his knowledge by studying Chen-style taijiquan and Wudang Sword. These additional disciplines allowed Jiang to develop a well-rounded understanding of martial arts. Despite his impressive repertoire, Jiang's thirst for knowledge wasn't sated. Seeking to refine his skills further, he became a formal student of Zhang Zhaodong, an esteemed master who had studied with both Dong Haichuan, the founder of Baguazhang, and Guo Yunshen, known for his expertise in Xingyiquan.

Jiang Rongqiao's unique martial arts style, Jiang Style Baguazhang, is a testament to his diligent and diverse training. Known for its circular and evasive movements, this form of Baguazhang incorporates Xingyiquan's explosive strikes and footwork, creating a potent and effective system of self-defense. Jiang's dedication to his craft, along with his lineage of training, has contributed to the popularity and wide practice of Jiang Style Baguazhang around the world today. Through his innovations and contributions, Jiang Rongqiao has solidified his place in history as one of the most influential figures in the martial arts community.

Lesson Summary

Jiang Rong Qiao is a revered martial arts master best remembered for his development of the Jiang Style Baguazhang. This form of Neijia kung fu was created by combining elements of Baguazhang and Xingyiquan, allowing for effective and potent self-defense moves. His journey began with his father who taught him Shaolin Kung Fu art of Mizongquan and further developed under his uncle Chen Yushan, who taught him Chen-style taijiquan and Wudang Sword. Looking to further refine his skills, Jiang sought out Zhang Zhaodong, an esteemed master trained by Dong Haichuan (Baguazhang founder) and Guo Yunshen (Xingyiquan expert). Through his dedication and hard work, Jiang's contributions and innovations have been invaluable to the martial arts community. Lesson Summary: • Jiang Rongqiao is a renowned martial arts master known for his development of Jiang Style Baguazhang • This form of Neijia kung fu combines elements of Baguazhang and Xingyiquan to create effective and potent self-defense moves • His martial arts journey began with his father, who taught him Shaolin Kung Fu art of Mizongquan • Studied further under his uncle Chen Yushan, who taught him Chen-style taijiquan and Wudang Sword • Refined skills under Zhang Zhaodong, who was trained by Dong Haichuan and Guo Yunshen • His unbelievable dedication and lineage has contributed to the popularity and global use of Jiang Style Baguazhang