The Damo Mitchell Podcast

The Damo Mitchell Podcast


DMP #44 - Principles of Baguazhang

June 28, 2024

A podcast (as requested) on the topic of Baguazhang and the underlying principles of the system. Damo Mitchell discusses the similarities and differences between Baguazhang and Taijiquan. Further discussion then looks at the following principles of Baguazhang training:


- Yi and Qi

- The Baguazhang body

- Static postures

- Circle walking

- Common errors


The discussion covers the theory of developing the body prior to learning any of the forms of palm-changes which are usually what is demonstrated and what most people know as Baguazhgang.