# Bagua Zhang

> Streaming video lessons for Bagua Zhang internal martial arts. (iPhone/iPad app by YMAA Publication Center, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bagua-zhang/id1508408803 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [YMAA Publication Center, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/891633332)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.67/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 34 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-04-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bagua-zhang/id1508408803/reviews.md

## What is Bagua Zhang?

Bagua Zhang Eight Trigrams Kung Fu by Liang, Shou-Yu, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming and Chenhan Yang (YMAA). Learn the most popular forms of Bagua with these streaming video lessons, including Eight Palms, Swimming Body, and Deer Hook Sword forms. This video app has three segments, each available with a separate In-App purchase. 

• Includes fundamental training such as qigong and circle walking.
• Beautiful forms from the lineage of Grandmaster Liang, Shou-Yu.

In China, Bagua Zhang (Eight Trigrams Palm) is categorized as an Internal Martial Art,, meaning the movements are applied with internal power (jing), using Qi (energy). Bagua emphasizes circular movement, employs both defensive and offensive strategies, and trains at all three fighting ranges - short, middle, and long.

Older internal arts can be traced back to Shaolin temple, including "Taiji Chang Quan" which existed in many variations, and eventually evolved into Taijiquan. Other forms of the same era such as "Heavenly-Inborn Style", "Nine Small Heavens", and "Acquired Kung Fu" also show similarities to what later became Taijiquan. The principles of softness, sticking, adhering, and using the opponent's own momentum against himself were established in these precursory martial styles. Bodhidharma's teaching at the Buddhist Shaolin Temple around 550AD, which detailed the theory of using the mind to lead the Qi to energize the physical body, is widely considered the origin of all Internal Martial Arts, including Tai Chi.
Grandmaster Liang's martial arts training begain at the age of 6 while living on Emei mountain, under the guidance of his famous grandfather in 1948. Grandmaster Liang then sought out other renowned masters and other styles from Shaolin and Wudang. In the early sixties, Grandmaster Liang began his study and research in the few major styles of Taiji such as Yang, Chen, Sun, and Wu style, Buddhist Esoteric Qigong, and Taoist Qigong. Grandmaster Liang has many times been a gold medalist in Wushu and Taiji competitions held in Sichuan province.  Grandmaster Liang lives and teaches in Vancouver, Canada.

Chenhan Yang is the President of SYL Wushu, Shou-Yu Liang Institute and has been a disciple of GM Liang since his teen years.
Thank you for downloading our app! We are striving to make the best possible video apps available.
Sincerely,
The team at YMAA Publication Center, Inc.
(Yang’s Martial Arts Association)

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## Key features

- Streaming video lessons
- Fundamental training (qigong, circle walking)
- Eight Palms form
- Swimming Body form
- Deer Hook Sword form
- Internal martial art principles

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Section 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Section 2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Section 3 | $9.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bagua-zhang/id1508408803/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Authentic and excellent instruction

*2025-07-07*

I have practiced Chinese and Japanese internal martial arts for over 30 years. This set of training materials is very good, and with patience and diligence, one can learn this beautiful version of Emei Bagua.  I returned to Bagua to address specifically the physical degradation a desk job has caused, and I am reaping excellent benefits already. As an app it’s very simple, and does not get in the was of the material.

### 5/5 — Wow! Hours of video, 3 IAPs

*2023-01-09*

This has three complete DVDs by GM Liang and top disciple Chenhan Yang, IAP $9.99 for each entire program, all videos. Much less that the $40 Dvd. Plus bonus content by Dr. Yang, rare Bagua qigong…Years worth of material to learn. 2023 update works perfect

### 1/5 — In-App Content Too Expensive

*2020-08-15*

There are 25 videos that you unlock by paying $9.99 each. It’s cheaper to buy the DVDs.

**Developer response:** Hello, Sorry for the misunderstanding. This app has three sections for $9.99 each, which unlocks the entire contents of a 2-3 hour long video lesson with multiple chapters. This is some of the most authentic Bagua training direct from the Emei Mountain lineage of Grandmaster Liang, Shou-Yu and we believe you'll find it is an excellent value. Each section is normally priced at $40 in DVD format. (So its 75% off for the app format)

## Frequently asked questions about Bagua Zhang

### What is Bagua Zhang?

Bagua Zhang, also known as Eight Trigrams Palm, is an internal martial art from China. It focuses on circular movements, internal power (jing), and the use of Qi (energy) for both offensive and defensive strategies.

### What types of forms are taught in Bagua Zhang?

Bagua Zhang teaches various forms including Eight Palms, Swimming Body, and Deer Hook Sword forms. It also includes fundamental training such as qigong and circle walking.

### How is Bagua Zhang content accessed?

The app is free to download and contains three segments. Each segment is available for purchase through in-app purchases, allowing users to selectively acquire the lessons they desire.

### Does Bagua Zhang have ads?

Yes, Bagua Zhang contains advertisements. As a free application with in-app purchases, it utilizes ads to support its availability.

### What devices support Bagua Zhang?

Bagua Zhang is supported on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed for iOS users who wish to learn martial arts on their mobile devices.

### How often is Bagua Zhang updated?

The latest version of Bagua Zhang is 1.0.1, which was last updated on January 16, 2023. Updates typically focus on improving app performance and content delivery.

### What is the age rating for Bagua Zhang?

Bagua Zhang has an age rating of 4+. This indicates that the content is generally suitable for users of all ages, with no mature themes.

### What is the user sentiment for Bagua Zhang?

Based on the available data, Bagua Zhang has a rating of 3.7 stars from 3 ratings. This suggests a generally positive but mixed user reception.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2023-01-16

App updated to the latest operating system, bugs fixed, crashes resolved. Please leave 5-star review to help launch this new app. Free sample videos. This app contains the entire video contents for a fraction of the price, with a single purchase per program. 

We ask for your optional email to contact you about app improvements and other YMAA.com news. You can click past the email request. This app is made directly from the author and publisher. Thanks for your support!

### 1.0 — 2020-04-21

No release notes.

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