Bajiquan

Art

八極拳("Eight Extremes Fist")

Overview

Chinese martial art famous for explosive, short-range power and elbow strikes. Known as the 'bodyguard style' due to its adoption by Chinese military and security forces. Emphasizes close-quarters combat.

Country of Origin

China (Hebei)

Founded

— 18th century era

Also known as

Baji QuanPa Chi Chuan

Combat Effectiveness

Overall Combat Rating

7/10

History & Origin

Founder

Wu Zhong

Lineage & Key Figures

Lineage

Structure & Training

Signature Techniques

Tie Shan Kao (Iron Mountain Lean) — full-body shoulder/back slam using entire torso as a weapon; signature short-range entryChong Chui (Thrusting Punch) — short explosive straight punch delivered with whole-body shaking power (zhenjiao)Liu Da Kai (Six Grand Openings) — six core combat methods: Ding (butting), Bao (embracing), Ti (lifting), Dan (single), Kua (hip), and Chan (wrapping)Zhen Jiao (Stomping Foot) — explosive foot stamping that generates power from the ground up; accompanies most Baji strikesElbow Strikes (Zhou Fa) — Baji is famous for its extensive elbow striking methods at close range

Core Technique Classes

Tie Shan Kao (iron mountain lean)Elbow strikesShoulder strikesStomping kicksHip checks

Sub-Types

northern kung fu

Competition

Medical & Safety

Danger Rating

high/10

Sources & References

[1] Ma, Mingda. Research on Bajiquan History. Chinese Wushu Research Institute, 1990s. — link

[2] Green, Thomas A. Martial Arts of the World: An Encyclopedia. ABC-CLIO, 2001.

[3] Adam Hsu. The Martial Arts of Baji. (2006). ISBN: 978-1556436628

Primary Source

Liu Yun-Chiao (compiled); various translations. Bajiquan: The Art of the Eight Extremities. (1980).

Geography & Status

Status

Competitive SportActive

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