DW204-05 Mastering Cheng Style Gao's Bagua Ziwu Yuanyang Yue & 64 Post-Heaven Palms Ge Guoliang 2DVD

Bagua Diagram Ziwu Yuanyang Yue are a pair of unique weapons in Bagua. It is  also named as Mandarin Duck Axes and Sun Moon QiangQun Knifes. Both axes are in  same size. Left is female; Right is male; Left is ying; Right is Yang. Clockwise  circling is Yang Men (gate); Counter Clockwise circling is Ying Men (gate).  Total has 8 Men (gates). 1 Men (gate) has 8 forms. Total 64 forms.

八卦掌主要通过八大掌式围圆走圈的锻炼，以达身捷步灵、培元固本、以转为变、以走为用之效。而八卦六十四式更强化其八卦掌之所用，训练和提高人体各部分的攻防能力，从而使八卦掌的技击效能得以充分的发挥和完善，是八卦套路中的精华和灵魂。  
后天八卦六十四式动作简练，刚柔相济，纵横矫变，直趟来回。每招每式都富含巧妙的攻防技巧和制胜能力。

The Soul of Combat and the Peak of Weaponry – An Exhaustive 2-DVD Guide to the 64 Combat Forms and the Iconic Mandarin Duck Axes.

This comprehensive 2-DVD set (DW204-05) represents the advanced combat syllabus of the Cheng Style Gao's Baguazhang system. Led by Lecturer Ge Guoliang, it covers the dual pillars of the lineage: the legendary Ziwu Yuanyang Yue (Mandarin Duck Axes) and the 64 Post-Heaven Palms (Hou Tian Ba Gua). Spanning over 135 minutes, this masterclass transitions from the fluid circularity of the palms to the lethal, close-quarter intricacies of the "Sun and Moon" blades.

Key Technical Pillars of the Ziwu Yuanyang Yue:

• The Logic of Yin and Yang: Master the unique geometry of the axes, where the left is female (Yin) and the right is male (Yang). Learn to navigate the 8 Gates through clockwise (Yang) and counter-clockwise (Yin) circling, totaling 64 sophisticated forms.
• Close-Quarter Domination: The axes are designed to hook, lock, stab, and parry simultaneously. Ge Guoliang demonstrates how to use the "Mandarin Duck" blades to neutralize longer weapons and overwhelm opponents at close range.

The 64 Post-Heaven Palms (The Soul of Gao Style):

• Direct Combat Application: Unlike the circular Pre-Heaven palms, the 64 Post-Heaven Forms are practiced in straight lines (linear). They are concise, powerful, and specifically designed for "Overcoming the Enemy."
• Hard and Soft Integration: Experience the "Toughness and Pliability" of Gao style. The routine emphasizes "Vertical and Horizontal Transformations," teaching you how to switch angles instantly to bypass an opponent's defense.
• Functional Power: These 64 moves are the essence of Bagua combat, focusing on improving the attacking and defensive capabilities of every part of the human body.

Product Specifications:

• Lecturer: Ge Guoliang (Expert in Cheng Style Gao's Baguazhang)
• Duration: 135 Minutes 36 Seconds (Deep-Dive 2-DVD Set)
• Format: High-Definition Digital Download (ISO)
• Language: Chinese (Mandarin)
• Subtitles: Chinese (Note: No English subtitles on this specific volume)

1. FAQ (Customer Insights)

• Q: Why are the Ziwu Yuanyang Yue called "Mandarin Duck Axes"?
  • A: They are called "Mandarin Ducks" because they are always used as an inseparable pair. As Master Ge explains, the left and right axes work in perfect synergy, mirroring the Yin-Yang duality of Bagua philosophy.
• Q: What is the relationship between the 64 Post-Heaven Palms and the axes?
  • A: Both share the same tactical DNA. The footwork and body mechanics used in the 64 Post-Heaven Palms provide the foundation for wielding the axes. The palms teach the "intent," while the axes provide the "lethal extension."
• Q: Is this 135-minute set suitable for advanced students?
  • A: Highly recommended. This is arguably the most content-rich volume in the Gao Style series, covering the "essence and soul" of the system's combat applications.