What you’ll learn

The complete Songshan Jiao Family Ba Duan Jin system, with its roots in Shaolin tradition
The traditional purpose of each of the eight movements, including how they are understood to work with the internal organs
TCM-based insights into the energy channels, meridians, and organ systems
Correct alignment, breathwork, and internal awareness for every posture
How to build strength, support circulation, and ease stress through gentle, holistic practice

About this course

Ba Duan Jin: The Eight-Section Brocade — A Living Heritage of China

For centuries, this revered practice has been used to cultivate vitality, calm the mind, and support health. Rooted in Shaolin tradition and passed down through generations of the Jiao family, Ba Duan Jin is a complete system for developing internal energy, balance, and well-being.

Whether you're looking to support your physical health, ease stress, or build greater inner strength, this course gives you the tools to work with your body's natural vitality through breath, movement, and awareness.

It transmits the Songshan Jiao Family Ba Duan Jin — a rare lineage bound to imperial scholarship, Chinese medicine, and Shaolin martial arts, and officially recognized as part of China's intangible cultural heritage. Master Jiao Hongmin guides you through each of the eight movements with demonstrations, full-form follow-alongs, and theory lessons that explain the purpose and internal mechanics behind every posture.

Every lesson is fully subtitled in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish, with a downloadable PDF guide for offline reference.

Course content

12 sections · 24 lessons · 1h 56min

An Introduction to Ba Duan Jin with Master Jiao Hongmin5:57

Ba Duan Jin Explained: Theory

The Wellness Benefits of Practicing Ba Duan Jin - PDF Download

1.1 Video Instruction: Holding Up the Sky with Both Hands to Regulate the Sanjiao: Step-by-Step Demonstration9:42

1.2 Theory Lesson: Understanding the Theory, Benefits, and TCM Principles of Holding Up the Sky

2.1 Video Instruction: Drawing the Bow to Shoot the Eagle: Step-by-Step Demonstration5:38

2.2 Theory Lesson: Understanding the Theory, Benefits, and TCM Principles of Drawing the Bow to Shoot the Eagle

3.1 Video Instruction: Holding Up One Arm to Regulate the Spleen and Stomach: Step-by-Step Demonstration6:37

3.2 Theory Lesson: Understanding the Theory, Benefits, and TCM Principles of Holding Up One Arm to Regulate the Spleen and Stomach

4.1 Video Instruction: Looking Back to Relieve the Five Strains and Seven Impairments: Step-by-Step Demonstration5:47

4.2 Theory Lesson: Understanding the Theory, Benefits, and TCM Principles of Looking Back to Relieve the Five Strains and Seven Impairments

5.1 Video Instruction: Clenching the Fists and Glare Fiercely to Build Strength: Step-by-Step Demonstration5:45

5.2 Theory Lesson: Understanding the Theory, Benefits, and TCM Principles of Clenching the Fists and Glare Fiercely to Build Strength

6.1 Video Instruction: Shaking the Head and Wagging the Tail to Extinguish Heart Fire: Step-by-Step Demonstration9:02

6.2: Theory Lesson: Understanding the Theory, Benefits, and TCM Principles of Shaking the Head and Wagging the Tail to Extinguish Heart Fire

7.1 Video Instruction: Clasping the Feet with Both Hands to Strengthen the Kidneys and Waist: Step-by-Step Demonstration5:08

7.2 Theory Lesson: Understanding the Theory, Benefits, and TCM Principles of Clasping the Feet with Both Hands to Strengthen the Kidneys and Waist

8.1 Video Instruction: Seven Bounces Behind the Back to Alleviate Sickness: Step-by-Step Demonstration5:33

8.2 Theory Lesson: Understanding the Theory, Benefits, and TCM Principles of Seven Bounces Behind the Back to Alleviate Sickness

9.1 Ba Duan Jin (Eight-Section Brocade): Full Form Follow-Along with Commentary14:11

9.2 Ba Duan Jin (Eight-Section Brocade): Full Form Follow-Along - Dynamic Side View14:11

10.1 Ba Duan Jin (Eight-Section Brocade): Standing Demonstration6:50

10.2 Ba Duan Jin (Eight-Section Brocade): Seated Demonstration5:23

11.1 Avoiding Common Mistakes: Essentials in Ba Duan Jin16:44

Your teacher

Jiao Hongmin

Principal of the Henan Shaolin Martial Arts School · Songshan, China

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Jiao Hongmin is the official lineage holder of the Songshan Jiao Family Ba Duan Jin, a system passed down through generations of scholar-physicians, martial artists, and healers whose ancestors compiled the official records of the Shaolin Temple over 300 years ago. A nationally recognized Cultural Heritage Representative for Ba Duan Jin in China and former Principal of the Henan Shaolin Martial Arts School, he has spent decades sharing this living lineage with students around the world.

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Frequently asked

$98 USD — a one-time payment for lifetime access.

Video demonstrations of all eight movements (standing and seated), theory lessons explaining the internal mechanics of each, correction tips, optional practice music, a downloadable PDF guide, multilingual subtitles, and all future updates.

None — beginners are welcome. The course suits Qi Gong practitioners deepening their energy work, martial artists, and anyone seeking to restore vitality, calm, and balance.

Yes — every lesson includes subtitles in five languages: English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.What devices can I use?

Stream on desktop, tablet, or phone, anytime.

Yes. As soon as your payment is processed, all lessons unlock immediately.

Ba Duan Jin: The Eight-Section Brocade