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Liuhebafa 六合八法拳
ChinaEast AsiaInternal / HealthChinese InternalShaolin legend
'Six Harmonies, Eight Methods', sometimes called Water Boxing. Combines features of tai chi, xingyi and bagua into long flowing forms.
Key characteristics
- Six harmonies + eight methods
- Wave-like whole-body power
Forms & curriculum
- Zhu Ji (Foundation) form
- Lohan subduing dragon
What training looks like
Training usually begins with standing posture (zhan zhuang), breathing and slow solo forms. Partner drills such as push hands come later, followed by applications and weapons. Progress shows up as relaxation, root and coordination rather than belts.
Questions to ask a school
- Is the teacher's lineage clear, and are they open about it?
- Can you watch or try a class first?
- Are seated or adapted options offered?
- How is class time split between forms, standing and partner work?
Quick facts
| Origin | China |
|---|---|
| Era / founder | Attributed to Chen Tuan (Song dynasty); public from 1930s – Wu Yihui |
| Family | Chinese Internal |
| Type | Internal / Health |
Related philosophy
- Six Harmonies (Liu He) 六合 – Three internal (heart–intent, intent–qi, qi–force) and three external (hands–feet, elbows–knees, shoulders–hips).
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