Hua Jin Online Learning Program
The Hua Jin Online Learning Program is a world-class online learning program, through which you can learn the Chinese martial arts systems of Xingyi Quan and Bagua Zhang in a complete and authentic manner.
Launched in 2020, the Hua Jin Online Learning Program is the premier distance learning program offering the authentic systems of Hebei Xingyi Quan and Liang style Bagua Zhang as presented by a legitimate lineage holder.
“As a busy, older learner I was looking for a quality, authentic experience that would fit my schedule and Byron’s program delivers. The Hua Jin program doesn’t cut any corners: content quality is extremely high and the personalized video feedback from a passionate, dedicated and professional instructor like Byron is invaluable. If you’re a fan of these arts, give the Hua Jin program serious consideration. I doubt you’ll find a better program on the internet.”
“As soon as I saw one of Byron’s primer videos online, I knew immediately that he was the teacher I had been looking for. His attention to detail regarding body position and mechanics is beyond anything I have encountered and he gives you the opportunity to bring your practice to the artful level that I believe it should be. Not only that, but he has an incredible connection to the lineage of the art and is very immersed in the history and evolution into its modern form. The online format fits perfectly with my busy schedule and allows me access to this awesome art form with the flexibility to move at my own pace. Highly recommended!!!”
The arts of Xingyi Quan and Bagua Zhang, which are generally classified as powerful internal styles of Chinese martial arts, offer multifaceted benefits including practical combat and self defense function, improved health and physical fitness, cultural learning, personal development in both mind and body with improved focus and cognition and much more.
The program features professionally produced in-depth lesson videos shot in 4K ultra-high-definition resolution. Instant access to a library of over 120 lesson videos with new lessons added weekly.
The Xingyi Quan and Bagua Zhang curriculum includes:
Gongfa skill building practices
Training drills
Partner drills
Theory lectures
The ability to submit monthly progress videos and receive personal feedback in video format
Access to one-on-one lessons at discounted rates
Neigong (Qigong)
Classical forms/routines
Applications
Traditional weapons
Supplementary learning materials and student handbooks
Exclusive Hua Jin Discord channel access
and much more!
“I have been a Bagua Zhang practitioner for 10 years. As I now enter into my second year of the Hua Jin program I’m gaining new insight and understanding of my own practice as well as new found techniques, forms, and body mechanics. The teachings are delivered in a clear and precise manner, with tons of new content dropping all the time. No fluff just training! ”
“I have been a Hua Jin member for approximately 2 years and thoroughly appreciate all aspects of the program. The fact that Byron’s understanding of the language, culture and the arts themselves is so pervasive, it adds depth to the learning beyond just the martial techniques. I highly recommend it to anyone interested as the videos are clear, professional and very detailed; also you get regular personal feedback.”
“What you see in the Mu Shin YouTube channel is what you ‘ll get! I have only been learning Xingyi in the Hua Jin program for one year now, but little by little with definite and precise instructions from Byron Laoshi ‘s videos and monthly feedback, my body starts to express an early form of whole-body power. I definitely would suggest it to anyone that has no access to a good teacher! Powerful Xing Yi is what you’ll get!”
“I had some basic experience in Xingyiquan and Baguazhang beforehand but what I got taught back then was very Neigong (often but falsely called Qigong) focused. Byron’s Hua Jin program is quite a contrast to what I’ve seen and done before. It taught me that the word “martial” in the so called “internal martial arts” should be emphasised to be effective and actually do something for you. Byron shows you in a very direct and traditional manner how real skill is not based on esoteric concepts of some ominous “energy cultivation” but involves proper body mechanics and muscles and sweating if you really want to go for it. A big extra for me—besides solid advice for your personal training process: Byron will answer every question you always wanted to ask about “Kung Fu” or Chinese Culture in general!”
I'm Byron Jacobs, I have created this program with the goal of giving people from all over the world the opportunity and ability to learn the arts of Xingyi Quan and Bagua Zhang in a comprehensive and effective manner. I have utilized my extensive experience in both studying and training the arts at the source in China, as well as my technical background as an international instructor and technician to compile a highly detailed course that is delivered in the most effective manner possible.
The program which I have compiled utilizes the best technology we have today coupled with attention to detail, which results in a program that is as effective as learning in person. My deepest desire is to present the knowledge that my teacher (Shifu) Di Guoyong handed to me, in a manner that does justice to the deeply refined knowledge on these arts that he has. I am confident that the Hua Jin Online Learning Program delivers in all these aspects. I hope the study and practice of the traditional arts of Xingyi Quan and Bagua Zhang are as rewarding for you as they have been for me.
FAQ
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You can watch lessons on a PC or Mac through a normal web browser, or on a mobile device / tablet through the official Patreon app. The above can be cast to a TV or monitor as well.
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Yes, anywhere where the internet is freely available, you can access course content through a computer or mobile device/tablet.
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Self-paced. You learn and progress at a rate that is most suitable for you. The lessons are released sequentially, but all previous lessons are available in the library at any time.
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You have the option to send in progress videos on a monthly basis and receive personalized feedback. This will help you monitor your progress and improve on areas that need attention.
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We are currently planning and will be rolling out certification in the future. You will be able to participate in module examinations from anywhere in the world and receive certification for successful completion.
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No. Should you join on a month-to-month basis, you are able to cancel during any month and you will not be charged the following month. Additionally, we have an annual membership option at a discounted rate, and during any particular year you are free to cancel prior to the next years charge without any strings attached.