It is known as an art that is practiced by the unique techinique of “walking the circle” and students begin by walking 1000 steps in each direction, non-stop. The students requires extremely incredible mental and physical challenge that only comes with the actual practice. It is very strong and powerful to the five major organs and also requires great patience and excellent balance. The energy this produces has a spiriling effect on the body and creates enormous energy. Ba Gau has an uplifting effect on the mind and people often are more cheerful after practice. Improvement in balance, concentration, core strength and patience are some its major rewards.

The movement is basically circular and uses mostly horizontal strength and the open palm whilst maintaining focus on the centre of the circle or your opponent. This pattern also extends to double sword form, saber and other weapons with many variations. The quantity and complexity of Ba-Gau, coupled with the rigorous training, exercises both the mind and body extraordinarily.