The eight stages of Fa Jin

SUMMARY OF FA JIN FROM A UNIVERSAL HEALING TAO PERSPECTIVE

The eight stages of Fa Jin can be summarized as follows:

1. Following an opponent or the chi

2. Using theopponent’s force to develop the yin aspect of Iron Shirt structure

3. Neutralization and transformation

4. Taking aim androtating using the Central Thrusting channel

5. Preparing thelegs and waist with Primordial Chi

6. Expanding thetan tien with Primordial Chi

7. Moving intoposition where the adept is vulnerable and expanding the rest of the body’sstructure

8. Release ofdischarge power—like a spark that initially shakes the back