DAOI Talks (39): Cheng style Ba Gua w/ Dave Meikle  🇨🇦

Dave Meikle is a respected Bagua Master with a deep-rooted passion for martial arts. His journey began in childhood, exploring various disciplines such as Shaolin Kungfu, Taiji Quan under Dr. Yuan Shaoliang, Wing Chun, Hapkido, Aikido, and Wrestling. In the mid-1990s, Dave’s martial arts path took a significant turn when he met Bagua Master Yang Guotai. Embracing the profound depth of Bagua, he dedicated himself to rigorous training, often practicing up to 16 hours a day. Acknowledging his dedication and skill, Master Yang bestowed upon him the title of Shifu in 2000, enabling him to begin teaching. In 2009, he was honored with the prestigious title of Bagua Master. Dave has since shared his expertise internationally, teaching classes in Canada, the USA, and China, profoundly impacting his students and continuing to advance the practice of Bagua worldwide.