Abstract: Using the methods of literature, questionnaire survey, interviews and statistical analysis, the paper researches the current inheritance situation of the Guozhuang dance of the Zang and Qiang nationalities from the policy system, inheritance paths, younsters’ recognition and particitpation, with the result showing that great changes have taken place in minority nationalities’ life because of social changes and rapid economc development. Modern mainstream sports culture has put Guozhuang into a predicament in terms of its inheritance. In order to better inherit and develop the ancient musical culture of Guozhuang, the paper, based on Bourdieu's field theory, establishes the trinity field of Guozhuang inheritance composed of community families, school sports, competition and performance, which will enable the dance to perform its three functions of fitness and entertainment, ethnic education and social integration.

Key words: Zang-Qiang Guozhuang, inheritance, the status quo, predicament, inheritance field