Martial Arts Courses

The Qingping Sword is considered the epitome of Chinese Swordsmanship. To master the sword requires a system study of its foundation sword methods, then combine with cutting skills and body methods. This course covers the most important 16 foundation sword methods (of the 36 within Qingping Sword).

One of the most fundamental principles of metaphysics is the foundation from the Yijing (I Ching), or Classic of Changes. This ancient classic, underlies and is the inspiration for much of Chinese cultural practice. Whether in medicine, metaphysics, divination, geomancy, geography, construction, internal cultivation, etc it can all be related to the Yijing.

The Bagua Hunyun Gong, are a series of Qigong exercises developed by M. Lu Zijian. Its practice includes internal and external practices. Lu Zijian (1893-2012) was well known for his Longevity, as well as high achievements in internal martial arts, Daoist alchemy & Qigong, and Traditional Chinese Medicine.

This course will include the complete Bagua Hunyun Gong practice.

This course introduces beginners to the foundational theory, forms, and internal principles of Bajiquan. While the external movement appears straightforward, internal alignment, structure, and explosive force generation are central. Students will be introduced to the stepping, stance work, explosive strikes, and the early phase of Liu Da Kai practice, culminating in the Xiaojia Set.

Course by: https://kaimenbaji.com (Singapore Kaimen Bajiquan)

Step into the timeless world of Chinese Medicine with our immersive course,"The Five Elements in Practice: Foundations of Holistic Health” Rooted in ancient wisdom, this journey offers a practical and enlightening exploration of the Five Elements—Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth—as powerful keys to restoring balance and enhancing well-being. Through clear and accessible instruction, you'll learn how these elements relate to the body’s organs, emotions, and symptoms.

This 10-week foundational course introduces the essential physical and structural training required for martial arts at the Taiping Institute. Drawing from core principles and traditional maxims, the course emphasizes stances, kicking forms, stepping transitions, striking techniques, physical conditioning, and mental discipline. Students are expected to demonstrate these foundational skills annually for the first five years of training. This consistent practice lays the groundwork for all system-specific martial arts development.

The interchanging (Yin/Yang) and Suoshou (Interlocking) staff are the specialised techniques from Li County, Hebei Province. The techniques are used in to neutralise and control the opponent's offensive capability, such as their weapon-wielding arm, wrist, or their own staff. Create an opening, and seamlessly transitioning into a counter-strike, attack or disarm.

Learn the essence of Jingang Quan, one of the powerful combat systems from the Heavenly Order Rebellion of 1813, Tianli Jiao (天理教).

Discover the ancient roots of Chinese martial arts. Liu Tang Gen, the "Six Hall Foundations," is the revered Mother-son system from which styles like Bafan Quan, Chuojiao, Eagle Claw etc evolved. Praised in Ming Dynasty military texts, our course unlocks its core principles: using structure to overcome strength, closing the gate to defend, and striking with devastating efficiency.

Wuji Yuan Gong (无极元功) is the cultivation practice of primordial, undifferentiated source energy. With a foundation of unconditional love, the movements offer specific healing and health cultivation gifts of our ancient heart, limitless energy and grace, based in our love for all living beings and nature.

Xingyi Quan is known as one of the most revered martial arts in China, its effectiveness is based on external simplicity but internal power development. The Five Phases or elements are the essence of the style.

Discover Zimen Quan (字门拳)—a refined, intelligent martial art perfect for beginners of all ages and physical abilities. Emphasizing softness, agility, and strategic use of tendon strength over brute force.