Exploring our internal martial art systems

At Golden Thread Internal School (金線內家館), we offer a range of internal martial art systems. Discover the unique benefits of each and find the perfect fit for your goals and experience level. Join us and delve into the depths of internal strength and well-being.

Our systems

We offer a variety of specialized internal martial art systems. Each system cultivates unique skills and offers specific benefits for physical and mental well-being. Explore our offerings below to find the system that aligns with your aspirations.

Yang taiji-quan

Yang Taijiquan is a graceful and flowing system ideal for beginners and experienced martial artists alike. It promotes balance, coordination, and internal energy cultivation.

Bagua zhang

Bagua Zhang, or Eight Diagram Palm, is a dynamic and circular system focusing on agility, evasiveness, and powerful palm strikes. A more advanced system for students with prior martial arts experience.

“Grandmaster Chen Tuan lived to be 118 years old and was good friends with Lü Dongbin, one of the Eight Immortals! – Daily Headlines”

Liu he ba fa

Liu He Ba Fa, or Six Harmonies, Eight Methods, is a rare and sophisticated system blending elements of Taijiquan, Xingyiquan, and Baguazhang. For dedicated students seeking a comprehensive approach.

陳摶 (Chen Tuán) also known as 陳希夷 (Chen Xiyi)

  • Lived 871–989 A.D., Late Tang → Song Dynasty Daoist sage

  • Known for:

    • Internal cultivation methods

    • Sleeping meditation (臥功 “sleep gong”)

    • Wuji breathing / embryonic breathing

    • Esoteric Yi Jing (易學) charts

    • The text 《心相篇》 (Heart-Mind Treatise)

He is associated with:

  • Huashan (Mount Hua) Daoist lineages

  • Transmission of Wuji → Taiji cosmology

  • Foundations of internal alchemy (內丹)

LIU HE BA FA — 六合八法拳

Water Boxing — Six Harmonies • Eight Methods

A Taoist internal art based on Mind → Intent → Qi → Spirit → Movement → Emptiness.

Known as Water Boxing (水拳 Shuǐ Quán) because movement adapts and changes like water.

Training develops:

  • Spiraling internal force (纏絲勁 chán sī jìn)

  • Borrowing and returning force

  • Hidden striking, throws, and joint manipulation

Contains 96 internal movements, integrating elements of Taiji, Bagua, and Xingyi —
yet remains a complete, independent system.

Water adapts. Water yields. Water destroys.

XINGYIQUAN — 形意拳

Five Elements Boxing — Internal Striking
(Private | Invitation Only)

Straightforward, direct, and explosive.

  • Whole-body power through alignment

  • Forward penetration

  • Five Element striking method (五行拳 Wǔ Xíng Quán)

Because of its intensity and speed of internal power development,
Xingyi is taught privately — invitation only.

Find the system that resonates with you

Whether you are looking to improve your health, learn self-defense, or deepen your understanding of internal energy, Golden Thread Internal School (金線內家館) has a system to suit your needs. Explore the unique benefits of Yang Taijiquan, Bagua Zhang, and Liu He Ba Fa and begin your journey today.

Yang Taiji-Quan details

TAIJIQUAN — 太極拳

Yang Family Internal Method — Structure → Root → Power

Taijiquan develops whole-body connection and refined internal force (勁 jin).
Training emphasizes:

  • Rooting and balance

  • Spiraling energy from the dantian

  • Listening skill (聽勁 tīng jìn) to neutralize force

Students learn to move with relaxed strength —
soft externally, steel internally.

Yang Taijiquan is characterized by its slow, deliberate movements performed in a relaxed and mindful manner. Ideal for beginners or those seeking health benefits. Students will learn the traditional Yang style long form, push hands, and applications.

Taijiquan trains the body, refines the breath, and reveals the mind.

Discover Bagua-Zhang

BAGUAZHANG — 八卦掌

Yin Fu (尹福) Lineage & Ma Gui (馬貴) Lineage

Baguazhang specializes in circular footwork, evasion, and internal striking.

Yin Fu Style — 尹福系統
Straight • Fast • Fierce

  • Linear entry, short power

  • Rapid striking and control

Ma Gui Style — 馬貴系統
Rooted • Heavy • Coiling

  • Sinking force and heavy stepping

  • Crushing structure and balance

Yin Fu is sharp like a blade.
Ma Gui is heavy like a hammer.

Together, they create an evasive yet devastating internal fighting system.

Bagua Zhang training involves walking the circle, palm changes, and various fighting applications. Ideal students are those seeking a physically demanding practice to develop agility, power, and adaptability in combat. Instruction includes various palm changes and weapons forms.

Louis Diaz Ali El, Shifu demonstrating Rooster one of the palms out of the Yin Fu Bagua System