Dragon Phoenix Institute of Cheng Baguazhang & Chen Taijiquan
Preserving rare internal martial arts lineages through structured training, direct instruction, and modern access for serious students.
Rare Internal Kung Fu. Preserved. Taught. Passed On.
Dragon Phoenix is dedicated to preserving and teaching Cheng Baguazhang, Chen Taijiquan, Xingyiquan, and traditional internal martial arts through a complete curriculum of forms, applications, weapons, theory, and teacher development.
A Serious School for Serious Internal Martial Arts
Dragon Phoenix is more than a local martial arts school. We are a training center dedicated to the preservation, study, and transmission of rare internal martial arts lineages, including Cheng Baguazhang, Baguazhang, Chen Taijiquan, Xingyiquan, and traditional Daoist Philosophy.
Our work is rooted in structured curriculum, direct instruction, long-term student development, and respect for the generations of teachers who preserved these arts before us. Whether students train in person or through our Online Academy, our goal is to provide a clear path for developing real skill while helping carry these traditions forward.
Cheng Baguazhang
Circle walking, spiraling body mechanics, throwing methods, palm changes, weapons, combat application.
Chen Taijiquan
Silk reeling, fajin, Laojia, martial structure, push hands, weapons, applications.
Xingyiquan
Direct power, five elements, entering methods.
Daoist Internal Training
Qigong, standing practice, breath, intention, and long-term body transformation.
A Complete Path from Beginner to Advanced Study
Why Students Seek Out Dragon Phoenix
One of the few U.S. schools teaching structured Cheng Baguazhang.
Full internal arts curriculum.
Online access for distance students.
Direct correction and supervision.
Application-based training, not just forms.
Clear standards for rank, certification, and teacher development.
Best for distance students who want structured training and direct feedback.
How to Study with Dragon Phoenix
Best for students near Asheville who want weekly hands-on training.
Best for serious students, instructors, or visitors who want focused instruction over one or more days.
Begin Your Training
Whether you are new to internal martial arts or searching for authentic Cheng Baguazhang and Chen Taijiquan instruction, Dragon Phoenix offers a structured path for serious long-term study.