The release of unnecessary tension. Power moves freely only through a body that has learned to let go.
Centred over the base — rooted and mobile at once. Never committed, always available to respond.
Mind leads, body follows. Direction is set within before force is ever expressed without.
Flying Tiger trains an internal lineage seldom taught outside its family of practitioners. We map how force is received, redirected, and funneled through relaxation, geometry and intent rather than muscular strength.
Every movement is a hypothesis about the body: where it roots, where it yields, and how intention travels from centre to contact to generate true power.
Through stillness we grow the frame and quiet the nervous system before a single step is taken.
The state is carried into motion — slow, connected forms that keep relaxation under load.
Listening through contact. Two bodies test whether the structure holds when intention meets resistance.
Flying Tiger was first introduced to the West in 1973, and has since been preserved by a small circle of dedicated practitioners.
Beneath its simplicity lies a sophisticated internal system — one that rewards patience, exploration, and curiosity. We gather as training partners, sharing insights gained through decades of practice while continuing to deepen our own understanding through continued practice and learning.
Our vision is to help others discover the art and support the growth of future Flying Tiger study groups.
Sessions are small and informal, with coaches teaching Flying Tiger the same way they learned — directly, patiently, one-on-one. Beginners are welcome; the internal journey starts on day one.
What Flying Tiger is, how it's taught, and who it's for — a few things people ask before they begin.
Still curious? Email us →Flying Tiger is a traditional internal martial art centered on balance, structure, relaxation, and the intelligent use of force. Beneath its simple appearance lies a sophisticated system that can be explored and refined for a lifetime.
Flying Tiger emphasizes efficiency over strength, sensitivity over force, and internal over external. Its unique design combines linear, circular, and spiraling movement into a cohesive internal system.
Yes. Flying Tiger is considered an internal art, sharing certain principles with arts such as Xingyi, Bagua, and Tai Chi while maintaining its own distinct methods, training, and approach.
Internal martial arts are systems that emphasize relaxation, structure, balance, awareness, and the efficient use of force rather than relying primarily on muscular strength or speed. Through consistent practice, practitioners learn to develop power from the body's alignment, coordination, and intent, creating movement that is both effortless and effective.
No. Beginners are welcome. The system follows a logical progression and can be practiced by individuals of varying ages, backgrounds, and experience levels.
Yes. If you have previous experience in other arts, the practice of Flying Tiger can add new layers to your training that often show noticeable benefits across other disciplines.
No. While it is a highly effective and was in fact used to guard high-level officials in both ancient china and modern day Hong Kong, many practitioners are drawn to its deeper benefits, including improved balance, body awareness, focus, stress reduction, and personal development.
The goal is not simply to learn techniques, but to develop a deeper understanding of movement, force, and oneself. Over time, practitioners cultivate greater skill, confidence, awareness, and ease in both training and daily life.
Training combines solo practice, partner exercises, standing meditation, forms, sensitivity training, theory, strategy, and practical application. Both the external movements and internal principles are developed progressively over time.
Many aspects of the system can be learned online. However, certain internal skills and sensations are best developed through hands-on training and direct guidance from experienced practitioners.
We operate as a community of dedicated practitioners who learn together, share insights, and support one another's growth. The atmosphere is collaborative, respectful, and focused on genuine understanding rather than competition.
Flying Tiger has been quietly preserved by a small community of practitioners since its introduction to the West in 1973. Our vision is to help preserve the art, support future study groups, and make this unique system available to those who are called to explore it.
