Welcome to Peaceable Dragon

Classes in Yoga, Qigong (Chi Kung), Taijiquan (Tai Chi) and Aikido, meditation, and other internal arts are offered in Northern Virginia, Maryland, Washington D.C. and Pennsylvania. Peaceable Dragon is a consortium of instructors and students of the internal arts who seek to further develop and enhance their physical, emotional and spiritual condition. Workshops with leading masters are held several times each year. Students of every level of expertise will find a community of learners in over 50 classes per week. Peaceable Dragon is registered in Virginia as a non-profit corporation.

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An ancient Chinese internal art for better health, mental clarity, balanced emotions and improved physical and spiritual strength.

A meditation in motion with marital applications that strengthen and balance the body while enhancing the soul.

The ancient Indian art of unifying mind, body and spirit enhancing health and promoting wisdom.

Sometimes called "The Way of Harmony", Aikido is a Japanese martial art which redirects an attacker's own force against him.

News & Updates:

Researchers Study Benefits of Taijiquan

February 13th, 2010 by Paul Rischard

This reprint from Harvard Magazine surveys the growth and benefits of this ancient art for both mind and body.  Catherine Kerr, an instructor at Harvard Medical School describes the experience of practicing taijiquan (tai chi) as having stronger legs, being more alert, more focused, and more relaxed.  It improves her mood all around.  To read […]

Harvard Health Journal Describes Taijiquan Benefits for Women

February 12th, 2010 by Paul Rischard

Harvard Health has given an overview of the art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi) and its particular benefits for women.  It is an excellent read for all that shows how taiji can reduce the negative effects of aging and provide a beneficial activity that can be practiced for the rest of ones life. To download the […]

Mayo Clinic Reports Benefits of Yoga, Tai Chi and Qigong

December 2nd, 2009 by Paul Rischard

A recent report from the Mayo Clinic goes into considerable depth on the benefits of these internal arts.   Find the article from this link http://www.mayoclinic.org/news2009-mchi/5492.html

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