THE EXPERIENCE

A place to practise.

Zhong Xuechao, known as Master Bing, teaches at Seven Star Academy in Qixinghe village, Yanchihe. Residential study combines daily practice sessions with seasonal seated meditation and occasional cultural classes. Adult stays are arranged separately from its summer camps for ages 8–16.

What you can practise

  • taiji
  • qigong
  • kung fu
  • Daoist seated meditation
  • calligraphy

Where you will stay

Private or shared bathroom room categories; meals included.

The host & location

The current contact page gives Qixinghe village and Ningxu Daoyuan. The older Five Dragon Temple contact page describes an earlier address.

Time & commitment

General residential training is priced by the day; confirm available dates and minimum stay. Separate 15- and 30-day summer camps are advertised for ages 8–16.

Joining from overseas

Overseas participants addressed. General training welcomes Chinese and international students by advance enquiry; the published summer kids' camp is specifically for ages 8–16.

Ask about English. Confirm instruction, translation and orientation for your specific programme.

DETAILS TO CLARIFY

  • Use the current Qixinghe/Ningxu Daoyuan address; the old Five Dragon Temple contact page uses the same contacts but a different location.
  • Do not apply the children's 15- and 30-day camp packages to adults.
  • Confirm English instruction, exact dates and Master Bing's presence.

Start a useful conversation.

Include your dates, nationality, language and previous experience when contacting the host.

  • Are you accepting overseas participants for my intended dates, and what is the full required length of stay?
  • Which sessions have English instruction or translation?
  • Where exactly will I sleep, and what are the room-sharing and meal arrangements?
  • What is the full daily schedule, total cost and cancellation policy?

THE EVIDENCE BEHIND THIS ENTRY

Read the original sources.

Reviewed 12 September 2026. The sources describe a residential programme; they do not confirm a place for your dates.

We have not visited or inspected this programme. Our summaries distinguish provider claims, historical notices and independent accounts. Read our research method.