Zhong Xin Dao - I Liq Chuan
Paris
Next workshops:
12 & 13 April 2025 - Hsin Chin: Internal and External Circle
13 & 14 Sep 2025 - Sam Chin: The Spinning Force of Coordination
Zhong Xin Dao Paris is a non-profit association dedicated to sharing the art of I Liq Chuan (literally translated as Mental-Physical Martial Art). The art cultivates consciousness based on Tai Chi and Chan (Zen) principles of non-assertion, non-resistance, harmony of yin and yang, oneness and the present moment. The art is also known as “The Martial Art of Awareness”.
Zhong Xin Dao is the name of the training process developed by Grandmaster Sam Chin; the literal translation is Zhong – 中 – Center, Xin – 心 – Heart, and Dao – 道 – Path. As a system of Kung Fu, Zhong Xin Dao I Liq Chuan emphasizes the development of internal power through mental attitude and awareness. The training develops sticking and merging abilities, circular spiral energy, Chin Na, F’a Jing, Chi Kung (qigong), and most importantly, integration of the mind’s awareness in the present moment.
Weekly classes are in English, with french translation when needed.
The latest schedule, cancellations, and extra classes are listed on our Google Galendar.
You can attend 2 free classes in September or January, and signup then.
Everyone is welcome, no previous experience is needed.
No special clothes are needed, just make sure you can move comfortably, and make sure to dress appropriately for the weather: we train outside and we do some standing meditation (under some shelter if it rains).
If you have any trouble finding us, call or send Lucas a SMS/WhatsApp/Signal/Telegram on (+33) 06 48 13 61 24.
Weekday Lunchtime class location: just outside the Cafe of Fondation Pernod Ricard, 2 Cr Paul Ricard, 75008 Paris.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays: 12:30-13:30
We train outside in front of the cafe, but there is some cover if it rains or snows.
Weekend Afternoon class location: under the kiosk at Park Stalingrad in Pantin.
Saturday: 14:30-15:30
Nearest Metro: Hoche, Line 5
Registering for classes
The first 2 hours of classes are free for you to get a sense of the training - you can just turn up and try a class in September or January.
Please signup in September of January by sending a message and payment to the association (or to me, Lucas, the instructor)
Training Fees
You can pay 10 EUR/hour, after your first 2 hours of free training.
You can buy a block of 16 classes in advance for120 EUR (7.5 EUR/hour) ~ 1 hour/week for 3 months.
You can buy a block of 48 classes in advance for 240 EUR (5 EUR/hour) ~ 1 hour/week for a year.
Once you have paid to attend a total of 50 hours of training (e.g. 2 free classes and a single block of 48 classes), you will be registered member of the global I Liq Chuan organization, and you will have your next grading (up to student level 3) fee included. This will allow you to:
Access to the ILC video library.
Access to online Zoom training with Grandmaster Sam Chin and senior instructors (Saturdays at 8pm), see the ILC headquarters website for the schedule (under Members > Zoom Sessions).
Take a grading: these are detailed reviews by licensed instructors who help you see the key reference points for training, provide extensive feedback, and assess your level in the ILC training system.
You also get discounts at ILC workshops (typically 20 EUR per workshop, and we typically organise 3 or 4 per year in Paris).
Instructor: Lucas Dixon (Student level 6, Instructor level 2).
Email Contact: lucas.dixon@iliqchuan.com
To get email announcements about forthcoming workshops, join our google email group.
We have a WhatsApp group for last minute class changes and weekly updates. Message Lucas if you'd like to be added.
Annual General Meeting and Party: Every year we have an association general meeting, and a meal together. It's organized and shared on the WhatsApp group.
To learn more, call or send Lucas a SMS/WhatsApp/Signal/Telegram on (+33) 06 48 13 61 24.
Invited Seminars: throughout the year we are fortunate to have invited seminars from Instructors including Joshua Craig, Hsin Chin and Grandmaster Sam Chin. Follow our Facebook page or join Google email group to get announcements (about once every 3 months).