Bruce Frantzis is a renowned Taoist master, qigong and tai chi expert, and lineage holder in several Chinese internal arts. Born in 1949 in the United States, he began martial arts training in his youth before traveling extensively throughout Asia in the 1970s and 80s to study under revered masters. His most influential teacher was Liu Hung Chieh, a Taoist sage in Beijing who passed on rare energy arts, including Water Method Taoist Neigong and Dragon and Tiger Qigong.
Frantzis became one of the few Westerners to hold authentic lineages in Baguazhang, Tai Chi Chuan, Hsing-I Chuan, and medical qigong. After decades of training in China, he returned to the West, founding Energy Arts to teach these systems with an emphasis on health, healing, and spiritual development. A prolific author, his books—such as The Power of Internal Martial Arts and Opening the Energy Gates of Your Body—have made Taoist practices accessible worldwide.
Recognized for his deep knowledge and practical teaching style, Frantzis continues to train instructors and students globally, preserving ancient traditions while adapting them for modern life.