Wonderful training experience and sense of community at Prana Dynamic’s Workshop in New York, in late September 2023.
I attended my first Prana Dynamics workshop in late September 2023, following the completion of the six-month Prana Dynamics Master Class earlier that year. Having enjoyed and greatly benefitted from the Prana Dynamics Master’s Class, I was very much looking forward to meeting Howard Wang and his senior student, Drew Henry, to personally work on the drills and concepts taught in the Master Program. My experience at the workshop was very positive. My training partner and I both had many opportunities to work with Howard and his more advanced students personally. I believe I was able to better understand the concepts and drills taught in the Master Class and improve my internal martial arts skills.
Howard is an open and generous teacher. Throughout the workshop, he took the time to work with all the participants one-on-one. He was patient and caring expressing a desire for everyone to acquire the material and improve. The workshop followed Howard’s systematic approach to teaching internal martial arts skills and self-development as shown in the Master Class. I am really appreciative of Howard’s method which intertwines the teaching of internal arts and life principles with physical drills that allow the practitioner to work on embodying or manifesting these principles and ways of being. Without a doubt, Howard can express these principles powerfully through his martial arts abilities and kind and open personality.
Drew Henry was also a generous and fun teacher and host. He has impressively managed to acquire an advanced level of internal skills in Prana Dynamics within a very short period of time. Drew made himself available to clarify questions and work on drills throughout the workshop and after hours. It was great to see the effectiveness of Howard’s teachings as expressed by Drew.
The workshop also had a great sense of community and everyone there seemed to focus on learning the Prana Dynamic’s system and helping each other to improve. It was my impression that Howard really valued this sense of community and made efforts to develop and maintain that experience. If Howard’s teachings grab your attention, I highly recommend attending the Master Class and going to Howard’s workshops in person. Your efforts will surely yield results as you follow the guidance of Howard and his instructors. You will also have access to a welcoming and positive community striving toward the same goals.
Testimonial by Christopher Gonzales
Appreciation for Howard Wang and Prana Dynamics
In his Prana Dynamics seminar, Howard Wang (Huai Hsiang Wang) taught principles of awareness that allowed participants to experience and access their own native primordial life-force energy (prana). Some of Howard’s senior students assisted him in helping seminar participants to experience and practice the techniques.
I first encountered Howard through his foundational six-month online Prana Dynamics course. In the online course, a prerequisite to attending the in-person seminar, Howard shared principles and techniques that I had not encountered before, or that I had not sufficiently understood from my other martial arts explorations and practice.
I attended the hands-on seminar with high expectations. The seminar fully exceeded them. The experience has transformed and elevated my understanding and practice of internal martial arts.
At the seminar, all the concepts Howard taught in the online course were on full display for rigorous self-validation. We put the principles of rooting, alignment, bypassing, inflation/deflation, and synchronization to the test. Using these principles, every student had the opportunity to validate their individual energy expression with other students.
Howard was also readily available to clarify any misconceptions. More importantly, Howard made himself accessible to correct and validate each student’s hands-on expression of the prana energy.
Students from many different martial arts disciplines experienced this. Practitioners’ various backgrounds included Tai Ji, Qi Gong, Gong Fu, Jujitsu, Aikido, Daito Ryu, and other martial arts.
As an Aikido practitioner, I felt Howard’s energy both as a feeder (the role of ‘uke’ in Aikido) and as the receiver (the role of ‘nage’ in Aikido).
This invaluable experience enabled me to entrain within my body the flowing sensation of the primordial magnetic energy. So, the experience has become a touchstone of validation, a reference point, if you will, that I now carry within me as a living, internal gauge for my own Prana Dynamics practice and internal martial arts evolution.
The flowing sensation of energy is prana. It is ‘aiki’. Call it what you will, it is the primordial energy that is native to each and every one of us. The practice enhances health as well as a person’s connection to his innate spirit and to others. And it is accessible through the practice of Prana Dynamics.
I highly recommend Howard Wang’s Prana Dynamics online course, followed by the hands-on seminar, for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding and practice of the internal arts.
My sincere gratitude and thanks to Howard, Greg, Drew, and all who attended.
Testimonial by Tim Mrazek
Testimonial from Tim Mrazek, a Prana Dynamics Master Program graduate and an attendee of the 2nd Taipei Prana Dynamics Seminar.
2nd Taipei Prana Dynamics Seminar Experience
I started the online Prana Dynamics program with Howard in January 2022. These past months have been transformative. Life is increasingly rich and meaningful, and I feel a deeper sense of empathy, peace and love.
After years along this journey, I now sense the veil being slowly lifted and a renewed sense of excitement, purpose, and meaning. I have entirely reworked my personal goals of self-development & discovery via the martial-spiritual path.
My first Prana Dynamics seminar was with the amazing Frank Markert in Munich in 2022. This summer in Taipei was my second in-person study since embarking on this internal journey. My experience as a participant was absolutely wonderful and it was a great joy to experience Howard’s instruction in person. There’s nothing like it!
The atmosphere was relaxed and cheerful and everyone encouraged each other. Howard’s very capable and energetically-sensitive teaching assistant, Greg, provided excellent feedback through direct partnership. Throughout the training, we received lots of patient, individualized support and clear guidance. The training helped clarify and consolidate some things I’m working on, and I already notice better results in my training.
I’m grateful for Howard’s teaching, and to be so warmly welcomed to the training group and later, to Howard’s own home. Howard refers to Prana Dynamics practitioners as a steadily growing ‘family’. While the journey must be within each of us, we are not alone.
My first visit to Taiwan was special—gorgeous scenery, delicious food and there was no end to the kindness and friendship extended to this visiting Canadian. I would have liked to stay longer in Taipei but was also eager to return home, inspired and committed to continue my practice!
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions on my personal experience in Prana Dynamics, the seminar experience, or for travel tips that might help you.
The images in the video won’t capture what we experienced, but I hope you will sense how beautiful Taipei is, and the joy present through learning and in forming new friendships through Prana Dynamics.
Peace,
Tim Mrazek (Regina, Canada)
Testimonial by Jason Dean
Testimonial from Jason Dean, a Prana Dynamics Master Program graduate and an attendee of the 2nd Taipei Prana Dynamics Seminar.
As a 30+ years veteran of Chinese martial arts, In 2021, I came across a video of Mr. Howard Wang sharing a demonstration and explanation of his internal skills, which he calls Prana Dynamics.
Although the results he seemed to be achieving appeared unlikely, every word Howard said in the video resonated deeply with me. I resolved to experiment with the Prana Dynamics approach to discover if the outcomes displayed could even be real.
In 2022 I joined the online Prana Dynamics masterclass program and was impressed with Howard’s thorough, open, and practical approach to sharing deep knowledge.
The structure of the bi-weekly masterclass course and the hand-held, step-by-step instruction to the development exercises made a very difficult-to-comprehend subject much more relatable and demonstrable.
By consistently following the precise training instructions, to my surprise, I witnessed myself becoming gradually more proficient in the Prana Dynamics approach to internal energy arts. Not only this, but I found the Prana Dynamics principles extending beneficially into every area of my life.
Having achieved some modest success with the methods, and with the masterclass (and its vast accompanying training resources) under my belt, I resolved to attend Howard’s 2nd Prana Dynamics seminar in Taiwan to deepen my understanding and proficiency of this incredible art form.
The seminar did not disappoint.
Seekers of knowledge from all corners of the world and from a host of martial disciplines converged in Taipei to enhance their knowledge and abilities. Each step of every exercise was explained in detail, with heartfelt humor, wit, and wisdom. Howard and his able apprentice, Greg, were very actively involved in personally assisting each participant to raise the bar of their experience and get real results.
Howard’s ability to identify energetic and mental blockages and, by clearing them, propel the practitioner toward proficiency is remarkable.
I was fortunate enough to be in a position to remain in Taiwan following the seminar and spent the next 6 days training at Howard’s home, where I was welcomed like a long-lost member of the family. These days were a deep immersion into the meaning, purpose, and practicalities of “martial arts”.
Indeed, to me, it felt a little like the funeral of martial arts and the birth of true spirituality and oneness, as described in all the classic texts.
Very many people talk about internal martial arts, very few can demonstrate what they are talking about and fewer still are willing or able to guide an aspirant into achieving any tangible results.
Howard is the rarest of these, able to demonstrate, explain, and guide the seeker on the internal journey of discovery and convert the intangible into the tangible and demonstrable.
If you are someone who is interested in developing yourself spiritually or have ever wondered what comes after martial arts, I highly recommend the Prana Dynamics Masterclass and seminars.
Howard can help open the door to new perspectives and abilities.
If one is capable of deflaming the mind and following the instructions and advice given, then what may be found behind that door is beyond words…
Thank you Howard, for your patience, your trust, and your extraordinary wisdom. I look forward to training with you again soon.
Your student,
Jason Dean
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Testimonial by Dominik Grunau
Dear Howard,
Unfortunately, our joint master class is now over, but of course, the journey continues. I want to thank you for the time so far and for everything you have given us. I have been interested in spirituality and martial arts since my early youth. However, styles and traditions were never important to me, only the essence. I always wanted to find the truth, about life and about myself. So, from the individual styles and systems, I only ever made the parts my own that helped me to create an overall picture.
Unfortunately, I never had a teacher that I could ask for advice on one point or another or that I could benefit from his experience. I searched a lot and was finally able to come across you and Prana Dynamics. Here I found everything I was looking for. You conveyed the essence of the inner dimensions to us in a detailed and precise manner, without detours or embellishments. Maybe too unspectacular or too inconspicuous for some, but just right for me. Your simplicity and naturalness immediately appealed to me. You don’t put yourself in the limelight artificially. Anyone who sees you on the street would not recognize the depth you have opened up within yourself.
It wasn’t necessarily your martial arts skills that you can demonstrate as spontaneously as we can breathe, but rather the conviction and clarity you radiate. And of course your sense of humor. How often did I have to laugh in the sessions!
Thank you that we were able to ask questions on any topic at any time and that you always answered them patiently, even outside of the session (via Facebook, email, etc). You took everyone seriously and I always felt picked up by you. Your teaching is so simple and at the same time so deep that I often found myself at a loss for words. What should I ask now? What did I not understand? Did I get it? It’s a matter of development and experimentation. “Rome wasn’t built in a day,” you said several times. That always took a lot of pressure off me. It’s not about perfection, it’s about staying tuned, evolvement.
But what I really enjoyed was the fact that I was able to find what I was always looking for with Prana Dynamics. The merging of martial arts and spirituality in its purest form. Basically without any form at all. I love the formless and it was like looking in the mirror. For me, Prana Dynamics is the end of my search. Now it’s just a matter of depth.
Surrendering my mind to universality is still a problem sometimes. But I know exactly what you were talking about. To quote Rupert Spira: “Consciousness projects the appearance of mind, body, and world by taking the form of thinking, sensing, and perceiving.” In the masterclass you take us beyond consciousness, to the ultimate truth, the ultimate being. This is what makes this program so special and so unique for me. The focus in everything is not on the development of any “supernatural” abilities, „The Magic“ as you call it, but on the realization of this inner truth.
In conclusion, I can only say that Prana Dynamics has greatly enriched my life and brought light to areas where before I could only poke around in the dark. The search is finally over and I can calmly devote myself to deepening my knowledge.
If someone also has the urge for spiritual development and at the same time wants to explore the secrets of martial arts, Prana Dynamics is the right place for you. I can only recommend it from my own experience.
With many thanks and best regards,
Dominik
Testimonial by Alex Straker
Hi Howard, Frank, Drew & Friends!
Firstly, on behalf of this group thank you to all our instructors and Howard in particular (Yoda in disguise) for dedicating your time to guide us in this most important inner pathway. Over time the worldwide Jedi council is sure to grow and bear amazing fruit.
I feel that the profound nature and wisdom contained within Howard’s teaching of these wonderful principles, and method of coaching us gradually into the ‘state’ is surely going to be marked in history as one of the pinnacle internal cultivation schools of this generation.
Drew Henry’s Seminar Testimonials
The best way to promote Prana Dynamics is through word-of-mouth referral.
Instead of self-promotion, testimonials from event participants are the direct accreditation to teaching quality.
I have certified Drew Henry from New York as my teaching assistant and the Prana Dynamics representative in the US. I am glad to hear that his first Prana Dynamics seminar was a big success based on the participant’s positive feedback and testimonials.
I am looking forward to the pleasure of further evolution of Prana Dynamics family in the US continent.
In peace
Testimonial by Brian McGarvey
A behind-the-scenes view of Howard’s latest Europe online class.
I feel so Fortunate and Blessed to be around and learn from Howard. Darshan is the Sanskrit word that comes to mind.
We get it through the online classes, but to be in his presence and experience his power firsthand, is paradigm-shifting.
If you are on the fence about coming to Taipei, take the leap. He exceeds any possible expectations.
I am so Grateful to have found Howard, for his teaching ability, Command of the English language, and motivation to aid our evolution.
Testimonial by Drew Henry
I recently had the privilege to attend Master Howard’s first-ever Taiwan Prana Dynamics Seminar.
The four-day seminar was filled with fun, learning, and laughter. It was truly a family atmosphere. Topics covered, inflation/ deflation, synchronization bypassing, and variations.
I have been a Prana Dynamics Master program member for over 3 years. This was the first encounter with Master Howard for all Master Program members, myself included. He exceeded All my expectations.
He possesses the ability to explain clearly the theories/ principles needed for internal evolution. Not only can he explain, he can demonstrate the internals on any participant/ student. Making the internals tangible, repeatable, and teachable.
Master Howard is able to diagnose when and where participants are stuck. He is able to guide you in the right state for energy conduction to make the magic happen.
The seminar was a huge success. Many friendships were made. There was a strong family atmosphere.
I was fortunate to stay in Taiwan an additional 7 days to train with Master Howard
at his home. During this time I was able to experience his immense knowledge, power, lethal abilities, kind heart, and loving nature. I was truly treated as family.
In my opinion, the success of the seminar was due to the structure of The Prana Dynamics Master program. After completing the Master program you are familiarized with the language Master Howard uses. The principles and concepts of internal rooting, alignment, inflation/deflation, bypassing, and synchronization. The Master program gives the knowledge needed to build a solid foundation for Internal and Spiritual evolution.
I equate the Master program as taking a University science course. The biweekly online classes are the lecture portion possessing all the theories, concepts and visual demonstration.
The seminars, workshops, private online and in-person lessons are the lab portion where you can experiment, validate and tangibly see the theories and principles work.
There are many seekers on the Internal and Spiritual journey. Master Howard possesses the knowledge and abilities to help guide you to your destination.
Thank You Master Howard for this opportunity and your teachings.
Your Student,
Drew Henry
Testimonial by Dr. Ortwin Lüers
It fills me with great gratitude to have participated in the Prana Dynamics Master Program. Master Huai Hsiang Wang, in short, Howard Wang, can online convey from the beginning the essential core of inner martial arts, martial arts in general.
His free approach of Prana Dynamics is the missing link between the traditional and hierarchical overloaded approach in the narcissistic martial arts scene and a liberating martial arts culture in which in a direct way, the unity between consciousness and energy / CHI in motion, is taught. Fundamentally friendly and patient, open to all questions,
Howard conveys the discovery of the authentic state in which the magic happens. His journey, as the son of a Grand Master, to break free from the traditional concept of combat, his own search for insight into what Inner Gong Fu can really mean, has been the inspiration for the development of Prana Dynamics.
In addition, the spiritual realm is a central approach in which an external attack of something is playfully transformed into nothing and becomes an internal but universal process.
For the spiritually interested, the essence of Chan / Zen and Non-Duality, free of any religion, is also inseparable from the direct experience of Prana Dynamics.
From my point of view, Prana Dynamics should be of interest to every martial arts adept, whether beginner or advanced, regardless of any tradition and degree, and can recommend this course and Prana Dynamics in general without reservation.
The recommendation is also valid for people with no previous martial arts experience. It would be nice if Prana Dynamics could also be taught to children and young people at some point.
As someone who has been in the martial arts field for more than 40 years, learning and teaching, I would like to thank Howard Wang and his advanced students and hope soon for a personal meeting to deepen the experience and learn more.