Nathan Brine – Taoist Alchemy Level 1: Foundation

Nathan Brine’s “Taoist Alchemy Level 1: Foundation” is an introductory course to Taoist alchemy, focusing on the fundamental principles and practices of this ancient Chinese spiritual tradition. The program covers core concepts of Taoist philosophy, energy cultivation, and alchemical techniques designed to enhance personal growth and well-being. Participants learn foundational practices for balancing energy, developing inner awareness, and achieving harmony with natural forces, laying the groundwork for more advanced Taoist alchemical studies.

Nathan began Taoist practice in 1997, immersing himself in Taoist temple arts, martial arts, meditation, internal work (neigong), energy work (qigong), and internal alchemy. For several years Nathan lived in China and trained full-time with a number of masters, as well as learning Mandarin Chinese. Afterwards, Nathan returned to Canada to pursue academic study of Taoism, where he received an honours degree in Asian Languages and Culture and worked towards an MA at the University of British Columbia, extending his knowledge of Classical Chinese and the Taoist canon. After meeting Wang Liping, Nathan left graduate school and devoted himself wholly to learning Taoist alchemy. In 2015 Wang Liping authorized Nathan to teach and write a series of books detailing Dragon Gate alchemy.