INNER GATE:
The Orthodox System of Ngo Cho Kun
330 full-color pages by Mark V. Wiley
“Dr. Mark Wiley’s scholarship, publications, and devotion have established him as a central figure in ensuring the continuity and global understanding of this traditional martial art for future generations.”
— International Wuzuquan Association of Quanzhou, China
Inner Gate: The Orthodox System of Ngo Cho Kun is a monumental work of preservation and pedagogy—representing a lifetime of study, research, and reflection. More than a technical manual, it stands as a living record of Chua Giok Beng’s orthodox transmission—an “Inner Gate” once reserved for trusted disciples, now carefully opened to sincere readers and practitioners worldwide.
Wiley bridges historical scholarship and direct lineage knowledge with insights from physics, sport science, and classic texts. The result is a rare synthesis of classical doctrine and modern understanding—a work that presents kung-fu not merely as a system of combat, but as a lifelong discipline for cultivating body, mind, and virtue.
“Dr. Mark Wiley has summarized and organized the Five Ancestor Fist into a book of great inheritance value.”
— Sifu Zhou Mengyuan
“Sifu Mark Wiley embodies his passion with such sincerity, depth, and discipline.”
— Sifu Hai Yang
“A priceless piece of history… highly recommended.”
— Sifu Daniel Kun
The architecture of Inner Gate mirrors the path of mastery itself—from roots to refinement, from movement to realization. Across six comprehensive parts and a reflective afterword, the book serves as both lineage record and training guide. Within its pages, Wiley explores the physiological and mechanical dimensions of practice—the kinetic chain, rooted stance, structural alignment, and breath regulation—revealing how internal and external forces harmonize, and how traditional power concepts such as Qi and Fa Jin align with the principles of modern biomechanics.
More than a technical manual, it is a living record of Chua Giok Beng’s orthodox transmission — an “Inner Gate” once reserved for trusted disciples, now carefully opened to sincere readers and practitioners worldwide.
Wiley bridges historical scholarship and direct lineage knowledge with insights from physics, sport science, and psychology, revealing how traditional Chinese martial concepts align with the principles of modern biomechanics.
“A comprehensive exploration of the rich heritage and profound techniques of Ngo Cho Kun.”
— Sifu Gregory Tan
“A rare harmony of technical precision and philosophical depth.”
— Society of Black Belts of America
Six comprehensive Sections consisting of endorsements of a dozen masters, forewords and preface, are followed by 23 in-depth chapters and a reflective afterword. Inner Gate mirrors the journey of the martial artist—from roots to refinement, from movement to realization. Within its pages you’ll discover:
- The kinetic chain and rooted stance of Five Ancestor Fist
- The structural alignment and breath regulation behind internal force
- How Sam Chien, Tian Te Lin Chien, and Li Sip Kun progress from form to function
- The fusion of qi cultivation, bridge training, and moral virtue (武德 Wu De).
This book serves as both lineage record and training guide, balancing the art’s ancient foundations with modern understanding
Sifu Mark Wiley has made lasting contributions to martial arts through decades of documentation, preservation, and teaching. A disciple of the late Sifu Alexander Co, he is rooted in the Beng Kiam lineage, one of the art’s most respected branches. He currently serves as Head of the International Beng Hong Martial Arts Society, formally recognized by the International Wuzuquan Committee of Quanzhou, China, for his lifelong dedication to the art
“The lineage continues unbroken.”
— Sifu Roland Koh Pee Hwa
“Few people can claim the exceptional impact that Mark Wiley has had upon the understanding of the martial arts for English readers.”
— Sifu Gene Ching
Inner Gate is not just another martial-arts book—it’s a bridge between centuries. It preserves the orthodox transmission of Ngo Cho Kun through Grandmaster Chua Giok Beng, fulfills a promise to Sifu Alex Co, and opens the door for future generations to learn the “inner methods” of the Five Ancestor Fist in their original integrity.
Inner Gate stands as a master-level exposition of Ngo Cho Kun—a rare synthesis of history, science, and spirit destined to become a modern classic in martial arts literature.
—Sifu Russ Smith
Enter the art once reserved for disciples…
now revealed to the world.
“In this book is the realization of a promise and a dream.”
— Sifu Rene Navarro
Let us now embark on the Inner Door tradition of this great Martial arts system with the ever talented, qualified master and successor, Sifu Mark V. Wiley.
—Sifu Robert Chu
The inner door technique of the five ancestors is the most traditional kung-fu of our Chinese people. This book is really our national treasure that all the ancients passed on to our descendants. Thank you, Sifu Mark Wiley.
— Sifu Tak Wah Eng
Dr. Mark Wiley is unique. He is an accomplished author, editor, publisher, traditional healer, martial arts grandmaster, world traveler and father of four. His background and experience create layer upon layer of depth in the works he creates. He is what used to be called a Renaissance Man, back when broad experience and varied skills were appreciated.
— Sensei Michael Calandra
