INTERNAL POWER METHODS - CHINESE TRADITION

Santa Barbara — June 6th and 7th, 2026

with Scott Meredith

A small-capacity weekend workshop focused on practical internal power (IP) development through standing work, structural mechanics, attention protocols, movement drills, and partner exercises.

This is not a general wellness or genericTai Chi class. The emphasis is operational: how to generate, intensify, conduct, and apply whole-body internal power using specific training configurations and mental protocols drawn from Tai Chi, Yiquan, Xingyi, Mantis, Ashtanga Yoga, and related internal systems.

Topics will include:

• Standing work (Zhan Zhuang) for spinal and whole-body IP development

• Structure and “release/catch” mechanics

• Friction Step and grounded force generation

• Single-leg operations and balance-pressure protocols

• Internal connection through the torso and spine

• Methods from the book 'Bare Metal Minimality' and related material

• Partner testing and applied mechanics

The workshop is intended for:

• Tai Chi practitioners

• Internal martial arts practitioners

• Push hands practitioners

• Martial artists interested in internal mechanics

• Serious beginners with strong interest and patience for detailed work

The friendly, non-competitive atmosphere is technical, focused, and informal. Questions and experimentation are encouraged.

LOCATION

Southern California

(Exact venue information provided upon registration/contact)

DATES

Saturday–Sunday

June 6 and 7, 2026

SCHEDULE

Approximately 9 AM – 5 PM both days

CAPACITY

Attendance is intentionally limited in order to preserve individual attention and hands-on correction. A few slots remain available.

REGISTRATION / INFORMATION

This is a limited-capacity event.

For details, pricing, and availability, contact:

[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Scott Meredith is the author of multiple books on Tai Chi and internal power training, including Bare Metal Minimality: The Golden Dozen Internal Power Drills. His work focuses on practical, operational methods for developing whole-body internal connection and energetic power through compact, high-yield training methods.

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@scottmeredith4578

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