In my experience, the practice of Standing the State—also known by various names such as Zhan Zhuang, Standing Zen, Standing Post, Jam Jong, or simply Standing—has frequently been misunderstood, misused, or underappreciated by a significant number of individuals who come across this discipline. Despite its profound potential, many practitioners approach it with preconceived notions or a lack of understanding, leading to a myriad of misconceptions about its true nature and ben

Energy, Calm, Power is a return to that awareness. It provides a foundation for whatever you choose to build — physical training, leadership, family, or a calmer way of moving through the day. It isn’t another program to master, but a reminder.

The concept of Holistic Self Defense represents a profound reframe of the Western conception of martial arts, moving beyond mere physical combat to encompass a cultivation of the entire self. This ancient perspective views the ability to defend oneself pugilisticly as nothing more than the capstone of a much larger, foundational pyramid.

A 3-Hour Intensive: Activating Whole-Body Tensegrity and Integrated Strength This preview outlines the essential structure and content of the Energy, Calm, Power Initiation Workshop. The goal is not just to introduce techniques, but to provide the physical, experiential initiation necessary to shift the practitioner from fragmented effort to Integrated Strength.

The Energy, Calm, Power (ECP) course is a profound system of self-cultivation designed for deep, year-long self-study, backed by comprehensive support. It is a fusion of ancient internal martial arts (rooted in Yi Chuan lineage) and modern biomechanics (Tensegrity), delivering a direct method to unlock your latent capacities for resilience, vitality, and strength.

The Energy, Calm, Power (ECP) program is not a modern exercise fad; it is a meticulously synthesized methodology rooted in the profound principles of Chinese internal martial arts and Chi Gung (Energy Work). It represents the distillation of decades of training by program founder Steve Ehrenreich under the direct guidance of his primary teacher, Master Cheuk Fung.

In a world filled with constant distractions and stress, many of us struggle with physical and emotional discomfort. Long hours spent sitting at desks, continually checking our phones, and rushing to meet obligations can lead to bad posture, stress, and a disconnect from our bodies.