Question 1

What is The Way of Intent and Energy, Calm, Power (ECP)?

Accepted Answer

The Way of Intent is an internal movement and martial arts school founded by Steve Ehrenreich. Its core curriculum, Energy, Calm, Power (ECP), bridges classical Chinese internal martial arts (Yi Chuan and Zhan Zhuang) with modern biotensegrity to cultivate whole-body structural integration, calm, and effortless power.

Question 2

Can you learn internal martial arts and Zhan Zhuang online?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Way of Intent uses the 'Direct Method' of internal mechanics and diagnostic drills, allowing students to learn foundational alignments and self-correction online. Subscriptions include self-guided on-demand study ($19/mo) and guided coaching with video review ($39/mo).

Question 3

Who is Steve Ehrenreich and what is his martial arts lineage?

Accepted Answer

Steve Ehrenreich has over 50 years of training experience and is an officially sanctioned teacher of Yi Chuan under Master Cheuk Fung. Based in Durango, Colorado, he teaches classical internal cultivation integrated with modern biomechanics.

Question 4

Where can I attend in-person internal martial arts workshops in Colorado?

Accepted Answer

The Way of Intent hosts in-person intensives in Durango, Colorado, including the annual Durango Summit in the San Juan Mountains, featuring mountain trail sessions and hot springs water training.

The Way of Intent

Discover, Develop & Apply Integrated Strength

Programs

Swimming Through Space - Activating Your Frame

Energy, Calm, Power - 'The Initiation'