Damo Mitchell – Internal Arts Academy – Yi Jin Jing

A deep dive into the classical Chinese practice of the Sinew/Tendon Changing Classic, delivered through a powerful series of lectures by internal arts expert Damo Mitchell.

A profound method for strengthening the body from the inside out, revitalizing the connective tissues, and purifying the energetic channels to support long-term internal transformation.

Damo Mitchell – Internal Arts Academy – Yi Jin Jing

Yi Jin Jing: Tendon Transformation Teachings (2016–2020) is a deep dive into the classical Chinese practice of the Sinew/Tendon Changing Classic, delivered through a powerful series of lectures by internal arts expert Damo Mitchell. This 5-lesson video course spans over 4.5 hours and offers both modern insights and traditional context into one of the most revered practices in Daoist and Shaolin Qigong systems.

Yi Jin Jing—translated as “Muscle/Tendon Changing Classic”—is a profound method for strengthening the body from the inside out, revitalizing the connective tissues, and purifying the energetic channels to support long-term internal transformation. Historically linked to Shaolin monks and Daoist hermits alike, this practice is known for cultivating both physical resilience and internal power.

The first lecture in this series, recorded in May 2020, offers a rich overview of the Yi Jin Jing framework as it exists within both Qigong and Neijia (internal martial arts) traditions. Damo explains how tendon transformation techniques intersect with concepts such as meridian theory, internal strength, and energetic refinement.

The remaining four talks, recorded in 2016, delve deeper into the classical roots and internal mechanics of Yi Jin Jing. Damo explores the philosophical origins, health benefits, and nuanced energetic principles behind the practice. These lectures reveal why Yi Jin Jing remains a cornerstone in many high-level internal training systems and how it can be integrated into modern practice effectively.

This course is ideal for:

Practitioners of Qigong, Tai Chi, or internal martial arts seeking deeper understanding of Yi Jin Jing’s principles

Students on the Nei Gong path who want to explore tendon-strengthening methods that complement energy work

Anyone interested in bridging ancient training methods with modern internal cultivation practices

Included Topics:

Historical context and Daoist interpretation of Yi Jin Jing

The relationship between tendon strength and energetic flow

How tendon transformation enhances structural integrity and internal power

Understanding the practice through the lens of both physical movement and Qi refinement

This lecture series is available through Nei Gong Online, the Academy’s digital platform offering:

Hundreds of hours of internal arts theory and guided practices

Weekly class updates for structured progression

Exclusive access to recordings from Damo Mitchell’s live teachings and international events

If you’re ready to discover how ancient tendon-changing methods can transform your body, mind, and internal energy, this Yi Jin Jing series is your gateway to mastering one of the foundational classics of internal cultivation.