Train body & mind for life

The Internal Athlete

The Internal Athlete™ is a training system that promotes mind-body development. Our retreats and workshops comprise an excellent opportunity for practise and education where you can build real body-mind skills via authentic Tai Chi, Qigong, Matwork and Meditation.

With over 40 years of multidisciplinary training and teaching experience Sam and Antonia teach how to transform body and mind so that everything you do in life can become easier, more skilful and satisfying.

– real training for real people –


‘A reset for my body and mind and a total challenge to what I thought training should be. It has completely changed my mindset in the best way.’ Vicky

‘Another brilliant retreat for us all this week…I came home feeling restored, relaxed and ready for whatever life decides to throw my way.’ Julie, BCP pilates teacher

‘A fabulous five days – my second retreat with Antonia and Sam was even more enjoyable than my first. I feel fitter, looser, more flexible and relaxed – in body and mind. A great way to start the year.’ Michael

‘Thank you both for your patience and energy. You made learning fun and I’ve returned home rejuvenated with a new body and mind that still wants to wake up early and train before breakfast. Amazing!’ Kathryn

‘A wonderful 5 days of training; it’s the perfect start to the year. I’d thoroughly recommend it – you’ll leave feeling completely revived.’ Jo

‘I’ve spent my whole life looking for teaching like this.’ Julian

‘I learned more in one hour with you than in four years of classes at home.’ John


Contact us: info@theinternalathlete.co.uk