The Water Method.

Ancient Daoist practice, taught in London.

Rooted in Daoist tradition, the Water Method strengthens the body, steadies the mind, and cultivates lasting vitality.

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THE METHOD

The path to health and self development rooted in Internal Martial Arts, Energy Cultivation and Meditation

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Join weekly classes in London, train privately, or explore online courses.

Programmes

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Javier Martinez demonstrating Heaven and Earth Qigong, a Taoist/Daoist practice in London for energy cultivation and healing.

Heaven & Earth Qigong

A two-movement Qigong set that builds the foundation for advanced energy cultivation and Neigong practice.

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Yang Style Taiji (Tai Chi) and Daoist/Taoist Neigong with Javier Martinez in London, combining martial arts and internal energy work.

Yang Taiji & Neigong

Learn Yang Style Taiji, powered by Daoist Neigong - the internal engine behind each movement.

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Small group Taoist/Daoist Taiji, Qigong, and Neigong workshops in London led by Javier Martinez, focused on in-depth training.

Saturday Clinics

Small group workshops (max. 8 students) for in-depth training. Two hours of detailed practice.

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One-to-one Taoist/Daoist internal arts training in London with Javier Martinez - personalised Taiji (Tai Chi), Qigong, Neigong and Wing Chun practice.

Private training

One-to-one sessions in London or online, with personalised guidance and a tailored training plan.

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Meet Javier

Javier Martinez, founder of Water Neigong London, teaching Daoist/Taoist internal arts including Taiji (Tai Chi), Qigong, Neigong, and Wing Chun.

Javier has trained in Traditional Martial Arts and Combat Sports for over 30 years, and started teaching in 2010. His teaching blends deep tradition with clear, practical guidance - making ancient practices relevant for modern life. Whether through Neigong, Taiji, Qigong, or Meditation, Javier’s approach is calm, precise, and designed to help students build lasting health, clarity, and balance.

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Beyond Daoism

Alongside his Daoist training, Javier has studied a wide range of disciplines in movement, therapy, and meditation.

Fighting Skills

Wing Chun

Self defence

Boxing

Filipino Eskrima

Karate

Mindfulness & Therapy

Zen Meditation

Yoga

Breathwork

Sports Massage

QHHT Hypnosis

Movement Skills

Functional Biomechanics

Strength & Conditioning

Calisthenics

Gymnastics

Mobility

What Students Say

  • "Javi’s 6-week online Neigong course was truly excellent and far exceeded my expectations. His teachings were precise, clear, and deeply insightful. As a result, my practice has developed tremendously, and Neigong has now become part of my daily life. I was amazed at how effectively he could teach online—he noticed the smallest details and offered personal adjustments and suggestions throughout, while also guiding the group in a very supportive way. I can’t wait for the next course!"

    Zoe Nash

  • "Learning from Javi has been a truly transformative experience. His knowledge of the energy arts - Tai Chi, Nei Gong, and Qi Gong - is evident in every class. He doesn’t just teach movements; he guides us into a deeper understanding of how energy flows through the body, how breath and intention shape our practice, and how these ancient arts can support modern well-being."

    Anita

  • "Javi creates a welcoming space to learn tai chi, and his passion for the practice shines through in every class. His patient guidance has improved my balance, focus, and overall wellbeing - I always leave class feeling centred and refreshed."

    Arani Yogadeva

  • "Javi has such a range of movement expertise he is able to create personalised micro progressions to suit everyone. I found I learnt the fundamental movements/ principles quickly under his tutelage and was then able to build a deeper practice. It is beyond exciting to notice how your body and mind develop over time - I can’t imagine my life without Tai chi and Neigong now!"

    Jasper Mckenzie