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For those interested, we will be hosting a small Mantis Gathering in San Diego the weekend of August 9th. Please check out the following Facebook link for full details.
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Hi Ironfenix,
Shirkers on the board is located in Phoenix, but I don't believe he practices anymore.
Other than that, I believe I am one of the only Mantis guys in Arizona. Not in Phoenix, but...
I would love to hear more once you get it! Thanks for posting!
I know as of the 1983 curriculum, Wah Lum had a drunken form.
Saw that one. There was another post reply from a while back though that had the same info, yet went in to much more detail. Problem is I can't seem to find it or recall where it was. :p
Thank...
Hey Guys,
I remember is the past someone had a post reply (can't recall where) regarding the translated name for Sup Baat Sao (Sow, etc etc etc) and how it was 18 Elders vs. 18 (Locking) Hands...
Good feedback so far! Thanks guys!
Hi Guys,
Has anyone had any experience with Kurt Wong in Alaska or Su Yu-Chang in New York?
I have looked around and searched the forums and all I have really been able to find is youtube...
Good stuff!
I am not disputing this, as I do not know the theory behind the form 8 Elbows, but in my opinion that just sounds all sorts of backwards lol
That was my thoughts as well.
I have to say I like it's straight forward nature though.
Can anyone tell me what branch this version of 8 Elbows is from?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6vRUN4SmpA
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I certainly agree on this. Thanks, Jake
Just curious peoples thoughts on what is more important, the branch of northern mantis you study or mantis in general.
What are peoples thoughts on cross training between the branches?
In short...
I guess this thread changed a bit from what i intended... but still a good discussion! :D
I have heard many CMA practicioners over the years justify the high number of forms in their curriculum by saying "It takes longer to learn to fight in CMA, but when they do learn they are at a...
Hi EarthDragon,
When it comes to bridging in sparring we introduce it with a backfist to the face. The opponent has two choices: 1) block it, thus creating the bridge or 2) getting a backfist to...
I recently had a debate with another instructor discussing this stance and am curious about other opinions.
What do you all think is the value of doing a forward stance with the lead leg's foot...
Everyone has their own opinions on why there should be more or less forms taught in a curriculum, but putting that aside I am curious:
Three part question: How many forms do you teach in your...
Anyone know? I would be interested in knowing as well.
We would love to have you visit if your ever in the area. Sadly, classes are Tues/Thurs 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Send a PM if you ever need directions.
Djcetra - If you were in Tucson, I would say pop on over to my Mantis class. However thats about a 2 - 2.5 hour drive.. so doubt you want to make the drive... I would Check around the phonebook, I...
thank you, this is exactly the type of feedback i was hoping for.
Yeah this is exactly what i hope to avoid, or at least wade through the bashing to get some history that is not readily available.
I agree Chan or anyone for that matter can design a form and...