Northern Praying Mantis (Chinese: 螳螂拳; pinyin: tánglángquán; lit. 'praying mantis fist') is a style of Chinese martial arts, [1] sometimes called Shandong Praying Mantis after its province of origin.

Southern Praying Mantis (Chinese: 南派螳螂) is a Chinese martial art originating with the Hakka people. It is most closely associated with Hakka-origin styles such as Southern Dragon Kung Fu and Bak Mei. Despite its name, the Southern Mantis style is …

When attacked an orchid Mantis is capable of it's own self defence in the form of Kung Fu. Taken from Life Story.

Aug 22, 2024 · Praying Mantis Kung Fu (Tanglangquan, 螳螂拳) is a traditional Chinese martial art with several distinct styles, each with its own lineage. Below is a summary of the major Praying Mantis Kung Fu styles and their lineages:

Jun 29, 2022 · If you have been wondering about the Praying Mantis style of Kung Fu, then read on. This article will provide you with information on the Honglian Mantis Fist, the Northern Praying Mantis, and the T’ang L’ang Ch’uan. Mantis forms are often used as solutions for combat situations at close range and mid-range.

Info on the Northern Shaolin/Praying Mantis Kung-Fu System, an extensive and thorough martial art system, teaching authentic kung-fu and Internal styles.

May 28, 2013 · After watching the Mantis defeat the Cicada with ease, he adopted the Praying Mantis' combat style into his Kung Fu. He began mimicking the hooking techniques, as well as the fighting strategy into his own fighting, to much success.

There are several different styles of praying mantis kung fu each with there own logic and theory of fighting. Many practitioners like to take a little from each style and combine them. This does not work with Jook Lum because it is a complete style with …

Praying Mantis Fist is one of the most famous animal Kung Fu styles in traditional Chinese Martial Arts. It has also been listed as one of China?s national intangible cultural heritages.

Apr 11, 2009 · The purpose of mantis kung fu’s long-hand techniques is to break through your opponent’s defenses so you can move to an advantageous position behind or beside him. From one of those spots, you can deliver a short-hand attack to a vulnerable target.