Over 40? Tired of Gyms & Belt Factories? Learn Real Close-Range Kung Fu That Actually Makes You Dangerous.
Most “martial arts” sell belts. At Mantis Fist Kung Fu in Crawley, we train a rare Southern Praying Mantis system designed for adults – max 9 students, real contact, brutal short-power and conditioning that gets you strong and confident in 60 days.
✔ Adults 30–60 only – no kids’ class chaos
✔ Small groups (max 9)
✔ Beginners welcome – no experience needed
✔ Free online “Mantis Cyber Clan” included
Train the Way the Ancients Intended.
Trained Before? Done With Watered-Down, No-Contact Martial Arts?
You didn’t start training to collect coloured belts. You wanted to be dangerous, capable and hard to hurt.
But most modern schools:
Pack the room with kids
Avoid real contact and conditioning
Sell belt tests instead of skill
If you’ve ever thought “I still don't know if I could handle myself”… this is for you.
What You'll Train at Mantis Fist Kung Fu
Close-Range Power & Padwork
Short-range strikes, elbows and forearm shots drilled on pads for real impact.
Iron Body & Dragon Claw Grip
Grinding arm, iron jars, mantis push-ups and tendon training.
Fighting Footwork & 2-Man Drills
Isometric footwork, chasing steps and real partner drills.
Hard Chi Gung & Flexibility
Sarn Bo Jin conditioning and mantis stretching for long-term strength.
How You Go From Rusty to Dangerous in 60 Days
1. Week 1 – Start Your Trial
Learn stance, footwork and basic strikes. Hit pads on day one.
2. Weeks 2–4 – Build Your Weapons
Mantis hands, gripping, grinding arm and core power drills.
3. Weeks 5–8 – Apply & Condition
2-man drills, fighting jongs, hard chi gung and real conditioning.
Before vs After Mantis Training
Before
Bored in the gym, no progress
Worried you'd freeze in danger
Stiff, tight, low energy
After
Clear progression, real power
Confident in real close-range tools
Looser hips, better posture, sharp power
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What Our Students Say
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Your Instructor – Sifu Steve Tansley
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Sifu Steve Tansley
Cheif Instructor
Training Shotokan in Japan
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Simple, Honest Pricing
Drop-In
£1 5/ class
Unlimited Monthly
£96 / month
Our No-BS Guarantee
Train for 30 days. If you're not stronger, more confident and excited to continue – we'll refund your first month.
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
Question 1: I'm over 40 – can I cope?
Yes. Most students are 35–55 and starting from scratch.
Question 2: I'm unfit. Will I struggle?
No. We build you up safely and progressively.
Question 3: Do I need experience?
No. Beginners welcome..
Question 3: Do I need a uniform?
Club T-shirt and Karate pants .
Question 3: When are the classes?
Evenings Mon–Fri + Sunday workshops.
Ready to Train Old-Skool Kung Fu That Actually Works?
