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“Want to Train Old Skool Kung Fu for Real-World Street Survival?”

Chow Gar Southern Praying Mantis. “Power Pads: Close-Combat Training”. First 30 Days Free.

“Power Pads: Close-Combat Training”

structured, explosive padwork for fighting.

"Think you’ve got what it takes? Prove it—book your 30 days of Mantis Close Combat below."

“12 Gates to Black Belt – The Old Skool Kung Fu Path”

Unlock the 12 Gates – Earn Your Black Belt the Hard Way

Traditional Chow Gar Southern Praying Mantis Kung Fu

A Forge real fighting skills. No shortcuts. No watered-down training. Just the raw, traditional system that forges true Mantis black belts.

The 12 Gate Training Path

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Choose Your Path – One Style, Many Ways to Train

The Final Test of Discipline – 300 Hours to Earn the Right to Teach

This is not just a course—it’s a trial by fire. For those ready to lead, coach, and carry the Mantis legacy forward with strength, precision, and honour.


Join the 300-Hour Instructor Program and go beyond technique—develop the mindset, mastery, and leadership skills to teach Chow Gar with confidence and authority.

You'll gain deeper knowledge of forms, applications, conditioning, and coaching, while earning the right to represent a powerful lineage.

"Flying Dragon Leg – The Only Ground Fighting Form in Southern Mantis"

Unique to Chow Gar Southern Praying Mantis, Flying Dragon Leg is the only ground-based form in the system. Designed to teach you how to escape, strike, and recover from the floor with precision, structure, and explosive short power.

Training Under the Thai Sun

This 5-day closed-door training in Thailand is designed for those ready to push beyond limits—physically, mentally, and spiritually.


You’ll be immersed in the raw essence of Chow Gar Southern Praying Mantis with intense daily training in forms, padwork, iron body, chi gung, and fighting applications, all set against the backdrop of Thailand’s heat, grit, and energy.


This isn’t a retreat. It’s a rite of passage.

👊Train harder. Go deeper. Emerge transformed.

Do I need any experience to start?

No. Beginners are welcome. What we look for is attitude—not your background. If you’re willing to train hard and show up consistently, you’ll fit right in.

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I'm over 40. Is this training suitable for me?

Yes. We train adults of all ages. Our methods build real strength, coordination, and confidence. You go at your pace—but expect to be pushed.

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What do I need to bring to class?

Just wear loose training gear (T-shirt and joggers are fine) and bring water. We train on mats and pads—no fancy kit needed. You’ll sweat, so come ready.

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How do I claim the free trial and bonus gifts?

Click the red button to register your name and email. You’ll get instant access to your free padwork sessions, plus your iron palm jar, training guide, and T-shirt when you come in.

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MEET WITH PROFESSIONAL TRAINER

Sifu Steve Tansley

Cheif Instructor

Sifu Dan Stanley

Assiant Instructor

Larry Martin

Trainee Instructor

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School location: Unit 2, at the yard, 195b Threebridges rd, Threebridges, Crawley.

RH10 1LG

Assistance Hours :

Mon – Friday 6pm to 10pm

Sunday – workshops

Three Bridges Rd, Three Bridges, Crawley RH10 1LG, UK