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Southern Praying Mantis: China's Close-Range Fighting Style: Short arm strikes from Guangdong Provinces

Southern Praying Mantis: China's Close-Range Fighting Style: Short arm strikes from Guangdong Provinces

Niedermann, Adams Christoph

Paperback

Martial Arts

ISBN13: 9798281877916
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Apr 29 2025
Pages: 100
Weight: 0.32
Height: 0.21 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English

This martial art from southern China specializes in close-range combat, using short, powerful strikes and controlling techniques designed for real self-defense. Developed for practical use rather than show, it focuses on efficient movements that work in tight spaces, with an emphasis on timing, structure, and disrupting the opponent's balance. The system includes empty-hand techniques, sensitivity training, and traditional weapons, all connected by the same principles of direct, economical motion. Training develops both physical skills and mental awareness, teaching practitioners to remain calm and responsive under pressure. While not as widely known as some other martial arts, it has survived through generations due to its effectiveness and continues to be practiced today by those seeking practical combat skills and deep martial understanding. The art maintains its traditional methods while adapting to modern training needs, preserving its core philosophy of intelligent, efficient movement for self-protection.

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