Mak’s classes have enabled me to indentify the areas that I am weaker in, particularly my hand strikes and blocks, whilst learning the new techniques and styles that “Praying Mantis” Kung Fu offers

I would recommend Mak’s classes to even the most seasoned of Martial Artists, despite training with 6th Dan grades I always take many new ideas and lessons away with me from Mak’s classes

At times I have lacked confidence and motivation, however, I have always received help by various members of the class. Mak has provided encouragement and got me to focus on my ability and confidence

The system uses close, medium and long range striking techniques and the body is conditioned and strengthened with external Chi Kung exercises

By having compared this system with others I’m beginning to get the sense of what is working for me and what isn’t. I plan to continue training and combining what I’ve learned into a personal version of Kung Fu

I’ve trained with The Kung Fu School for 8 years. I had previously trained in Tae Kwon Do, and found Praying Mantis to be a far more practical and realistic style

The class is a mixture of traditional Chinese techniques based on the short-range Southern Mantis system, along with longer range punches and kicks, and sessions of pad and mitt work to train power and stamina

I still learn something new almost every lesson, whilst still improving my technique, the sessions also provide a complete workout for the arms, legs and general endurance

Although rules are followed in the classes, the atmosphere is pretty informal and friendly, but little time is wasted, with the focus being on constant improvement and training