The forms of Southern Praying Mantis teach structure, power, breathing, and the unique short‑range shock power that defines the system. Each form develops a different part of your strength, control, and close‑range ability.
The foundation of Chow Gar. This form builds rooting, alignment, breath power, and explosive short force. Every student returns to Sarm Bo Jin — it’s the core of the entire system.
Develops bridge‑hand pressure, cutting power, and the ability to break through an opponent’s guard. It trains the forward, slicing energy that Chow Gar is known for.
This is only a glimpse into the system. Forms like Yui Kui (Shake Off Bridge) and Fut Sau (Buddhist Hands) each develop different aspects of internal power, structure, and close‑range control.
SOLID HANDS
Chow Gar Southern Praying Mantis is known for its tough, direct, and uncompromising approach to close‑range fighting. Conditioning is a core part of the system. Students strengthen the whole body — hands, arms, shoulders, hips, back, legs, and even the mindset — so every part can be used to attack or defend.
Training can feel demanding at first, but it builds real resilience. Chow Gar uses short, explosive power with no wasted movement. The system is aggressive, efficient, and designed for practical self‑defence. Students learn to stay light on their feet, relaxed yet solid, focused, and always aiming for vital targets with intent and precision.
Each session follows a clear structure designed to build skill, strength, and confidence at a steady pace.
Warm‑Up & Mobility Light joint work and movement to prepare the body safely.
Short Power Training Simple drills to wake up the hands, arms, and core.
Partner Drills Controlled, structured exercises that teach timing, distance, and contact without pressure.
Forms Training Focused practice on Sarm Bo Jin and other key forms to develop structure, breath, and power.
Conditioning Traditional Chow Gar methods to strengthen the hands, arms, stance, and body.
Cooldown & Breath Work Finishing with breathing and relaxation to reset the body.
Your first session is a relaxed introduction to Chow Gar. There’s no pressure and no experience needed.
Wear comfortable clothes Bring water We’ll go at your pace Beginners are always welcome
If you’d like to join a class or ask a question, just get in touch.
All training is taught safely, progressively, and at a pace that suits you. Beginners are always welcome.
What You’ll Gain From Training
Training in Chow Gar Southern Praying Mantis develops practical strength, sharp coordination, and real close‑range skill. Over time you can expect:
Stronger hands, forearms, and core through progressive conditioning Better balance, posture, and breathing, built naturally through the forms Practical close‑range self‑defence ability rooted in structure, timing, and sensitivity Improved confidence and mental resilience from focused, traditional training A clear, structured path of progression, taught safely and at your pace
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