SEMINAR/WORKSHOP PROGRAM

The focus of this seminar will be to learn the Beng Bu sequence of the Seven Star Mantis style. It is a short sequence that gives a true flavor of mantis martial arts. Through this sequence, students will gain a better understanding, foundation, and feeling for traditional Northern Praying Mantis.

We will be emphasizing a traditional training regiment, with particular attention to root, stability, power, and sense of enemy.

WHO IS TEACHING?

YMAA instructor Walter Wong is an longtime student of YMAA Boston and has been training and teaching YMAA Kung Fu, Praying Mantis, Liu He Ba Fa, and Samurai Arts throughout the past 10 years. Walter will be leading the seminar discussion and exercises.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Everybody is welcome to attend this Praying Mantis seminar. Previous martial arts experience is a plus, but not required. Attendance is limited, so register soon. This seminar will benefit:

• Martial artists of all levels seeking to learn the traditional Beng Bu sequence from Seven Star Praying Mantis.
• Practitioners who want to learn Praying Mantis in a traditional way through YMAA.
• Experienced martial artists who are looking to refine their knowledge of Northern styles or add to their repertoire.
• Those looking to explore martial applications of this mantis sequence.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

We recommend wearing loose practice clothing (t-shirt and pants) and a pair of indoor shoes unless you prefer training barefoot. Street shoes are not permitted on the training floor.

TRAVELING TO BOSTON

YMAA Boston is located approximately 20 minutes South of downtown Boston. If you are traveling by car please visit YMAA Boston webpage for detailed driving instructions.

Free on-street parking is available and there are several paid lots nearby.

Another good alternative is to use the MBTA subway transportation system. YMAA Boston is about 3 minutes walk from the Forrest Hill Orange line terminal. Visit MBTA website for more information.

If you are flying to Boston, a good way to get to YMAA is to use the MBTA subway system. After arriving to Boston’s Logan Airport take the free airport shuttle bus (Route #22, #33 or #55) to the “Airport” station, then take the inbound Blue line train to “State” station. At “State” station board the Orange line outbound train to “Forrest Hills” station. At the “Forrest Hills” station go upstairs and proceed straight through the exit terminal, once outside and at the top of the landing, turn right proceed downstairs, walk to the intersection, cross the street and walk 2 blocks to YMAA Boston.

STAYING IN BOSTON

For information about Hotel, Guest House and Inn lodging. Please visit the lodging page.

EXTRA INFO

If you need help making a decision about attending, have further questions about the Praying Mantis Seminar, or would like to register now please contact us here or call (617) 524-8892 (for international calls please use +1-617-524-8892).

YMAA training books and DVDs are available for purchase on site.

Private lessons can be arranged with instructors.