OK, this is me trying to bring the Northern Praying Mantis forum BACK on the topic of Northern Praying Mantis.
I thought it might be interesting to interview some of the forum members to get their take on their art and practice of Mantis.
Earthdragon,
I have a few questions about Eight Step Praying Mantis. Since you are the resident Babu Tanglangquan man I was hoping I could pick your brain for some information. Of course, anyone else who trains in this art can feel free to step in also.
1. What was GM Wei's purpose in creating another branch of Mantis?
2. How is BB TLQ different from the other branches of Mantis and/or what defines the art?
3. What similarities does BB TLQ share with other branches of Mantis?
4. How have you interpreted the art and what do you emphasize in your teaching?
5. In what direction would you like to take Eight Step Praying Mantis?