ABOUT 8 STEP PREYING MANTIS

Kung Fu Buffalo is home to the Shyun System of Eight Step Preying Mantis Kung Fu. “It is a complete system of traditional Chinese martial arts whose beauty when practiced is rivaled only by its effectiveness in combat. With practice, the system builds the mind, body, spirit and character of the practitioner.”

James Shyun

Grandmaster

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  • "I have been taking Tai Chi at Kung Fu Buffalo since January. After class, there is a calmness of mind and body that I take home with me. I have noticed my balance and concentration have improved.The teachers are excellent."

    Ellen T.

  • "Great school, complete system. Look forward to every lesson."

    Steve C.

  • "Fantastic, highly effective, comprehensive system taught by experienced sifus. Very lucky to have such an incredible resource here in WNY."

    Demon D.

  • "The instructors are very patient and knowledgeable. A great workout while having fun and learning a rare system of Kung Fu!"

    Clayton R.

  • "Shifu Dan is great working everyone at their own pace, explaining not just what we're going in movements but why and how it all connects."

    Jamie D.

  • "Shifu Dan is an excellent teacher and spends the time with you individually no matter what level you are at. He has more patience then I which is very dedicated to someone learning something new in her senior years. Always wanted to take Kung Fu and Tai Chi. Great choice!"

    Janet K.

  • “Great self defense classes and instruction! Highly recommend!”

    Melanie D.

what we offer

  • Personalized instruction
  • Kung Fu/Self Defense & Tai Chi Classes
  • Certified Instructor
  • Competitive rates
  • No 8 year old black belts
  • Convenient payment with cash or VENMO

ABOUT SHYUN STYLE TAI CHI CHUAN

We offer traditional Tai Chi in Buffalo, NY. Tai Chi Chuan is most often referred to as an internal martial art, indicating the emphasis is placed on strengthening the mind, circulating the Chi or vitality, and relaxing the body so that it is free to move. Tai Chi Chuan is most often translated as “Grand Ultimate System” or “Supreme Ultimate Fist.” It is also a complete system of physics and philosophy with many martial arts applications and is best characterized by the very popular symbol known as the Yin Yang.

 

Tai Chi is an art that embraces the mind, body, and spirit, and helps bring them into harmony with one another, and with nature (the environment around you) itself. While there is great depth to tai chi in knowledge and skill, it is very easy to learn, and you can get started even if you aren’t in tip-top shape or the best of health. Tai Chi is a low-impact, slow-motion exercise that you go (without pausing) through a series of motions. It’s continuous movement, and as you move, you breathe deeply and naturally, focusing your attention on how your body feels.

AS SUCH, IT HAS APTLY BEEN CALLED “MEDITATION IN MOTION”.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• Strikes: punches, palm strikes, kicks
• Blocks: drills to promote fast blocks
• Joint Locks: disarm and lock opponent
• Throws: bring an opponent to the ground
• Kung Fu Sets (Forms): fast, fluid, and powerful movements that are combined

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