Iron Mantis Martial Arts

With a variety of martial training programs, self-defense, fitness routines, classical weapons training, and mixed martial arts, you're sure to stay moving and motivated like never before.

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A Complete Martial Arts System

Iron Mantis Martial Arts combines Northern Style 7 Star Praying Mantis Kung Fu, Hawaiian Kempo, Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Tai Chi Chuan, Sports Performance, and Yoga. 

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Our diverse online programs will help you achieve your goals in fitness, wellness, and self-defense.

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 On Location

Our certified schools under the guidance of our Iron Mantis black belts will help you in any part of your journey.

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Iron Mantis affiliate program online training under the guidance of Master Hughes.

 

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Jeff Hughes

Upholding Tradition For Modern Times

 

My Name is Jeff Hughes for over 25 years I have been teaching martial arts to beginners, black belts, professional athletes, and competitors alike. I have put together the most complete martial arts curriculum available to you, from white to black belt.  

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You choose how to train our  programs:

Online, Private Lessons, Seminars, or in one of our Certified Schools.

 
 
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Kickboxing  Program

Learn punches, kicks, blocks, bag and mitt work, kickboxing techniques, self-defense techniques, fitness training, as well as building confidence and discipline. Learn to manage your weight while building strength.  
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Ground Controlling

You will learn an array of techniques drawn from Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, BOLT Wrestling, Judo, Shuai Chiao, and Kung Fu techniques. Master takedowns, takedown defense, break falls, technical get-ups,  submissions, and ground controlling.
 
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Classical Weapons

The best part about learning traditional weapons like staff, spear, broadsword, and straight sword is that they are great tools for exercises that develop eye-hand coordination, focus, strength, and balance. It’s a fun way to stay in shape.

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Yoga 

Relax the mind, tone, and strengthen the body while flowing through postures. Develop flexibility in the mind, body, and spirit with Iron Vinyasa Yoga

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Tai Chi Chuan

Start by learning the standing and walking drills, from there move onto the Tai Chi 20 form and then 49 form. Push-hands along with 67 Sword and 13 Saber are also taught. From Wuji to Taiji governed by Yin Yang.

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Traditional Forms

Step back in time and learn the ancient skills of Chinese Kung Fu. Traditional forms are composed of stances, footwork, blocking and striking techniques.

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Strength and Conditioning 

We focused on losing fat and gaining lean muscle with body-weight exercises, weights, band-work and plyometrics. Dynamic warm-ups and stretching, general strength and ancillaries to core exercises and static stretches.

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Trapping Hands 

Learn skills and drills to create openings for middle to close-range attacks. Learn how to control the centerline to set up takedowns and manage takedown defense. Improve your striking, wrestling, and submission skills with these bridging techniques.
 

 

 

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Meditation

 This practice is essential for all ages. From sitting to lectures to recommend reading we have classes, workshops and on-going seminars.

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What can you expect from an Iron Mantis  Martial Programs?

 There is not a "one fits all option"

best training is the one that suits your needs. 

Dieu Van Dinh

“I searched for a traditional martial arts school for about 6 months and finally found it at Sifu Jeff Hughes' school immediately l was very impressed with Sifu Hughes’ teachings."

Asher Morris

He does not merely "know" it, it's part of him. It's who he is. It cannot be taken from him. That is skill most true and undeniable. His capacity for the retention of vast amounts of information to the tiniest of details is impressive, to say the least, and quite frankly borders on the marvelous.

Sabrina Martin

Working with sifu Hughes has been a life-changing experience, he is an endless well of knowledge. Every time I train he helps me better myself and my martial arts. 

Joseph Sambrano

“Training with Sifu Hughes has been life-changing for me. Not only learning basic self-defense through boxing/kickboxing and Jiu-Jitsu but also the deeper aspects of Martial Arts training in the 7 Star Praying Mantis Kung fu system. After 14 years, I still have so much to learn from Sifu Hughes, his knowledge runs that deep! If anyone is considering training with him, whether new to martial arts or looking for more advanced training, do it.."

Lauren Chi

Training with Sifu Jeff Hughes is of the most rewarding and transformative experiences of my life. I’ve trained for many years with Sifu Hughes, and at first, I was a fish out of water. I was met with patience and understanding while being challenged and continually asked to do more. I grew. I learned how to control my body, and I gained fitness and confidence

Sergio S.

I started training with Sifu Huges in Jul 2018. I initially was seeking to improve my body and physical strength. Now, i see he has helped me improve so much more: body, mind and spirit. All teachings apply to day to day situations, from work to family.”

Andy Thompson

“Training with Sifu Hughes has been life-changing for me. Not only learning basic self-defense through boxing/kickboxing and Jiu-Jitsu but also the deeper aspects of Martial Arts training in the 7 Star Praying Mantis Kung fu system. After 14 years, I still have so much to learn from Sifu Hughes, his knowledge runs that deep! If anyone is considering training with him, whether new to martial arts or looking for more advanced training, do it.."

Jeff Webb

“For nearly 25 years, I have known Sifu Hughes as a colleague and friend. He is one of the most authentic, talented and competent kung fu experts you will meet. Bringing students to the highest levels requires a strong background in the traditional as well as a vision for the modern. You can find this with Sifu Hughes, and I highly endorse his training!”

Sifu Jesse Burkhart

I have been training with Master Hughes for almost 20 years and in that time not only has he not stopped challenging and pushing us to become the best that we can be he has never stopped doing the same with himself. Master Hughes has spent years developing the Iron Mantis curriculum into one of the most comprehensive martial art systems available keeping only what works and taught in a manner to develop high level students in a shorter time frame. The Iron Mantis curriculum holds a wealth of information for any level of practitioner from beginner to advanced. The truth is on the floor!

Step out of your comfort zone, try something new and

push your limits to the edge, mind, body, and spirit.

  

You do not need any martial arts experience to start. Our job is to teach you! The movements are simple enough and you will hone your technique the more you practice with our online programs or go to class at a certified school.
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