Welcome to Mantis Martial Arts Academy Where Tradition Shapes Character!

About Us:

We are a traditional martial arts school on Long Island, New York, promoting Chinese martial arts and Chinese culture, philosophy and teaching an authentic and effective fighting system, specializing in:

Northern Mantis Kung-Fu (solo/partner forms)
Chin-Na/Kam-La (Grappling techniques)
Traditional Chinese Weapons training
Chi-Gung moving meditation for health and energy
Yang Tai-Chi Chuan for health and self-defense
Lion Dance demonstrations for private/public events.

*All group and private classes are held by Sifu, Maziar Massachi.

Our Classes

Hands-on kung fu and tai chi lessons for all ages on Long Island

Northern Mantis Kung Fu

A complete program from basic to advanced levels. This style is known for its speed, agility and flexibility.

It utilizes both long range and close quarter tactics, grabbing and trapping strategies and take-down techniques.

Practicing this style develops coordination, builds up good reflexes and improves mental focus in order to remain calm in any fighting situation.

Students from absolute novices in the martial arts to previous practitioners of other martial arts are welcome.

Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan

This gentle, classical exercise form is designed to improve health, develop inner energy (chi) and teach how to use minimal force against a stronger opponent.

This program teaches mental concentration and relaxation as well as practical, but non-aggressive self-defense techniques. By practicing this system, one will relax the body, reduce stress and improve circulation.

This program is suitable for people who seek a less strenuous activity or those who are physically limited but wish to gain the benefits of health and self-defense.