Two Man Mantis Block and Counter Punch Drill

The Mantis block merely redirects the incoming punch to the body to the side. It is a subtle block but it must be practiced a lot or it won’t work. This means it has to be practiced both with a partner (who is cooperating) and against an opponent (who is not so cooperative). Only by balancing 'with-and-against' partners, can confidence be built (in both oneself, the technique and the tactics it is used in).

Without prejudice