Online step-by-step guided instruction in the three branches of Southern Praying Mantis, transmitted directly from the source by Sifu Roger D. Hagood.
With over 60 years of martial arts practice and decades of teaching, Sifu Roger D. Hagood is recognized as a living treasure of the martial arts. His transmission of Hakka Mantis Boxing is drawn directly from the three lineage branches — USA Kwongsai Jook Lum Temple Mantis, China Kwongsai Jook Lum Temple Mantis, and Hakka Chu Gar Mantis. Sifu Roger D. Hagood is now retired. All inquiries, training guidance, and administrative matters are handled by Chris Gaus — acting Sifu and Administrator of HMBI.
“In my 50 years of martial arts practice, there are very few people that I consider a living treasure of martial arts. Sifu Roger D. Hagood is such a person.”
— Dr. Mike A., Sifu, Pa Kua Chang
The Full LineageLam Sang lineage — First and Second Generation Transmissions. Presented in two sections: USA Kwongsai and China Kwongsai, as preserved and transmitted by Sifu Roger D. Hagood.
Lao Sui lineage — First and Second Generation Transmissions. One of the most rare and complete systems of Southern Praying Mantis preserved in the modern world.
Explore CoursesThe final phase of the HMBI curriculum. A dedicated repository of advanced materials accessible upon completion of the preceding branches. Reserved for the most dedicated students.
Explore CoursesThe Digital Kwoon is the private members-only community of Hakka Mantis Boxing International — a dedicated space where students connect, share training progress, and engage directly with the HMBI community. Access is granted upon enrollment.
Join the KwoonConnect with fellow practitioners worldwide. Share training milestones, ask questions, and engage with the HMBI community in real time.
Dedicated study groups organized by progression level, open to HMBI members regardless of which branch they are training.
Earn digital certificates and milestone badges as you complete each volume. Your progress is tracked, verified, and recognized within the HMBI community.
All training guidance, questions, and community matters are facilitated by Chris Gaus — acting Sifu and Administrator of HMBI. Step-by-step support and video review of your training progress.
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Active Members · Multiple Courses · Video Lessons · Three Branches — One Root