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MANTIS seeks to foster the development of our students throughout their entire education. Our teaching community is made up of a group of talented and creative professionals who are passionate about bringing out the best in each student. MANTIS offers the tools and support necessary for each student to reach their full potential.
INSTRUCTORS

William S. Reynolds - Dojo Owner and Creator of the MANTIS Self-Defense System

Senior Instructor

  •   Mantis 

  •   Karate

  •   Jiu Jitsu

  •   Close Quarter Combat

  •   Knife Fighting - Combative/Defensive

  •   Tactical Awareness

Accredited Black Belt

  •   Karate

  •   Taekwondo

  •   Aikido

  •   Judo

 Accredited Brown Belt

  •   Jiu Jitsu

Bill began training in Martial Arts in 1993 and continued to expand his knowledge and experience in the many venues of martial arts and self defense until he opened his Mantis Dojo in his home town of Deming, NM in 2016.

A few of Bill's Tournament wins!

           NAGA DOLLAMUR 2008

                     Silver Medal

              NAGA EUROPA 2008

                    Silver Medal

              NAGA EUROPA 2008

                   2nd Silver Medal

Shaun M. Reynolds

Senior Instructor

  •   Mantis

  •   Karate

  •   Tactical Awareness

Mantis Self Defense

  •   Level 8

Black Belt

  •   Karate

Shaun began his Martial Arts training in 1973 and maintained his proficiency throughout the years with a variety of instructors.    When his son Bill decided to open the Mantis Dojo in 2016, Shaun eagerly joined in to help foster a new generation of young students.

Jesus "Chuy" Quezada

Assistant Instructor

  •   Mantis

Junior Instructor

  •   Karate

  •   Jiu Jitsu

Mantis Self Defense

  •   Level 5

Orange Belt - 2 Stripe

  •   Karate

White Belt - 4 Stripe

  •   Jiu Jitsu

Journeyman

  •   Knife Fighting

Chuy (currently a Sophomore at Deming High) began his Martial Arts training at the Mantis Dojo in 2016.  His dedication to the rigors of training has earned him numerous levels of achievement in a number of different martial arts disclipines. 

Jordan Reynolds

Junior Instructor

  •   Karate

  •   Jiu Jitsu

Mantis Self Defense

  •   Level 2

Yellow Belt - 2 Stripe

  •   Karate

White Belt - 3 Stripe

  •   Jiu Jitsu

Jordan (currently a Junior at Deming High) began his Martial Arts training at the Mantis Dojo in 2017.  He continues to strive to learn and improve his abilities to become proficient in several different martial arts disclipines. 

MISSION STATEMENT
  • We strive to teach sound, practical “real world” self-defense techniques.
 
  • We strive to provide quality instruction, facilities, and equipment so that each student will have the opportunity to advance to their greatest potential.
 
  • We strive to help our students strengthen their minds, bodies, and spirits.
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  • We strive to teach courtesy, integrity, perseverance, and self-control.
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  • We strive to inspire the quality of respect.
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  • We strive to instill honor, sense of accomplishment, and the inner strength needed to succeed in all aspects of life.
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