This lesson provides a brief history and overview of the Jian, as well as basic practice drills to develop a familiarity with holding and moving the sword.

In this lesson, learn about alignment, posture, and body connection for Chinese straight sword work, as well as conditioning exercises for Jian movement.

In this lesson, learn the basic steps of Chinese swordplay, including common advances and retreats, lateral stepping and lunging, and weight shifting.

In this lesson, learn the basic Jian attacks of cut and thrust, as well as the fundamental defensive positions for the Chinese straight sword.

In this lesson, learn the Jian swordplay counter attack to follow a successful defense, illustrated with both individual and partner demonstrations.

In this lesson, discover the use of the empty hand in Chinese Jian sword fighting with demonstrations emphasizing correct body mechanics and flow.

This lesson covers straight sword head wrapping and yielding blocks, guiding you through these more advanced styles of defense and building on the basics!

In this lesson, learn complex and compound Jian attacks, including how to seize and control your opponent’s weapon for an attack, and how to evade his defense.

In this lesson, learn about the greater and lesser circles of Chinese straight sword, where much of the characteristic movement of Jian combat is derived!