Get Ready for Your First Jianfa Bout in 90 Days
Turn Your Chinese Swordsmanship into Real Combat Skill.
Follow a clear 3-phase training programme that takes you from solo practice to your first controlled, full-contact bout — even without a local teacher.
Beginner-friendly and valuable for experienced practitioners
Proven 90-day step-by-step roadmap
Monthly live session for feedback, with 30-day replays
Safe sparring progressions so you can train with confidence
Train alongside a worldwide sword family
No matter your starting point — beginner, lifelong form practitioner, or modern sword fighter — the Jianfa Blueprint gives you a clear, proven path to develop real fighting skill.
How the Jianfa Blueprint Will
TRANSFORM YOUR SWORDSMANSHIP
From your very first lesson, the Jianfa Blueprint gives you the structure, feedback, and practice you need to turn training time into real fighting skill.
Through the Jianfa Blueprint, you’ll:
Follow clear guidance so every training session moves you closer to confident sparring
Access follow-at-home video lessons you can replay until each movement becomes second nature
Join live monthly webinars to sharpen your technique and get personal feedback from experienced instructors
Learn proven historical techniques that work in real duels, not just in demonstrations
Use safe, modern sparring methods so you can apply what you learn without risking injury
Connect with a worldwide community to share progress, challenges, and victories
JOIN 100's OF PRACTITIONERS AND TEACHERS AROUND THE WORLD.
JOIN 100's OF PRACTITIONERS AND TEACHERS AROUND THE WORLD.
Your Step-By-Step 90-Day Roadmap to Confident Sparring — All for Just $7 a Month
(And yes… you get all of this for just $7/month after your free trial — less than the cost of a takeaway coffee.)
Phase 1 –Build Your Swordsmanship Foundation (Days 1–30)
Master the essentials: grip, stance, structure, and body mechanics
Learn a simple but complete cutting sequence
Understand the key strategy that underlies all Chinese swordsmanship
Phase 2 – Unlock the Core Skills for Freeplay (Days 31–60)
Learn all the fundamental cuts — the building blocks of swordplay
Add solo drills, basic footwork, and short formations for fluid combinations
Improve your strength, coordination, and readiness for sparring
Phase 3 – Train for Real Opponents (Days 61–90)
Safely move from solo to partner drills
Build confidence against full-power attacks
Apply techniques in live, controlled sparring
Phase 4 – Keep Growing & Sharpening Your Skills (Included in Your Membership)
Monthly Live Webinars — Real-time Q&A, live corrections, and extra training you can’t get from video alone
Advanced Lessons — Accuracy drills, technique refinement, and problem-solving for your sparring challenges
Worldwide Community — Share your wins, get feedback, and stay motivated with like-minded practitioners
All this for just $7/month after your free trial.
Cancel anytime. No risk — just results.
About The Academy
You’re Not Alone — Join the Worldwide Jianfa Revival
For too long, Chinese swordsmanship has been treated as a performance art — elegant forms with no fighting context.
We’re here to change that.
Whether you're a lifelong practitioner who's never sparred, a modern swordsman curious about Chinese weapons, or a teacher looking for structure — you're not alone anymore.
Led by Scott M. Rodell, a pioneer with 30+ years of experience, our academy blends historical accuracy with full-contact application.
Through structured weapon paths, live coaching, in-person seminars/retreats, and a global community, we’re building something bigger than a course — we're restoring a living martial art.
Our Mission
Our goal is to build not just a school, but a movement.
To foster a worldwide revival of Chinese swordsmanship, with vibrant study groups, world-class tournaments, and practitioners committed to mastering and preserving the art.
✅ You don’t need a local teacher.
✅ You don’t need to figure it out alone.
✅ You just need to start.
TESTIMONIALS
Why Hundreds of Students Trust the Jianfa Blueprint
Here’s what real students are saying after just weeks of following the Jianfa Blueprint — from complete beginners to experienced martial artists, the results speak for themselves.
"Without the Academy, I’d still be mindlessly swinging my Jian. Now, I have structure, proper technique, and the confidence to spar."
- BOB S
"Being able to watch the lessons as many times as I wanted made learning the basics empowering. My forms are now far more practical."
- NEIL W.
"After years of learning forms, I finally understand how to use these weapons for their intended purpose."
- NICOLA B
"This system has streamlined everything we do at our school. The shared blueprint across Academy groups keeps training focused and effective."
- DAVID M
"Studying at the Academy changed how I think about weapons — from flow to countering, it’s completely reshaped my approach."
- LAURA M.
"Joining the Academy helped me re-contextualize everything I thought I knew about the sword, and even inspired me to start my own study group."
- JOHN P
"Laoshi’s focus on practical application and willingness to spar at full speed pushed my skills to a new level. Having the lessons on hand is a huge bonus."
- KYLE F
"It’s having expert teaching in your home on demand. The study paths give students like me a structure to build on."
- TOM D.
Here’s Everything You Get —
All for $7/Month After Your Free Trial
This isn’t just a course — it’s your complete support system for learning real Chinese swordsmanship:
A Proven 90-Day Roadmap – Step-by-step training from fundamentals to confident sparring. No guesswork, no wasted time.
Follow-at-Home Lessons – Clear video tutorials you can replay until every movement feels natural.
Value authenticity, proven skill, and a welcoming community
Real Sparring Skills – Learn how to transition into partner practice with confidence and clear safety frameworks.
Worldwide Sword Community – Connect, share, and grow with practitioners across the globe.
Ongoing Growth – Accuracy drills, advanced lessons, and new content to keep your swordplay improving.
Peace of Mind – 7-day free trial, cancel anytime, and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
I don’t have a sword. How can I start?
No problem — many members begin with a simple wooden or synthetic practice sword, which is inexpensive and easy to find online. We’ll guide you on what to get and how to start safely.
I’m a total beginner. Is the Academy suitable for me?
Absolutely. The Jianfa Blueprint is designed so you can start from zero and progress step-by-step. You’ll never feel lost — every lesson builds on the last.
Can I genuinely learn swordsmanship online?
Yes — our structured video lessons, live webinars, and direct feedback mean you’re never training in a vacuum. Hundreds of students worldwide are already sparring confidently thanks to this system.
I’ve been practicing sword forms for years. What’s in it for me at the Academy?
If you’ve mastered forms but never learned how to apply them in sparring, this is where it all clicks. We bridge the gap between solo form and live combat application.
What if I change my mind about the membership?
You can cancel anytime. We also have a 30-day money-back guarantee — no hassle, no hard feelings.
How does the 7-day free trial work?
Sign up today, get full access immediately, and explore everything for 7 days without paying a penny. If you love it, keep going for just $7/month.
I live in a different time zone. Will I miss out on the live webinars?
Not at all — every webinar is recorded and available for replay for 30 days, so you can watch (and rewatch) on your own schedule.
I live in a different time zone. Will I miss out on the live webinars?
Not at all — every webinar is recorded and available for replay for 30 days, so you can watch (and rewatch) on your own schedule.
What if I don’t have anyone to spar with locally?
No problem. We’ll show you solo drills and partner drills that can be adapted with minimal equipment, plus ways to connect online with other members for feedback until you can spar in person.
Do I need to be fit or flexible to start?
Not at all. The Blueprint is designed to build your strength, coordination, and stamina gradually, regardless of your starting point.
Your Moment to Start is Now!
For less than the cost of a takeaway coffee, you can join a worldwide revival of Chinese swordsmanship — with a clear path, expert coaching, and a community that’s got your back.
Don’t let another month of training go by without progress you can feel in every cut and every bout.
Pick up your sword, start your free trial, and make the next 90 days the most transformative in your training.
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Academy of Chinese Swordsmanship, 3543 Marvin Street
Annandale, VA 22003
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