Eternal Arts Kung Fu

Our weapons expert Sifu Tex performing Strolling Dragon Sword.

Every movement in a traditional form has a purpose.

In this Wudang Jian two-person drill, Sophie and I demonstrate Ji Gim (Pressing Sword), a fundamental application that develops timing, distance, structure, and control. While this sequence looks simple, repeating it builds the coordination and precision needed for more advanced partner work.

We always encourage students to learn the solo movement first. Once the mechanics are understood, adding a partner helps reveal the intent behind the technique and develops skills that cannot be learned through solo practice alone.

Traditional martial arts are about more than memorizing forms—they’re about understanding how and why each movement works.

Follow along as we continue breaking down the Wudang Jian two-person set, one application at a time.

Learn how to properly fight with the straight sword!

Ji (press) Gim(sword) is a counter move to an opponent making a lunge or chop pressing the sword out side of the body to open for an attack.

This is the solo drill. The next video we will add a partner.

The Shepard”s Flocking Staff by Sifu Tex