Tessen-Do (Japanese Fan)
Learn Self-Defense
Tessen-Do teaches the basics of martial arts and self-defense while integrating the fan into movements and using it as an extension of the body. The basic principle of Tessen-Do is evasion, and movements learned teach how to break holds, guide objects away from our bodies, and deter the opponent from continuing.
Improve Your Fitness
Learning Tessen-Do provides a low impact, cardio workout, which provides a gentle and subtle approach that improves muscle tone and endurance; builds strength; increases flexibility; and improves balance.
The Tessen (Fan)
Our weapon is a metal-bladed fan that historically has 15 striking points. Not only can the fan be used to slice and stab your opponent, but it can also be used as a club to strike your opponent, or a way to distract someone while drawing them in. The fan was considered a weapon of last resort; however, it was a weapon that could be carried into homes when other weapons were surrendered.
Get Started Today
Don't wait to start your journey. Our fan classes are open to those ages 13 and up. We offer an introductory FREE fan class, with no contracts and no start-up costs to participate. Students wear comfortable clothes, learn all required basics (stances, strikes, blocks, & strikes), as well as a kata (form). We even loan you a fan for use during class!