Once a professional Epeeist in China, Tian Jin, Zhang Nan has gone through the rigorous system and fully understands the concept of ‘no pain, no gain’.  However a concept that he disagrees to a large extent. Zhang Nan believes that training need not always be painful and hard.

At times, the smart way is the easier and right way to go. A very patient coach who ensures that all his students understand what they are doing rather than executing their actions blindly.