When Mara changed the game and put him on the defensive, Galen knew this was most likely a test of his defensive skills. She was fast, just like Shaak Ti had been on Felucia. But at least Mara didn't have the Felucians and a sarlaac to call on for this. He quickly brought his saber up to parry her attacks, trying his best to counter them then to start striking back at her, but she wasn't giving him much of a chance for it.
After deflecting another blow, Galen leapt over her in hopes to catch her off guard so he could regain the advantage. He doubted it would last long. Mara seemed to be far more skilled than Shaak Ti had been. This was definitely one fight he was enjoying.