Jeet Kune Do Training

Jeet Kune DoJeet Kune Do is the name Bruce Lee gave to his martial arts approach. Bruce Lee used his Wing Chun training as a catapult for his teaching methods. Here are a few things that categorize Jeet Kune Do...


  • No uniforms or belts
  • No barefeet. Jeet Kune Do is practical and training without shoes is not very practical
  • No rearing back to hit. Jeet Kune Do hits from wherever the fist (or other weapon) is, without telegraphing intent.
  • Kicking in Jeet Kune Do uses the most direct route to a goal
  • Rigid or stiff movements are rarely practiced in Jeet Kune Do. Instead, Jeet Kune Do flows without excess or wasted effort
  • Jeet Kune Do doesn't strictly punch with a horizontal fist. Jeet Kune Do often uses the Wing Chun vertical fist (Chung Choi) for greater efficiency, protection of the centerline and increased trapping ability
  • Jeet Kune Do footwork is usually light, fast and flowing, especially at longer distances so wide low, rigid stances found in traditional karate aren't usually seen.
  • Sparring with real contact. Jeet Kune Do prefers substantial contact to prepare students for the reality on the streets.
  • Jeet Kune Do training uses pads, heavy bags, hanging Wing Chun sand bags and wooden “Mook Jong” dummies, etc. Learning to hit with speed, power and precision is essential.
  • Laid-back relaxed atmosphere. Students dressed in comfortable clothes that allow them to move well while training. Students should be free to talk to people during training helping each other to progress.
  • In Jeet Kune Do, nothing is wasted, everything becomes useful. All practice has a specific purpose.
  • Mobility is much more pronounced in Jeet Kune Do, with an emphasis on becoming “light-footed”, fast and economical. Having good footwork to close the gap, without being beaten to the punch or kick, is crucial.