Jeet Kune Do Basics

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I have been a lifetime student of the martial arts as both a student and instructor (Judo, Jujitsu, Karate-Do, Kenjutsu, combatives etc.) for more than 50 years. When Bruce Lee came on the scene and his unique approach to the martial arts I had read everything I could on his fighting art of Jeet Kune Do. I even took a lesson from someone who was a student of Jeet Kune Do many years ago.Over the years I have read and wrote reviews on many martial art books including Jeet Kune Do, but I had not read this book until recently (Jeet Kune Do Basics by David Cheng Tuttle martial arts) when I purchased it at a bargain price on Amazon. This text covers in great detail some of the basic techniques and philosophy of Jeet Kune Do. This book is organized into six parts.The first part covers the history and development of Jeet Kune Do, as well as the different branches that were created after Bruce Lee’s untimely death in July 1973. The second part shows how to get started in studying Jeet Kune do and how to find a school and instructor. The third part deals with the basic foot work and other essential elements of Jeet Kune Do. Part four explains in detail the five ways of attack. Part five covers the tactical considerations in Jeet Kune Do. The final part provides ideas on how to advance yourself in learning Jeet Kune Do.The only complaint I have on this book is that they could have used a lot more photographs showing some of the techniques; nevertheless, this book could be a good reference source if used in combination with training with an authentic Jeet Kune Do instructor.Rating: 4 Stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Author: Karate Combatives: An official manual of Bushi Satori Ryu).

In an interview with Pierre Burton, Bruce Lee said, "All types of knowledge ultimately means self-knowledge." Many people would benefit from analyzing that statement to figure out what it means. I know I have, and that is why I can read a book like this (even though I don't practice JKD) and gain inspiration from it.If you practice another martial art, this book is still worth reading for two reasons: (1) It is always good to see how other martial artists do their thing, and (2) there are a TON of good ideas in here that could easily be adjusted to fit a different art. Hey, some of them can even be transferred directly, like what Mr. Cheng describes in the "Sparring Progression" section. In my opinion, the book overdelivers on the cost based on that section alone!All in all, this book would make a great addition to ANY martial artist's library.

Exellent book. Mr.Cheng has researched the original/JunFan version of jeet kune do as taught by Bruce Lee and has masterfully organized the information into an easy to understand format. The Tuttle "Basics" series is well designed. This book is already in second printing. I beleive it will be a standard in the field of Bruce Lee/JKD texts.Unfortunately there exists much political bias in the JKD field. Lines are typically drawn between those who practice the original JKD (when Bruce Lee taught and encouraged others to practice JKD as a martial art from late 1967 through 1970) and those who practice the JKD concept which Bruce Lee promoted after 1971 ( see for example the famous 1971 Black Belt article in which Bruce Lee states "I have not created a new martial art).Mr Cheng, who is schooled in both versions sticks to presenting the original 'Jeet kune Do as a martial art' version in this book.

Excellent book !In depth coverage of everything a beginner should know, learn and practice in the first 6 to 12 months JKD training.From the very very basics techniques, to tactics and combination, this book will amaze the reader with its semplicity yet detail.Step by step instructions, drills, exercises which will accompany for many months.i really feel that, when I will have practiced all the book, I will really be a "pretty good" beginner.Amazing !

It didn't tell me anything I don't know. I am skilled in Jeet Kune Do. If you are a beginner then the book is perfect. But, if you are advanced, this book is no good. As the book says, "BASICS" it is for beginners. But, hey....if you are a beginner, you will learn a lot from this book.

Can only say that I ordered for a friend and he was very pleased

This is a great book and it came in great time and condition...I now have the whole set and they have been extremely useful in helping me understand other styles of Martial Arts.

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Eine verworrene Sammlung zusammenhangloser Zitate und Gedanken. Wer daraus nutzen ziehen kann, weiß ich nicht aber mir persönlich entgeht jeder Sinn in diesem Werk.