Jeet Kune Do Basics

David Cheng

ISBN 10: 0804845883 / ISBN 13: 9780804845885

Published by Tuttle Publishing, US, 2018

About this Item

As a foundation, the book recalls the origination of Jeet Kune Do - the philosophy, history, and different styles of the martial art. This gives readers an important reference point on how the practice evolved. From there, the book explains how to choose a school, taking readers through their first class including the etiquette and dress requirements. The basic elements of the style - stances, footwork, upper body and lower body techniques, and grappling are all well represented and defined. Building upon this solid groundwork, the book informs readers of the five ways of attack, including the single direct attack, the attack by combination, the progressive indirect attack, the attack by drawing, and the hand immobilization attack. Fighting instructions include the tactical considerations of Jeet Kune Do practice such as defenses, counterattacks, and sparring. The book concludes with a comprehensive list of resources to help students further develop their knowledge of and training in Jeet Kune Do. Thorough compact and easy-to-read, this book gives readers everything they'll need to start their practice of this important fighting art.

Seller Inventory # LU-9780804845885

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Jeet Kune Do Basics
• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing, US
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0804845883
• ISBN 13: 9780804845885
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Are you planning to learn Jeet Kune Do, but don't know where to begin? Are you looking for a teacher? Are you taking a class but confused by technical terms like Progressive Indirect Attack, Fighting Measure or Broken Rhythm?

Jeet Kune Do Basics teaches you all the fundamentals of this martial art form in a clear and easy-to-understand manner! This book contains the following vital information:

• The origins of Jeet Kune Do—its philosophy, history and training methods
• How to find a teacher and a class that are right for you
• Getting ready for your first class—what happens in a Jeet Kune Do class?
• The essential elements of Jeet Kune Do—stances, footwork, upper and lower body techniques and grappling moves
• How to complement your Jeet Kune Do training with drills and conditioning
• Ways to improve your technique through tactical moves—defenses, counterattacks and sparring
• Resources to help you develop your knowledge and training in Jeet Kune Do

Whether you're just getting started or have already been training for a year or two, Jeet Kune Do Basics offers an easy yet comprehensive introduction to the sport that will make you feel more confident and enable you to become successful much more quickly.

About the Author

David Cheng is a certified instructor in Jeet Kune Do under Chris Kent. He teaches Jeet Kune Do as passed on by Dan Inosanto, Bruce Lee's protege, and other direct students of Bruce Lee. He has written numerous articles on Jeet Kune Do and teaches seminars around the country.