Cheng David. Jeet Kune Do Basics

Tokyo . Rutland , Vermont . Singapore : Tuttle Publishing ., — 2004 . — 203 p . — ISBN: 978-1-4629-0267-5
This useful and informative book offers a detailed overview of Jeet Kune Do practice while explaining the specific moves readers will need to perfect their techniques . 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 . Through compact and easy - to - read , this book gives readers everything they'll need to start their practice of this important fighting art.