Bruce Lee Jeet Kune Do

The three stages of a technique

Stage I (synchronization of self)

a. Correct form

b. Precision (augmenting speed progressively)

c. Synchronization of the whole

Stage II (synchronization with opponent)

a. Timing—the ability to seize an opportunity when given

b. Distance—correct maintenance of space

Stage III (application under fighting conditions)

a. Mobility

b. The physical ability to lengthen movements of arms and legs, in other words to increase reach

c. Resistance to fatigue, i.e., stamina

d. Spring and resilience

e. Physical and mental alertness

f. Imagination and anticipation

g. Courage to take chances

h. Speed progression • Strength progression

each hit must be painstakingly and patiently prepared.

Progressive target factors that all martial artists should consider

1. Distance and footwork (see sections on distance and footwork) in long-range fighting

2. The importance of fluid [interchange of] long-range fighting and close-range fighting and vice versa

“Defense is offense, offense is defense”

Offensive defense pointers

1. Use the longest (weapon) against the closest (target).

2. Use leg first in attack, then having bridged the gap, use the hands.

3. Make indirect attack out of them, feint head first if hitting low

Feinting is the art of using the body in feinting attack at one point, and then attacking another.

The three factors in a successful attack

1. A fine sense of timing

2. A perfect judgement of distance

3. A correct application of cadence

In martial art the essential attributes are:

1. The choice of the right stroke

2. The ability to execute it not only correctly, but at the right moment and at the right speed or cadence

The time hit

1. The final line in which the attack is delivered must be anticipated.

2. The executant must be covered.

3. The timing of the stroke must be perfect

Watch for the opponent’s styles, habits, and movements and use them for your advantage.