Alan Armstrong

Does the sample video look like JKD or something else? Mostly, but there's some TKD-type stuff in there Do you incorporate JKD in to your personal style? It pretty much IS, but I would call it an approach, not a style Have you ever sparred with a JKD practitioner? Yes Did Bruce Lee have an influence on you becoming a martial artist? Not directly How different is JKD to Wing Chun and what are those differences? Wing Chun was a basis. JKD added in boxing and fencing principles. How different is JKD compared to your main style? From my original style, night & day. Are JKD concepts difficult to comprehend or understand? It's the implementation that is difficult. I don't believe JKD is suitable for beginners. Do you believe JKD is mostly a standup striking type of martial art? As it was practiced by Bruce Lee, yes Is JKD a useful method of self defense or should it stay in motion picture industry? Yes, refer to Lee's book on self defense. It's a poor question because what he did in the movies doesn't accurately represent JKD? Is it right to call Bruce Lee the father of MMA? Of course not. Long before him there were "combination men" who were both boxers and wrestlers, and Asian arts such as jujitsu and Hapkido that integrated striking, throws, grappling. Why do you think, Bruce Lee's quotes are used very often by none JKD martial artists? Because he was a philosophy student and very quotable Has Bruce Lee's influence on martial arts been a good thing or perhaps not? That's like asking if Jimi Hendrix had a good influence on rock guitar. Does the sample video look like JKD or something else? Mostly, but there's some TKD-type stuff in there Isn't TKD something Bruce Lee learned? Do you incorporate JKD in to your personal style? It pretty much IS, but I would call it an approach, not a style How does your JDK approach differ from a style? Have you ever sparred with a JKD practitioner? Yes What did you learn from sparring with a JKD practioner? Did Bruce Lee have an influence on you becoming a martial artist? Not directly If not directly, then was it an indirect influence through popular culture? How different is JKD to Wing Chun and what are those differences? Wing Chun was a basis. JKD added in boxing and fencing principles. Are there other principles in JKD not mentioned? How different is JKD compared to your main style? From my original style, night & day. Does your original style fit in with your JKD approach? Are JKD concepts difficult to comprehend or understand? It's the implementation that is difficult. I don't believe JKD is suitable for beginners. If JKD isn't suitable for beginners then how should they start their martial art journey? Do you believe JKD is mostly a standup striking type of martial art? As it was practiced by Bruce Lee, yes Bruce Lee used what works for him, wouldn't that include grappling also? Is JKD a useful method of self defense or should it stay in motion picture industry? Yes, refer to Lee's book on self defense. It's a poor question because what he did in the movies doesn't accurately represent JKD? Are there two types of JKD that Bruce lee practiced, one for the street and the other for the movies? Is it right to call Bruce Lee the father of MMA? Of course not. Long before him there were "combination men" who were both boxers and wrestlers, and Asian arts such as jujitsu and Hapkido that integrated striking, throws, grappling. Is calling Bruce Lee "The father of MMA" just a way of promoting it in our day and age? Why do you think, Bruce Lee's quotes are used very often by none JKD martial artists? Because he was a philosophy student and very quotable Why is it, that those that don't practice JKD quote it, when it can conflict with there style? Has Bruce Lee's influence on martial arts been a good thing or perhaps not? That's like asking if Jimi Hendrix had a good influence on rock guitar. Bruce Lee had many enemies while he was alive, due to teaching none Chinese, could he have prevented this from happening by just keeping JKD in the movies?

Trepidation (a nervousness or fearful feeling) in martial arts, that is a common psychological barrier, for many students to overcome. Here is an explanation by Rick Hotton, to start this topic with.

Do you think men and women are separated in almost all competitive arenas, be it combative or otherwise, because of weak minds and inferiority complexes? You've made no counter argument to the scientifically accepted physiological differences between men and women. Men are on the whole are more powerful and athletic than women which in a combative, rules based sport gives them an almost unassailable advantage. It's neither fair or unfair, it's the product of evolution. Evidence of the same can be seen in the animal kingdom and also exceptions. Our species just so happens to have evolved to make men, generally, larger, faster and stronger. I'm saying "men and women are different" and you seem to be reading "women are not as good as men" and also seem to be jumping to the conclusion that I promote a falsehood when I do nothing of the sort. I'm just observing what's in front of me. I re-entered the discussion because there a lot of video links being posted with no one discussing their merits. Some of them were quite frankly farcical. The Chloe Bruce video displayed a lot of gymnastic ability but next to nothing of what is required to win a fight. She came to prominence doing a fight sequence on Britain's Got Talent and I can't find footgae a fight of hers which isn't choreographed. I think there are those, that are happy to hide behind their inferiority complexes and fears and try to justify them with stereotype explanations; instead of being able to make up their minds without having to rely on cliché's.I like the term used ("make men, generally, larger, faster and stronger") Using the word "generally" doesn't seem very scientific or "on the whole" sounds vague; are these to imply "sort of" or "mostly" ? By all means, believe in generalized, scientific research, on the whole, it's the most easy way out for many, letting others create opinions for them. I personally do not believe in other peoples observations, my preference is to use my own judgment based on personal experiences. If Chloe Bruce wasn't showing as you say "but next to nothing of what is required to win a fight" Then why is she in the middle of a boxing ring doing her thing, while surrounded by fight fans cheering her on (I'm just observing what's in front of me) could the appreciation be because she does have what it takes to win a fight? Decide for yourself Chloe Bruce https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=rHJiuFAVsIA

Bill Wallace will get you back in to great kicking shape. Here is one of many to get you going again.

When teaching martial arts, frugality is the last thing I have in mind. Put out or get out! When teaching one on/to one, I unlike others, my class ends when the student decideds to end it. One hour or ten, the class ends when the student taps out. A student will only get out what is put in. Frugality has its place as in not being wasteful, implying that being thoughtful is being sensible. A student being frugal when training, might as well do something else other than wasting valuable time.

The fight science show proves that it is in fact fake; the producers of the show should have been sitting in place of the dummy, getting head shots, for insulting the intelligence of the viewers.I'm not convinced that males are better fighters than females just based on strength/muscle size. How is it that this person (female) is only displaying martial art skills, that are obviously far more superior than the (male) combative fighters? https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=rHJiuFAVsIA Never should any person male or female assume that they will loose a fight due to being smaller or weaker; those that promote bigger is better, are the irresponsible weak minded people, that have no real business promoting, their inferiority complexes on others.

That is great, mixing up the training, opening up the mind to the different possibilities.I'm all for the mixed terrain training, urban concrete, mats, sand, grass, rocks or gravel including ice and snow. Footwear must match the environment, the only real way to know is to practice in as many aspects as possible, to get a feel for what works and what doesn't, in the most realistic ways available.

No Thank You! Trapping techniques are a big part of the Wing Chun system, with the idea of one hand trapping two, leaving one hand free to strike with. In Wing Chun trapping and striking is done simultaneously in one move, as opposed to trap then strike; in two. Continue what you are doing and practicing diligently, they are highly effective and especially useful tools for any martial artist. I would suggest (time permitting) to look at how it is done from a Wing Chun perspective, as these techniques are also practiced on a Wing Chun wooden dummy. Another aspect from Wing Chun is that the techniques are practiced blind fold, as to increase the tactile qualities; propreceptive training.

It is crazy not having any self defense skills, knowledge or experience; compounding the craziness by becoming weak and frail due to inactivity and a unhealthy lifestyle, all the while, obliviously traveling on a path paved for victims.

BJJ could be considered as a physical chess game, while wearing a GI; each move brings the person closer to victory. These friendly discussion here are a type of, free for all intellectual chess game; which can broaden each others perspectives, no matter win, loose or draw; participation and challenging each other with these encounters benefits and promotes a healthy understanding of the broad spectrum, that we understand as martial arts.

Did you watch the video? She turned up at the gym for sparring pretending to be a beginner when she was in fact a MT champ. The guys spar lightly with her then she switches it on and shows what she can do. It isn't even remotely relevant to the discussion we had here. This is an open discussion, what doesn't seem relevant to one person doesn't mean it isn't to another.I see this video as relevant to this discussion, therefore it works for me. The males in this video, most definitely changed their opinion of women fighters after this encounter. The way the male was taunting the girl wasn't right, she turned the tables on him and looked slightly humiliated, something he deserved. The girl is clearly a superior fighter than the males and by no means bigger, isn't that biologically relevant enough? (Happy to see you back in the discussion, mushybees) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- mushybees Yellow Belt Joined: 16 Nov 2014 Posts: 78 Location: UK Styles: Wado ryu (Wado-kai) PostPosted: Sun Aug 06, 2017 5:53 am I carry no demons. In every other way apart from physical makeup women are the equal of men and surpass them in others. In some species the female is larger and stronger than the male. Denying biology isn't being a feminist. It's clear we don't agree on this subject so with the utmost respect I'll bow out

Blind assumptions Due to knowing people have blind assumptions, makes it easier for mindfulness people to win fights. This is due to them making up their mind blindly, without knowing or considering the facts first; underestimating their opponent that usually, gets rewarded with a sucker punch. Underestimating dangerous situations, places and people can easily fall victim to assumptions of being safe. A martial artist's needs to be mindful and never to be lead in to assumptions blindly. Martial artists looks like a bunch of high kicking and punching enthusiasts, to the outside world, let them think or assume what they like, you as a martial artist need to have a greater perception than everyone around you. Sense violence in people, notice criminal elements in clothing and gestures, be aware of impending dangers. To assume everyone are harmless or dangerous isn't right either, being mindful without assumptions will keep you at a safe advantage than most. Assumptions can also be educated guesses, that can be based on probabilities, hunches or intuition, this is fine when hypothesizing or problem solving; fine when pondering or meditating on a subject but never when you could be in danger. Martial arts is active-fast-responsive making the right decisions in the right moment, with no room or time for making none productive, meaningless assumptions.

Something not very surprising, well not to me...

Martial artists have a reason or method to their madness which is called "self defense" usually against crazy people.

Facts vs assumptions in martial arts Making assumptions about others regarding martial arts is very easy to do without knowing the facts first. Assumptions are the mothers of all mistakes; is this true? Can you tell the difference between facts and making assumptions yourself and those that others make? Actually making assumptions can be very funny.

If you study the arts and do so for a life time does this make you a hobbiest or a pro. What makes someone a pro? Is it strictly fighting, teaching, etc? A MA'ist IMHO is someone that diligently seeks to learn a form of combative art and to improve themselves within that art to the extent that they can effectively defend themselves. Does that make them a hobbiest or a pro? In my mind hobbiest is someone that does something every now and then with no intent on making it a staple component in their lives. Most MA'ists would not fit this description. I'm sure you could also call a person that teaches for the love of it rather than for the money a hobbiest. If so guilty. Being a pro just means you have gone into the fight game full time. That does not mean your successful doing so. So no. Kind of think you feel that those that study the arts are out to hurt others. If so you have not met many MA'ists. However yes the truth is that we learn to stop, hurt, maim and even kill. But that does not mean this is the underlying intention of those that study the arts. It was created for battle so you are going to learn combative techniques. It's what the individual gets out of it that's important not an assumption of sadism or violence that one might put onto the practitioner. Hope to start a topic on "assumptions in martial arts" but not yet. (Referring to the bold type)

Entertaining. Funny. But what does this have to do with JKD and whether it lives or dies with Bruce? It's parody not real life. Point is from the beginning of this topic, impersonation in this case parody.

Well done MatsuShinshii very much appreciate reading your comments, they are accurate and straight to the point. Thank you!

Wing Chun Girl vs Bruce Li

The path of most resistance, is just as important as the path of the least. Knowing how to use one or the other makes for a formidable opponent. Skilled in both makes for a winning combination. Mastering both is knowing where they devide. The genius simply forgets they exist.

Martial arts is one of those subjects that sells itself short. With highly skilled individuals practically giving away there knowledge and experience for low compensation. As paying for martial art instruction should be cheap; why is that? Just imagine for a moment if the MA CI was paid what he or she is really worth and not what people think they are worth. Martial arts as a cheap alternative to other sporting activities, is attracting unenthusiastic students with eventually low motivated unappreciated CI's. If traditional martial arts practicing frugality is a way to keep the spirit alive for future generations, then students need to raise the fees NOW as later you will be in their position; probably not, due to it not being financially viable.

A tip from BJJ; how do you know when you are using more strength than you should be? This is why applying techniques properly (is less tiring for yourself and is very tiring for the opponent) the right way by truly understanding about the pathways of none resistance and using them to the increase your chances of winning any fight.

Is frugality a part of your martial art journey? Less is more can be applied to frugality, have you used this idea inside and outside of the dojo and how? Frugality can be applied to exercise equipment, by having more than you realistically need, do you really need more, how do you justify the need? Many martial artist in oriental countries practice frugality in their religion, would you be able to adapt to this way of life? Is it possible to be a "frugal maist" in a consumer society? Food and eating habits is how a person can be frugal, due to the over buying of food and then throwing it away, can you do better in this respect? Living on less can bring with it a higher quality of life, is this true for you?

Bruce Lee the lost interview https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3mz2DEnE_y4

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