Jeet Kune Do Footwork | Tutorial

JKD has a heavy emphasis on footwork. This video will showcase lots of important types of footwork within JKD. The first thing to keep in mind is your stance - knees slightly bent and back heel up. This allows powerful push shuffles from the back foot, complemented by fencing-like footwork for precise movement which makes it easier to come in and out.
Mix it up with the step and slide basics: forward, back, left, right. Master the art of distance control to land more strikes and stay safer in the process. Whether driving straight in or curving out, adapt your footwork to create openings.
Another essential motion is the slide step back, safeguarding your lead leg from danger. Use the slide step forward to deliver kicks, close the distance, and seamlessly transition into combos.
The snap away adds the element of half beat. By executing a push shuffle back, you set up counterattacks like the cross hook.
As mentioned above, distance control is vital. Footwork, along with drills like the mirror drill, enables you to monitor and invade your opponent's space. Think of the mirror drill as focus mitts without the striking.
Snap away with various techniques: straight lead, curve step, cross roll under, or rear straight. Employ the corkscrew, stepping away with a jab. Remember, footwork intertwines with punches and kicks, forming a cohesive whole.
Flow and fluidity are essential. Avoid robotic, jerky motions by practicing your footwork every day. Attack while in motion, combining head movement with footwork for enhanced effectiveness.
The rocker shuffle helps you find balance and agility in your stance. Advanced motions like the Demado shift, a slide step to the side, are a great way to get an angle.
All forward motion relies on three base motions: step, push, and slide. Step forward, push forward, and slide forward. The same applies to stepping, pushing, and sliding back.
Footwork is the cornerstone of fighting skills, whether striking, wrestling, or armed combat. Watch the dirty fighting video to witness the importance of footwork, even in a self defense situation. Basic footwork lays the foundation for mastery.
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