Cover Story Throwback: Bruce Lee
The cover of the Spring 1977 issue of Fighting Stars showcased the legendary Bruce Lee, poised for action. Known for his lightning-fast...
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Harinder Singh Sabharwal
Sep 16
Jeet Kune Do's Combat Philosophy: Timeless Teachings for Any Martial Art
Jeet Kune Do or “way of the intercepting fist,” is Bruce Lee’s gift to the martial arts world.
David Tadman
Sep 3
Q&A with Andrew Kimura: Jun Fan Gung Fu Leader and Taky Kimura's Son
When Bruce Lee opened his school in Seattle in 1960, he wanted to create a place where anyone could learn a self-defense method..
Black Belt Team
Sep 1
Unveiling the Mystique of Martial Arts: From Ancient Origins to Modern Influence
Martial arts have fascinated humanity for millennia, blending physical prowess with mental discipline in a way that transcends mere combat.
Black Belt Team
Aug 1
Cover Story Throwback: Dan Inosanto
In August 1984, the cover showcased Dan Inosanto demonstrating his nunchaku skills. He is recognized as the instructor who taught Bruce...
Black Belt Team
Jul 21
Fighting Stars Cover Story Throwback: Bruce Lee
The February 1979 cover of Fighting Stars features exclusive photos of Bruce Lee in the iconic yellow tracksuit from the movie Game of...
George Chung
Jul 20
How Bruce Lee Changed the World
As we delve into his legacy, we uncover how Lee's unique contributions continue to shape and inspire generations..
Robert Young
Jul 15
9 More Prime Principles: Jeet Kune Do Private Lesson With Tim Tackett, Part Two
When one person attacks another, the attacker always leaves something open. No human being can extend a limb without leaving an opening...
Black Belt Team
Jul 10
The Untouchable Legacy: Why There Will Never Be Another Bruce Lee
He wasn't just a martial artist; he was a philosopher, an actor, a filmmaker, and a visionary....
Dr. Craig D. Reid
Jul 9
Ascension: How Bruce Lee's Rise to Stardom Affected a Nation, a Planet and an Ailing Martial Artist
No one person in history has done more for the growth of martial arts and martial arts cinema than Bruce Lee..
Thomas Cruse
Jul 7
15 Minute Fighter: Jeet Kune Do + Filthy MMA = Maximum Effectiveness on the Street
You decide to close the distance and wind up in the clinch. Oops!
Robert Young
Jul 3
Prime Principles: A Private JKD Session with Tim Tackett
Tim Tackett used to be a schoolteacher, but he should have been a principal. Why? Because he knows all about principles...
Dr. Robert Wong MD
Jun 30
Body as Weapon; Discover Bruce Lee's Secret Formula: How His Revolutionary Training Techniques Transformed Martial Arts Forever!
When Lee moved, he embodied the perfect combination of efficiency, effectiveness and aesthetics....
Harinder Singh Sabharwal
Jun 19
Want to Maximize Your Fighting Ability? Try Combat Chess! QUEEN OF ALL MOVES!
One of Bruce Lee's preferred techniques was the straight right lead. He also taught the lead-hand finger jab, which is technically faster...
Dr. Craig D. Reid
Jun 16
Unmasking the Secrets Behind Bruce Lee's Iconic Martial Arts Films
Bruce Lee stands out as the most prominent figure in the martial arts realm. Despite his passing in 1973, his numerous admirers...
Teri Tom
Jun 11
Jeet Kune Do’s Straight Punch: Ted Wong’s Top Student Expounds Upon Bruce Lee’s Preferred Technique
Bruce Lee wrote, “The straight punch is the core of jeet kune do.” To write an article on the straight lead, then, is to write an article...
Black Belt Team
Jun 10
The Enduring Legacy of Bruce Lee: Beyond Martial Arts and into Popular Culture
Among these influential figures, Bruce Lee stands out as a transcendent icon whose impact has bridged martial arts, cinema..
Black Belt Team
Jun 8
Oakland to Honor Bruce Lee with Renamed Intersection
The city of Oakland is set to pay tribute to the legendary martial artist and actor Bruce Lee by renaming an intersection...
Dr. Z
May 28
What JEET KUNE DO Is, What It Isn’t and How You Can Learn It Right!
The jeet kune do conversations one sees on social media are reminiscent of the Los Angeles freeway system: They lead all over the place.
Black Belt Team
May 21
Bruce Lee Answers Letters to the Editor
Black Belt published a two-part article on Bruce Lee (Green Hornet's "Kato") in 1967. Black Belt received received a flood of letters...
Terry Wilson
May 14
Life on the Warrior's Path: Benny Urquidez
Benny Urquidez Talks About Chuck Norris, Bruce Lee, Ed Parker, Elvis Presley and the Man Who Motivated Him to Become a Champion! Benny...
Black Belt Team
May 9
Cover Story Throwback: Bruce Lee (1971)
Bruce Lee is featured on the 1971 cover, it was his second cover focused on Jeet Kune Do.
Jerry Beasley
May 7
Living Legacy: The Ever-Changing World of Jeet Kune Do Instruction
A surefire way to start a controversy is to create a top-10 list — in any field. Similarly, if you want to start an argument
Burton Richardson
Apr 30
Birth of Jeet Kune Do: When It Happened and Why It Matters
I had the privilege of teaching several sessions at Taky Kimura’s Jun Fan Gung Fu Institute of Seattle Instructors Conference in Washington.
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