London Group: Martin Donnelly

Hello, My Name is Martin Donnelly. I teach a group under Sifu Carruthers, in London, England, in the UK. We currently meet once a week, on a Thursday evening 8.30pm-10pm, held in Studio 1, LA Fitness, East Barnet, EN4, London. We aim to be training twice a week in the near future, but for now its once a week.

In our group, the material we practice has been passed down, from Sifu Carruthers, so the students get the chance to learn QUALITY JEET KUNE DO, the way it was meant to be taught, simple, direct and efficient. Things they can use in real confrontations, to defend themselves.

The focus in Jeet Kune Do, is to develop strong foundations. The stance, footwork in all directions, and straight lead punch, are core elements to being skilled in Bruce Lee's Martial Art, therefore we spend a good amount of time studying, and training these elements.

Later down the line we begin to look at use of other hand techniques, like the backfist, finger jab, and hook for example, as well as kicking techniques, such as the groin kick, the sidekick, and the hookick, and ways in which these can be used in quick and powerful combinations.

We practice breaking down each technique, into small components, so our bodies can absorb it, and then we bolt it back together, and practice the techniques on various apparatus, and in various drills. For example, on the Paper target, the focus pads, and importantly, in alive drills with our training partners, wearing protective gear for safety.

The students are still in the early days at the moment of writing this, but with patience, dedication, and hard work, they will surely become good martial artists with a good understanding of Bruce Lees Art, and how they can use it to defend themselves.

If anyone is interested in training with our group, please email me. email- kade_b@hotmail.co.uk

Best wishes in your training. Martin Donnelly.