Jerry Poteet's Jeet Kune Do

We are proud to announce that Coach James Bennett will be a guest Instructor at our Annual JPJKD Instructor Seminar in October! James is a Master Trainer of Cus D’Amato Boxing System, the style that enabled Mike Tyson to become the youngest heavyweight champion in history. James is a great teacher, and happy to share his years of knowledge! Come experience the best!

Excitement builds as our next JPJKD Seminar is less than a month away! If you want more than techniques, our seminar will give you the ESSENCE of Jeet Kune Do, and the tools to grow immeasurably. Experience the difference and join Sifu Fran Poteet-Joseph to start or continue your journey in JKD! This is open to all students, as well as those advanced students seeking instructor certification. Now is the time to refine your skills as well as update your training with new knowledge!

REMEMBERING THE DRAGON

Today marks 53 years since Bruce Lee’s untimely passing, at the age of only 32. His spirit, philosophy, and influence remain as powerful as ever. To us, Bruce Lee isn't just a legend. He was the teacher, mentor, and friend who forever changed the life of Jerry Poteet, one of Bruce's most dedicated students. Through what Jerry taught to us, that knowledge and legacy continue to inspire martial artists across the world today.

Bruce Lee revolutionized martial arts on film with breathtaking speed, realism, and intensity. He shattered Hollywood's stereotypes, proving that an Asian leading man could command the screen with confidence, intelligence, and unmatched presence. His final completed film, "Enter the Dragon," released shortly after his passing, became a worldwide phenomenon and forever changed action cinema.

However, Bruce's greatest legacy reaches far beyond movies. His philosophy challenged us to think independently, adapt without limits, and strive for continuous self-improvement. More than five decades later, his impact can still be seen in martial arts, combat sports, filmmaking, fitness, anime, video games, and countless lives inspired by his teachings.

Today, we honor not only the man, but the timeless ideas he shared--ideas that continue to live on through those who were fortunate enough to learn from him, including Jerry Poteet, and now through every student of ours dedicated to preserving that legacy.

THE SECRET

When I began training Jeet Kune Do with Sifu Jerry Poteet, I was hungry for the knowledge that would magically endow me with the same mastery and almost mystical skills of Sifu. Day after day, week after week, I trained ferociously, hoping for that inevitable breakthrough. I read volumes of Eastern and Western philosophy, tried meditation and yoga, (full disclosure: I HATE going slow!). I honed my body and reflexes to near Olympic level. Still, no breakthrough. The enlightenment I sought seemed always just out of reach. I pleaded with Sifu to give me the key, the secret to unlock every door. He just shook his head and laughed, and led me to the mirror. "You are the key. The secret is you!"

Now, years later, I look forward to sharing this precious Legacy at Seminars in Iowa, and Los Angeles.

Will secrets be revealed? That depends entirely on you...

🔥 August 22–23 – Train at a 2-Day JKD Seminar hosted by Sifu Todd Garrison at Shakeh Martial Arts in Burlington, IA.

🔥 October 10–11 – Join us for our Annual LA JPJKD Instructor Seminar hosted by Sifu Ed Monaghan at Ekata Martial Arts Academy in Valencia, CA.

Meet special guest Mike Gilette, world renowned strength and training expert! Mike is a long time friend and student of Jerry and I. He will be joining us next month for our Iowa JPJKD Seminar! This will be a 2-day JKD Seminar hosted by Sifu Todd Garrison and will be held at Shakeh Martial Arts in Burlington, IA, from August 22-23, 2026. Come and experience our PHILOSOPHY IN MOTION! Discover what Jerry Poteet learned from JKD founder, Bruce Lee!

Wishing everyone a safe and Happy 4th of July weekend!

Make this the year you take your Jeet Kune Do training to the next level! You're invited to join us for two incredible JPJKD seminars in 2026!

🔥 August 22–23 – Train at a 2-Day JKD Seminar hosted by Sifu Todd Garrison at Shakeh Martial Arts in Burlington, IA.

🔥 October 10–11 – Join us for our Annual LA JPJKD Instructor Seminar hosted by Sifu Ed Monaghan at Ekata Martial Arts Academy in Valencia, CA.

Whether you're a beginner, an experienced martial artist, or an advanced student pursuing instructor certification--all levels, styles, and lineages are welcome! Discover how to make Bruce Lee’s JKD work for you! Experience authentic JKD training alongside an outstanding group of instructors and students.

Register for one, or better yet, both today: https://www.jpjkd.com/jpjkd-event-registration/

You are invited to join us in October and discover Philosophy In Motion, with Jerry Poteet protégé Sifu Fran Poteet-Joseph! Experience the difference in our unique martial arts training! Upgrade your JKD/Martial Arts to the next level! You will learn; The Secret Speeds of Jeet Kune Do, Broken Rhythm Training, Bruce Lee’s modified Wing Chun, How to get Explosive Power, and much more! Our annual LA JPJKD Instructor Seminar will be held at Ekata Martial Arts Academy in Valencia, CA, from October 10-11, 2026.

Join us for our Iowa JPJKD Seminar! This will be a 2-day JKD Seminar hosted by Sifu Todd Garrison and will be held at Shakeh Martial Arts in Burlington, IA, from August 22-23, 2026. Come and experience our PHILOSOPHY IN MOTION! Discover what Jerry Poteet learned from Jeet Kune Do founder, Bruce Lee!

Watch JPJKD Instructor Sifu Ed Monaghan demonstrate how to achieve the precision, and explosive power of the Jeet Kune Do Front Kick in this short clip! Notice the front hand whip generating power!

Enjoy this clip of JPJKD Instructor Todd Garrison demonstrating why “the punch IS the trap!” Precision. Timing. Focus. Intensity. Real combat energy in motion!

Join us this summer in Burlington, IA, on August 22–23, and this fall in Los Angeles, CA, on October 10–11. Online registration will be announced next week.

Intensity. Precision. Legacy.

This isn’t technique, it’s years of discipline, mindset, and mastery all together. Every movement has purpose. Watch closely… this is what dedication looks like when it becomes instinct.

Happy Birthday, Shannon!

Your dedication to preserving your father’s legacy while forging your own path is truly inspiring. Through your work, you continue to share powerful lessons of discipline, philosophy, and self-expression with the world.

We’re currently locking in dates and locations for our upcoming JPJKD Seminars, and trust us you won’t want to miss what’s ahead! Powerful training and next-level growth are on the horizon.