Way of the intercepting fist
JKD is a scientific, simple, and no-nonsense method of self-defense straight from the mind of Bruce Lee.
A precision system of self-defense that’s as safe and fun to learn as it is effective.
Taught by fully certified and knowledgeable instructors with decades of experience.
Private and beginner-friendly classes available.
Jeet Kune Do Schedule
JKD Foundations
Mon & Thur
6:00 - 7:00p
Fri
Private Classes
Sat
10:00 - 11:00a
Intermediate Level
Tue & Wed
6:00 - 7:00p
Wed
7:00 - 8:00p(Weapons)
Fri
Private Classes
Sat
10:00 - 11:00a
Advanced Level
Mon
7:00 - 8:00p
Wed
7:00 - 8:00p(Weapons)
Fri
Private Classes
Sat
10:00 - 11:00a
Real World
Self-Defense
The skills and knowledge everyone needs to protect themselves and the ones they love.
Learning the philosophy and science of Jeet Kune Do will be the most fun you’ve ever had. It brings mind and body together as a martial art should. In a world of distractions and social media, you’ll get more focused, train hard with great people, get in incredible shape, and learn real-world self-defense. JKD is a modern martial art built on the timeless truths of discipline under pressure, self-control, and respect.
Greenville Academy is the only fully certified Original JKD school in the Upstate. For more info (and we mean a lot) on Jeet Kune Do and our lineage, you’re encouraged to visit: cornerstoneJKD.com
Do you teach defense against weapons?
We do... but not how you'd think. Defending yourself against an armed assailant when you dont have a weapon is a horrible, horrible scenario that we teach you how to avoid first, equalize second, and then resis third - as a completely last resort.
FISTIC SCIENCE FOR EVERYONE
Jeet Kune Do is a science you’ll love. Instead of learning tons of moves you’ll learn to hit and move. Scientifically. No one can hurt you if they can’t hit you. That’s a critical fact ignored if our focus shifts to competition rather than self-defense. But JKD is a science of footwork designed to make the aggressor miss through precision movement and then make him pay with punches, eye-jabs, and kicks to the groin and knee. Everyone can learn it. You don’t need to be a UFC champion to know how to defend yourself.
Is it better than MMA for Self-Defense?
Nothing is perfect. Everything depends on training. JKD, though, is more logically consistent with the goal of self-defense than MMA is. It’s also MUCH safer in training. If you’re interested in competition, do MMA. If you seek a great martial art for self-defense and personal discipline, JKD is the way to go!
SIMPLE, SAFE, EFFECTIVE
Your training should reflect your goal, right? Training like an MMA fighter is great if you have a cage fight coming. But self-defense isn’t sport. In JKD learn Bruce Lee’s brilliant art and science of self-defense for when and where it counts. There aren’t mats out there. Or weight classes. No rules. JKD gives you the tools and tactics you need to truly protect yourself and/or family in a great training environment.
Do you teach multiple opponent defense?
Absolutely. Every technique and tactic is designed to work against the reality that you might be fighting more than one person. And the brilliant part is that everything is integrated, so you don't fight one way against a single opponent and another against multiple attackers.
Get In The
Best Shape of Your Life
Because no one looks in the mirror and wishes they were in worse shape.
Work at your own pace as you practice on the focus mitts, with your classmates, and even your instructors to develop the speed, power, and endurance you need to turn your body into a weapon that you can trust your life with. There's something for everyone no matter where you're starting from.
Is it similar to Krav Maga?
Yes. Both Krav Maga and Jeet Kune Do intend to be used primarily for self-defense, not sport.