What is Jeet Kune Do?
Created by Bruce Lee, Jeet Kune Do (JKD) is not bound by tradition—it’s about what works. JKD combines striking, footwork, and real-world tactics to help you react quickly and effectively in any situation.
Why Train Jeet Kune Do at Water’s Edge?
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Learn Bruce Lee’s martial philosophy, focused on simplicity and effectiveness
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Develop self-defense skills that adapt to real-world situations
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Build confidence and mental sharpness along with physical skill
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Supportive environment for beginners and advanced martial artists alike
JKD is A Great Fit For:
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Beginners who want a practical and accessible martial art
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Martial artists from other styles looking to expand their skills
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Adults seeking real-world self-defense training
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Anyone who values adaptability, strategy, and personal growth
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Fitness-minded students who want to train both body and mind
The instructors and more senior students at Water's Edge are as kind and dedicated to helping you with your development as they are to their own.
After a year of training I started work as a security guard and found myself in a few dangerous situations, and the lessons I learned in class kept me safe over and over.
Angel S.
Where Expert Coaches Meet Community Recognition
Our Jeet Kune Do classes are led by instructors with decades of combined experience in Bruce Lee’s martial philosophy and related arts.
Water’s Edge Martial Arts has been voted ‘Best in Martial Arts’ in Syracuse (2023 & 2024), along with multiple Community Votes awards in 2024 and 2025
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