A rift in JKD? When did this happen? Seriously, I think that everyone has a different interpretation of what JKD should be, which is fine because it is supposed to be an individual expression rather than a style. However, many teachers believe that their interpretation is the only one. JKD is just a name. For me, it is about being functional, and to be functional you have to test all of your techniques through very hard sparring, and train against a resisting partner. But that doesn't mean that this is the only way that JKD can be interpreted. Some think that it is what Bruce Lee did just before his death, or a certain area, or a philosophy.
I think the key for most is to know what your goals are in martial arts, then be sure that your training is in line with your goals; just like everyday life. Enjoy!
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"If you want to learn how to fight, you must practice fighting against someone who is fighting back!" Burton Richardson
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