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TANDEZ ACADEMY
OF MARTIAL ARTS
Exploring the World of Martial Arts: Techniques, Benefits, and Training Tips
by Adrian Tandez
SiFu Adrian Tandez
May 23, 20246 min read
Dealing with a Bigger, Stronger Opponent? Then Jeet Kune Do is For You!
Jeet Kune Do is Dedicated to Practical Self-Defense When you learn martial arts that were designed for tournaments and all types of...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
May 7, 20243 min read
The Risks of Relying on Running for Self-Defense: Why Jeet Kune Do Offers a Better Alternative
Jeet Kune Do Dispels the Myths About Self-Defense One of the biggest myths about self-defense is the notion that running away is always...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Apr 21, 20244 min read
The Limitations of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Street Self-Defense: Why Jeet Kune Do Offers a More Practical Approach
Why Jeet Kune Do Offers a More Practical Approach for Street Self-Defense Compared to the Limitations of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Brazilian...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Mar 31, 202411 min read
Empower Yourself: Why Kali Escrima is the Ultimate Choice for Women's Self-Defense
When it comes to realistic self-defense, going empty-handed should always be treated as a last resort. Having a weapon you can use...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Mar 10, 20244 min read
The Major Role of Muay Thai in Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do
When most people think of Bruce Lee, the first thing they think of is what they've seen him do in his movies. It's inevitable. They think...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Feb 4, 202411 min read
Why Jeet Kune Do is the Ultimate Self-Defense System: Top 10 Reasons
Every martial art claims they're the best. Each claims they're the best at fighting, at self-defense, at kicking ass etc. But if you look...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Jan 28, 20246 min read
The Art of Groin Kicking: Understanding Jeet Kune Do's Approach
Nothing is funnier to watch on screen than when you see a villain get kicked in the groin, especially if he deserves it. It's because we...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Jan 11, 20244 min read
Defending Yourself: Kali Escrima Techniques to Stop a Knife Attack
Let's get to point, no pun intended. What do you when you're facing a person intent on hurting you or killing you with a knife? There are...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Dec 14, 20236 min read
Top 4 Targets to Strike in Self-Defense Situations
Imagine you're a college student walking back to your dorm late at night. You check your watch. It's almost two a.m. in the morning and...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Dec 12, 20235 min read
Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do: How It Became The Ultimate American Martial Art
A popular mural of Bruce Lee can be found in Chinatown, San Francisco. This was done in memory of one of the greatest Californians who...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Dec 9, 20236 min read
The Power of Surprise: Never Show Your Hand Before You Act - A Jeet Kune Do Rule
In the history of warfare, you'll notice a similarity with all the armies who won their battles. You'll notice that the winners often won...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Dec 7, 20236 min read
Knockout Power: Unleashing the Best Punch for Self-Defense Scenarios
Everyone on the planet has seen what a punch looks like. We're all familiar with it. We base our understanding of punching on what we see...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Nov 27, 20239 min read
5 Effective Tips to Overpower and Crush Your Opponents Despite Your Size.
I'm a huge fan of Brock Purdy! When you watch Brock Purdy, the quarterback of the San Francisco 49ers, you can't help but notice his...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Nov 12, 20237 min read
The Impact of Filipino Boxing on Western Boxing: A Real Story
This is a story that every boxing fan should know about, but most everyone has never heard of. I'm here to change that. During my years...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Nov 5, 20234 min read
De-Fanging the Snake: Kali's Secret Weapon
If you ever find yourself in a bad situation where you're facing a punk armed with a knife, you better hope you can run faster than he...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Nov 2, 20234 min read
When You're Being Attacked and You Can't See It Coming! What Do You Do?
You can either see it coming or you can't, and by then it's too late. That's the true nature of street violence. It's over in seconds and...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Oct 19, 20234 min read
Why Adrenalin May Not Be Your Ally in a Fight
A major subject we often discuss at Tandez Academy is what is the ideal mental and physical state for combat. Violent conflicts are...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Oct 17, 20232 min read
Is Power Really the Most Important Quality in Fighting?
We've all heard that famous line from "Enter the Dragon" - Boards don't hit back. Bruce Lee said that after Bob Wall punched a bunch of...
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Oct 17, 20232 min read
Where Do You Look At During a Fight?
Have you ever wondered where you look at during a fight? We're not talking about competition-based fighting, like boxing or taekwondo....
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SiFu Adrian Tandez
Oct 17, 20233 min read
Self-Defense Does NOT Exist! It's a LIE
Here's the first truth: the term "self-defense" is a lie. It's a legal term. True self-defense does not exist. Why? Because the only way...
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