In 2004, I started training Jeet Kune Do. At the time, I had no idea that it would become such an important part of my life.

I had always been fascinated by Bruce Lee, but training in his art was never something that was available to me when I lived in France. I began training at the Stefan Nikander School in Stockholm and later that year I had the opportunity to attend a seminar with Ted Wong.

Meeting Ted was a turning point for me. His calmness, kindness and way of teaching made a lasting impression. Over the years, JKD became much more than learning techniques. It brought friendships, travel, hard training, injuries, challenges and memories that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Through JKD, Mikael and I had the opportunity to travel to San Francisco and visit places connected to Bruce Lee, meet people from his circle, and celebrate Bruce Lee’s 70th birthday in 2010. These experiences are a big part of what makes this journey so meaningful.

Over more than twenty years, life has changed. People have moved on, training groups have become smaller, and injuries and other responsibilities have sometimes made training difficult. But the journey never really stopped.

Today, we are focusing on our own personal journeys, continuing to train, learn, refine, and deepen our understanding of Jeet Kune Do.

Looking back, I have learned that JKD is not about collecting techniques or becoming perfect. It is about learning, adapting, staying curious and continuing to move forward. It is also a way of life.

Walk on.

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