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Adults · Thursday 7:30pm

Sharper hands. Better movement. Clearer timing.

JKD / Boxing connects reliable boxing fundamentals with the movement, distance and interception principles that make Jeet Kune Do practical.

Adult boxing and striking practice at John McKean Academy
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Timing and interception

direct, adaptable, technical

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Prefer a structured beginner introduction? Our four-week adult Kickboxing course · £49.99 is another starting point. It is a Kickboxing course, rather than a course in this discipline.

Training at our Paisley academy · Beginners welcome · John can help you choose.

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A clear first stepFind the right coached route for your stage.

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Coach-led from day oneJohn confirms the most suitable current session.

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Train in Paisley2 Macdowall Street, with a free class available first.

Inside JKD / Boxing

Build the hands, then understand when to use them.

The class develops stance, guard, punching mechanics, combinations and footwork through a clear boxing base. Those fundamentals are then connected to timing, distance and interception so technique stays purposeful rather than becoming isolated pad work.

Adults at all levels can take part. Beginners build dependable foundations while experienced students gain a focused place to sharpen movement, decision-making and the relationship between boxing skill and JKD principles.

What this route develops

  1. Boxing fundamentals

    Develop stance, guard, punching mechanics and combinations.

  2. Footwork

    Move with balance and purpose rather than remaining fixed in front of a partner.

  3. Timing

    Recognise when to enter, intercept, angle away or continue an exchange.

  4. Application

    Connect reliable boxing skill to wider JKD principles and decisions.

Weekly timetable

Class times for jkd / boxing.

Weekly timetable

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Paisley local time · 2 Macdowall Street, Paisley, PA3 2NB.

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Thursday

1 class

19:30–20:30

Boxing / JKD (All Levels)

Adults · ages 16+What to expect

Expect coached boxing fundamentals, footwork, pad or partner drills and a progressive introduction to JKD timing and interception.

  • Adults at all levels
  • Boxing fundamentals
  • JKD timing and interception
  • Footwork, hands and distance

Where: 2 Macdowall Street, Paisley, PA3 2NB.

John will confirm the right session and what to bring before you attend.

What to expect

The first step should feel clear.

Expect coached boxing fundamentals, footwork, pad or partner drills and a progressive introduction to JKD timing and interception.

Useful to know

  • No pressure to already be good
  • Ask John if unsure
  • Clear first class guidance
  • A route after the first month

1:1 coaching

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Personal Training

A four-week, private programme built around you.

Take jkd / boxing further with one-to-one coaching — or blend it with other disciplines and strength & conditioning across a focused four-week route.

Questions

JKD / Boxing FAQ

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