Can beginners start here?

Yes, but the best entry point depends on your background. John can advise when you enquire.

What does Kali involve?

Kali includes Filipino Martial Arts training such as stick work, rhythm, coordination, angles and movement.

Is this separate from the academy?

No. It is one Martial Arts route within the wider John McKean Academy system.

Can I start if I am nervous or unfit?

Yes. The first step is designed around coaching, pacing and settling into the environment, not proving yourself on day one.

Can I watch or ask questions before deciding?

Send an enquiry and John can explain the best option for the route you are considering.

Do I need equipment for my first class?

Not usually. John will confirm what to bring before you attend, and some intro courses include starter equipment.

Can I start mid-month?

For regular classes, John can advise the best start point. Some intro courses use a monthly cohort date so new students begin together.

Adults and cross-training

Adaptable martial arts with real depth.

JKD and Kali training develops movement, awareness, angles, rhythm and practical application inside a connected academy system.

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Angles and adaptability

technical, aware, fluid

What this route develops

A clearer reason to start, and a route to keep going.

Angles

Learn movement and positioning rather than standing still and trading shots.

Coordination

Kali develops rhythm, hand skills and body organisation.

Awareness

Training develops range, timing and practical decision-making.

Adaptability

JKD principles help students connect skill across situations.

Inside the curriculum

What's actually behind this route.

This is a genuine Jeet Kune Do and Filipino Martial Arts curriculum, not a side add-on. It draws on direct lineage training with Dan Inosanto and Rick Young, and covers a wide base of connected systems.

900+ terms across JKD, Kali/Escrima, Panantukan, Silat and Jun Fan concepts

Direct lineage: trained under Dan Inosanto and Rick Young

Inosanto 12-angle and Inosanto-Lacoste 48-angle numbering systems

A structured weapon-to-empty-hand transfer method, not just stick drills

What to expect

The first step should feel clear.

This is a deeper martial arts route. Some beginners start here directly; others may be better starting through adult or kickboxing classes first.

Public pages help you choose the right first conversation or class. Once you join, the member academy guides training, progression and practice from inside the platform.

Useful to know

No pressure to already be good

Ask John if unsure

Clear first class guidance

A route after the first month

Intro course

Then try four weeks with a clear first step.

Jeet Kune Do and Filipino Martial Arts training for adults who want deeper movement, awareness, rhythm and practical application.

The intro course comes after you understand the route: what it develops, who it suits, and what the first classes should feel like.

JKD and Kali - 4-week intro

Start your 4-week course.

£49.99£111.99Save £62

Unlimited JKD and Kali classes for 4 weeks
1 pair of Kali sticks included
Certificate on completion
A clear route into regular training

Next intake

Monday 3rd August 2026

New 4-week cohort starts on the first Monday of every month.

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Compare nearby starting points.

Adults and beginners

Striking and fitness

Kickboxing

For adults who want striking skill, fitness, pad work, combinations and optional sparring.

Sunday: 10:45am - 11:45amsharp, energetic, technical

Adults

Ground control

BJJ

For adults interested in grappling, ground control, movement, positions and submissions.

Tuesday: 7:30pm - 8:30pmcalm, controlled, positional

Adults - 6:15am

Starting from scratch

Beginners

For adults who want a low-friction first step before work, with structure and no ego.

Thursday: 6:15am - 7:15amclear, steady, no ego

Ask John

Get the right starting point.

Send a short enquiry and John can advise on the right first step, what to bring and what the first session should look like.

Academy address: 2 Macdowall Street, Paisley, PA3 2NB.

Active members can add deeper study between classes. View the paid Online Library add-on.

Already trained before?

You can skip the intro course and enquire about monthly membership.

Questions