My name is Harley Jones, and I am a 3rd Generation Full Instructor in Jeet Kune Do, under the direct lineage of the late Jerry Poteet—one of Bruce Lee’s original students. I earned my instructorship under Sifu Vern Rochon, the first Senior Instructor certified by Sifu Poteet, whose commitment to preserving the core of Bruce Lee’s philosophy continues to guide my own practice and teaching. I have had the privilege of training under other Jeet Kune Do lineages as well which have given me a broader perspective on the art.

I founded the Jeet Kune Do Academy of Martial Science in San Antonio, Texas, in 2011, where I taught both private and group instruction. After relocating to Southern California in 2015, I continued teaching while further refining my understanding of JKD’s core principles and its adaptability to real-world application while also exploring other martial arts to continue my growth as a martial artist.

Over the years, I’ve trained in and continue to train in a variety of martial arts including Muay Thai, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, and Ving Tsun, with additional experience in Boxing, Submission Wrestling, MMA, Tenshin Shōden Katori Shintō-ryū, Filipino Kali, Monadnock Defensive Tactics, Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP), and American Karate. This diverse training has deepened my appreciation for the adaptability and directness at the heart of Jeet Kune Do.