Chris Kent Jeet Kune Do / Kent Institute of Martial Art

L: With over 48 years experience in both Jeet Kune Do and Filipino Kali/Escrima, CHRIS KENT is internationally recognized as a teacher, professional consultant, author and public speaker, and considered by many to be one of the most knowledgeable instructors of Jeet Kune Do in the world. He has authored four of the highest rated books dealing with Jeet Kune Do, written for and appeared in dozens of martial publications (national and international), and was a Founding Member and served on the Board of Directors for the Bruce Lee Educational Foundation. At the KENT INSTITUTE OF MARTIAL ART our relaxed yet professional training environment provides avenues of learning to satisfy any interest and fulfill the goals and desires of any individual.


• Group Classes and Private instruction available

• "Total" Martial Art training covering all aspects

• Street-effective martial art training

• Student-friendly training environment

• Modern, up-to-date teaching and training methods

• Improvement in physical fitness, self-control and self-confidence.

• Development of self-discipline.

• Plenty of free parking available (in front/behind school and on side streets)

At the KENT INSTITUTE OF MARTIAL ART you will receive the finest and highest quality martial art instruction available – ANYWHERE. READ WHAT STUDNENTS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT TRAINING AT THE KENT INSTITUTE:

"World-class instruction, fantastic training partners and a welcoming learning environment. Chris Kent's Jeet Kune Do is an investment in one's self. The best investment I'ver ever made." Bo Wahl


“The way you can explain a concept 4+different ways so everyone can understand it, then challenge us physically and mentally with our safety being paramount, you set the bar high, I never did find another class as I moved throughout the west that was even close to the quality of instruction I received from you. This was truly a highlight of my life.”
Robb Jones
Member of the first CKJKD class in Boise


"CKJKD is a great place to train. Family environment and non-pretentious. World-class instruction and continual learning; no matter how long you have trained." Ann Wilson


“There are many places to train martial arts out there, but if you’re looking to training in an environment that's authentic and genuine, then look no further than Chris Kent JKD. Sifu Chris will bring out the best in your abilities, whether you are a novice practitioner or an experienced martial artist. All curriculum is clear, specific, focused, direct and to the point. Sifu Chris’s depth of knowledge and understanding is clear from the moment you step foot in the studio. His patience and willingness to teach are unparalleled in my opinion. Andy Tapella


“My wife, Gena, and I moved to Boise in 2018. I had searched for a Shotokan Karate dojo where I could continue training. There were none available so I expanded my search for other arts. That’s when I discovered Chris Kent’s Jeet Kune Do, and our lives literally changed. Always a big fan of Bruce Lee, I learned that JKD is much more than just another martial art style. In fact, it’s not a style at all, but the philosophy and science of expressing oneself in combative form. Gena joined with me and it has been the best experience of our lives. Sifu Chris is not simply an instructor. He is a coach and a mentor. His ability to read his students and then teach each one of them according to how they best learn is like having a private lesson each time we go to class. Over the last three years we have been learning under Sifu Chris we have discovered the potential we have as individuals, and have witnessed the leaps and strides we have made in our personal growth. Jeet Kune Do is not simply a martial art, but a lifestyle. It transcends into every area of life. Sifu Chris has been studying and teaching JKD for almost fifty years, and Genas and I feel so blessed to be his students.”
Michael Muehle


“I have been training with Sifu Chris Kent for over 21 years and have become part of his instructor staff. I say that because not only have I learned so much from him as a martial artist, but I have also learned so much about how to teach martial arts! Sifu Kent is known in the martial arts, specifically the JKD? Kali community both nationally and internationally as one of the top guys, leaders and instructors in the world! He has become, as his teacher/mentor Sifu Dan Inosanto is, a “master teacher” himself!”
Joffrey Stone


“My husband and I have been training with Sifu Chris Kent for a couple of years now. Sifu Chris is patient, warm and non-intimidating, with a backgraound that is second to none. He treats all of his students like family. In each class, he creates an open environment with instruction that is safe, clear, down-to-earth and practical. He is a gem in the gem state. Christelle and Jim Lyman


“I started my path in Jeet Kune Do and Kali in 2001. Sifu Kent taught and guided me to discover my potential as a person through Jeet Kune Do. Twenty years later I’m still Blasting and Learning JKD!”
Rizalde Baylon


“Sifu Chris Kent is without doubt one of the best instructors that have ever had the privilege to train under. His expertise in JKD/Kali is second to none. The Chris Kent Institute is a fun, energetic, and very welcoming place to train.”
Jerry Edwards


“Chris Kent JKD is an experience. Here you have the opportunity to not only be a part of Bruce Lee’s legacy, but to be a part of something dynamic and bigger than yourself. Classes are relatively small and feel more like family gatherings. I encourage anyone with a love of martial arts to come visit regardless of martial art knowledge or fitness level.”
Israel Ayola