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Becoming a great grappler is not an easy thing to do. If you want to be a great grappler you must work very hard and make many sacrifices.
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With over 30 years of martial arts experience, Lester Griffin brings unparalleled expertise to Griffin Martial Arts. As a certified instructor in Bruce Lee's fighting method, he has dedicated his life to mastering and teaching various disciplines for optimal self-defense.
Lester's background includes extensive training in Jeet Kune Do, Kali, Silat, Wing Chun Kung Fu, Savate, and many other arts. He's also a regular contributor to Black Belt and Inside Kung Fu magazines, and is an original member of The Dog Bros Stick Fighters under the name "Surf Dog."
Today, Lester teaches Jeet Kune Do, Grappling, Muay Thai, Savate, and Kali at his school in San Jacinto, CA, while also judging many UFC and King of the Cage events. Private, semi-private, and small group lessons are available.
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