Just wondering what are your thoughts on this topic. Every CMAists who cross train, that I've come across, think that an individual needs to have a foundation in something before venturing into crosstraining, or eclecitc arts.

Bruce Lee had 5 years in WC before having his epiphany, furthering their argument.


What do you think? Do you think a beginner should train a traditional art first, or do you think it's doesn't matter, that JKD and it's concepts are simple enough for a beginner to grasp?