Mawashi geri (round kick) may be executed from a variety of stances, and there are several methods of proper execution. The portion of its execution that is always consistent is that the kick is executed inward and at an angle that is anywhere from parallel to the floor to 45 degrees upward. In general,... more »
Muay Boran (lit. “ancient boxing”) is an umbrella term for the unarmed martial arts of Thailand prior to the introduction of modern equipment and rules. It is the ancestor of modern Muay Thai. The word muay which means boxing comes from the Sanskrit term mavya, while boran or boraan means ancient in Thai. The... more »
As with many other Muay Thai techniques, the low (roundhouse) kick has gained wide popularity due to its extensive use in K-1 kickboxing and mixed martial arts (MMA) competitions due to its effectiveness in inflicting damage to the opponent, as a properly executed Muay Thai roundhouse kick has been compared by many martial artists... more »
Naeryo chagi is a kick that has increased in popularity due to sparring competitions. The leg is raised usually from the outside of the body like an outside crescent kick. then the leg is pulled down with the heel pointed downward. It is typically targeted toward the head, shoulder, or chest and requires significant flexibility... more »
Rear horse kick is a turning kick used in Taekwondo, Karate, MMA, Kickboxing, Thai boxing. In this technique you turn head and kick straight back with heel directly above the toes (like a mule). Like any other turning kick, the head still turns first to see the... more »
The Roundhouse kick in Korean, “dollyo chagi”. Also called snap kick, or turning kick. The attacker swings his/her leg sideways in a circular motion, kicking the opponent’s side with the front of the leg, usually with the top of the foot (called the instep), ball of the foot, toe (if careful), or shin. Also... more »
Several kicks may be called a scissor kick, involving swinging out the legs to kick multiple targets or using the legs to take down an opponent. The popularized version of a scissor kick is, while lying down, or jumping, the kicker brings both legs to both sides of the opponent’s legs or to their... more »
Practice Kung Fu stretches like the side kick stretch; learn Kung Fu moves taught at real Shaolin temples in this free martial arts video series. Expert: Bruce Wen Contact: www.shaolinca.com Bio: Bruce Wen has studied in China with Tibetan monks and runs his own Shaolin Kung Fu studio in California. Filmmaker: Nili... more »
The lotus sweep kick is a Tai Chi conditioning exercise that helps to open up the hip joints. Learn how to perform the lotus sweep kick from a professional Tai Chi instructor in this free martial arts video. Expert: Rich... more »
Known by a variety of names in different styles, the kung fu front kick is a snapping kick thrown by the rear leg. Similar kicks can be found in almost every martial art in the world. Although it is not the strongest kick, it is relatively quick and can be used to keep an... more »
Also called a donkey kick, spin kick, mule kick, or turning back kick. This kick is directed backward keeping the kicking leg close to the standing leg and using the heel as a striking surface. Most often, this kick is delivered with a spinning motion in tournaments. It can be highly damaging due to... more »
In this free video clip learn how to properly inflict vertical front kicks, both offensive and defensive, according to Krav Maga teachings for self defense training. Expert: Steve... more »
Wing chun kicks are traditionally below the waist and are found in the Chun Kiu and wooden dummy form. A front kick is chambered to a 90% angle at least to the waste, no higher than the solar plexus. The foot comes up from the front ball pushing so we can pop energy up... more »
Wing Tsun back kicks can provide a deadly and powerful Kung Fu attack. Learn more about back kicks and attack methods from a professional martial artist in this free video. Expert: Todd Shawn... more »