Karate Kicks

Karate Kicks provide a great way to strike at an opponent. When the correct application of the kicks are applied, the kicks can make very effective strikes, and the more you practise the techniques, the more flexible and effective your karate kicks will become. Always try to stretch and warm up before training in your karate kicks, this helps to prevent and strain injuries or pulling the muscles of the legs which can be quite painful and also set you back in your karate or self defense martial arts training.

Yoko Geri | Side Kick

The front arm block of Uchi Uke is a blocking technique using a single arm. The block is chambered from across the body close to the opposite arm pit. The arm is then brought across the chest to deflect any strike that is been deployed to the front of your body. The technique can also be used to counter strike an opponent to the head or chin of your attacker. Learn this technique and watch the demonstration video of the karate kick of Yoko Geri.

Mawashi Geri | Round Kick

The Round kick or Roundhouse kick of Mawashi Geri is one of the iconic kicks in karate. The kick is formed by first bringing up the knee to the front (some styles use the side), then pivoting on the ball of the standing foot to rotate the body slightly, the kick is then extended out before been brought back following the same path. The hip is extended for further reach and power during the kick. Learn this karate technique and watch the demonstration video of Mawashi Geri.

Mikazuki Geri | Crescent Kick

The Mikazuki Geri is the Crescent Kick in karate. The name crescent is given due to the scooping round almost crescent shape of the kick when performed. The leg is brought up and then kicked round in a circular motion and hooked or scooped round towards the opponent in either a defensive or attacking application for either breaking the hold, deflecting other kicks or kicking to the side or rear of an opponent. Learn more about this karate kicking technique and watch the demonstration video of Mikazuki Geri.

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