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If you haven’t done so already, please read Rick Tew’s Intro to Martial Art kicks by following the link below:
Martial Art Kicks
Also, be sure to review Rick Tew’s Martial Art Strikes and Kicks form by following the link below:
Martial Art Strikes and Kicks Form
FRONT SNAP KICK
Below is a list of kicks and their primary striking areas. Each kick has various uses and the list is to be used as a guide.
Striking surface
Ball of foot
Striking area
Solar Plexus/Groin
Used to attack smaller targets with speed and accuracy
 A. Extend the leg by pushing the ball of the foot into its target
B. Pull the kick back as fast as possible
Targeted areas
Groin - knees/shins - body/solar plexus - face
Applications:
 Kicking targeted areas as a break up defense
Jamming incoming attacks
Coil position to block and defend
Beach stance kick - Sitting with one knee up - lift body with one leg and hands and kick up at opponent - They dont see it coming - surprise attack
FRONT THRUST KICK
Used for power, knocking away an obstacle or breaking through.
A. Lift the knee close to the chest
B. Push out as you step forward kicking with the heel of the foot
Below is a list of kicks and their primary striking areas. Each kick has various uses and the list is to be used as a guide.
Striking Surface:
Heel of foot
Striking area:
Chest, Knee, Back
Applications:
Jamming attacks
Push away opponent - objects
Kicking open doors
FRONT RISING KICK
Striking Surface:
Top of foot
Striking Area:
Groin
This kick is usually used by street fighters and uncoordinated kickers
Kicking in an upwards direction
Kicking to groin
Kicking to face/body while bent over
Kick up objects (such as sand) with foot at opponent
Target Areas
Groin - Face
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