These four techniques will establish four separate distances to protect yourself while sparring. Each of the techniques creates space for a round kick.
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This drill is great for developing speed and hip mobility that is very important for modern sport Tae Kwon Do.
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The first step is to master the checking of the kick and the reverse punch. The reverse punch can then set up a head kick.
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Take advantage of electronic scoring systems by deflecting the side kick to slide the foot across the scoring area to land a "round kick".
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