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Blocks Against
Side Kick
by Christine Young, IV dan
NZ Senior Team Coach
In this issue Mr Chirtoca attacks with middle side kick. Ms Young demonstrates
five different blocks you can use against this common attacking kick.
Face off for free sparring
Ms Young demonstrates outer forearm outward block.
Ms Young demonstrates outer forearm downward block.
Caught face on to the attack Ms Young demonstrates double back forearm
block.
Ms Young demonstrates inner forearm inward block. Shuffle to the inside
of the attack for best effect and ease of follow up for a counter
attack.
Ms Young demonstrates downward elbow block. Performed in rear foot
stance.
