Technique Database

Front Kick

Mae Geri

Straight front kick using a clean chamber, snap, and recoil.

TechniqueKicksBeginnerKarate

Key steps

  1. Raise the knee high with the heel tucked close.
  2. Point the ball of the foot toward the target.
  3. Spring the lower leg out on a straight line.
  4. Retract on the same line before landing in control.

Coaching points

  • Raise the knee high with the heel tucked close.
  • Point the ball of the foot toward the target.
  • Spring the lower leg out on a straight line.
  • Retract on the same line before landing in control.
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