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Front Snap Kick

Mae Geri Keage

Snapping front kick with fast recoil.

TechniqueKicksBeginnerKarate

Key steps

  1. Lift the knee cleanly in front of the body.
  2. Snap the lower leg out on a short sharp line.
  3. Strike with the ball of the foot while keeping the torso upright.
  4. Recoil immediately and step down in control.

Coaching points

  • Lift the knee cleanly in front of the body.
  • Snap the lower leg out on a short sharp line.
  • Strike with the ball of the foot while keeping the torso upright.
  • Recoil immediately and step down in control.
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