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Question Mark Kick

Nakka Chagi / Question Mark Kick

Deceptive kick that starts like a front kick before curving around to the head or body.

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Key steps

  1. Make the first chamber look like a straight kick.
  2. Turn the hip late to change the line.
  3. Keep the guard active during the disguise.
  4. Recover quickly if the opponent does not react.

Coaching points

  • Make the first chamber look like a straight kick.
  • Turn the hip late to change the line.
  • Keep the guard active during the disguise.
  • Recover quickly if the opponent does not react.
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