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Spinning Crescent Kick

  • Start Position:

    • Back stance with left foot leading.
  • Description:

    • A powerful crescent kick with momentum from a spin
  • Technique:

    • Start in back stance
    • Step foward onto the right foot transfering your weight
    • As you do this turn to your left so you face away
    • Lift your left knee to waist height and tuck your foot in
    • Jump off your right and turn to face your opponent
    • Remember to keep your left foot off the ground
    • Kick with the right in a large sweeping crescent
    • Land and recover to a guard
  • Targets:

    • Side of head (advanced)
    • Lower back if opponent is side on
    • Side off knee
  • Notes:

    • If you kick low it may seem less effective but you gain more power by the end of the swing so it can be a useful blow.

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