Combo Kicks


  • Start Position:
    • Begin in a comfortable right fighting stance, with the right foot forward and the left foot behind.
    • Keep the feet separated sufficiently to maintain balance, with the knees relaxed and body weight distributed comfortably.
    • Raise both hands into the Defense Position, keeping the fists near the chin and elbows comfortably bent.
    • Maintain an upright posture with the abdominal muscles gently engaged.
    • Allow sufficient clear space in front of and beside the body to perform the kicks safely.
  • Description:
    • Combo Kicks is a cardio kickboxing combination consisting of two alternating front kicks followed by two alternating side kicks.
    • The participant begins in a right fighting stance and performs a left front kick followed by a right front kick.
    • The participant then moves into a front fighting stance and performs a left side kick followed by a right side kick.
    • Each kick is followed by a controlled return to a stable stance before beginning the next movement.
    • This combination develops coordination, balance and controlled lower-body movement while providing a cardiovascular exercise component.
    • Kick height and exercise intensity should be adjusted according to individual ability and experience.
  • Sequence:
    1. Step 1: From the right fighting stance, transfer body weight onto the right leg and perform a controlled front kick with the left foot. Raise the knee first, then extend the lower leg forward without snapping or locking the knee.
    2. Step 2: Retract the left leg and return the left foot to its original position, restoring the right fighting stance.
    3. Step 3: Transfer body weight onto the left leg and perform a controlled front kick with the right foot.
    4. Step 4: Retract the right leg and return to a front fighting stance with the feet approximately shoulder-width apart.
    5. Step 5: Transfer body weight onto the right leg and perform a controlled side kick toward the left with the left foot. Allow the supporting foot and hips to turn naturally as needed to avoid twisting the knee.
    6. Step 6: Retract the left leg and return to the front fighting stance.
    7. Step 7: Transfer body weight onto the left leg and perform a controlled side kick toward the right with the right foot, allowing the supporting foot to reposition as needed.
    8. Step 8: Retract the right leg and return to the front fighting stance.
    9. Repeat the combination at a comfortable pace. The original routine suggests 20 repetitions, but the number of repetitions may be adjusted according to fitness level, technique and class objectives.
  • Precautions:
    • Avoid snapping or forcefully locking the knee during front and side kicks.
    • Allow the supporting foot and hips to pivot or reposition naturally during side kicks to prevent twisting the supporting knee.
    • Maintain balance and avoid excessive leaning or uncontrolled leg movements, especially when changing kicking directions.
    • Begin with low kicks and increase height only when flexibility, balance and control permit.
  • Notes:
    • Beginner variation: Practice the front kicks separately before adding side kicks, or substitute controlled knee lifts for full kicks.
    • Advanced variation: Alternate the starting fighting stance between repetitions to improve coordination on both sides.
    • Teaching suggestion: The original routine recommends 20 repetitions. Adjust the number of repetitions or divide the combination into shorter sets according to participant ability.
    • For additional technique information, see Cardio Kickboxing Basics.