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Learn Kickboxing
Boxing hands with teeps and round kicks. A stance that does both, then the kicks, the defence and the combinations that join them.
What you learn
Boxing hands with teeps and round kicks: a stance that does both, then the kicks, checks and combinations. You will learn 8 techniques: Jab, Cross, Teep, Low kick, Body kick, High kick, Switch kick, Check.
Lessons
Each lesson has key points, a step-by-step guide, common mistakes and a timed drill. Start at the top and work down.
Kickboxing base
A stance that can punch and kick, then the first kick every fighter learns: the teep.
- How to stand in a kickboxing stance FreeBoxing's guard with your weight more central and your lead leg light.
- How to keep your hands up while kicking FreeThrow the jab and cross without losing the balance you need to kick.
- How to throw a teep FreeA pushing front kick that keeps your opponent at the end of your leg.
Round kicks
The rear round kick to the legs, body and head, then the switch kick that makes it faster.
- How to throw a rear low kick ProA round kick to the outside of the thigh, driven by the turn of your whole body.
- How to throw a rear body kick ProThe same round kick, lifted to the ribs and the stomach.
- How to throw a rear high kick ProA round kick to the head, built on the same hip turn. Only throw it when you are warm.
- How to throw a switch kick ProSwap your feet, then kick with the leg that was in front. Quicker and often stronger.
Defending and combining
Check incoming kicks, then link your hands and kicks into combinations.
- How to check a kick ProLift the shin to meet a round kick before it lands on your leg.
- How to combine punches into kicks ProUse the jab and cross to cover your entry, then finish with a kick.
- How to follow kicks with punches ProLand a kick, then step in behind it with punches while the opponent is busy.
- How to put kickboxing combinations together ProA full round that mixes everything: teeps, kicks, punches, checks and movement.
Still to come
- Range and timing. Using kicks to control distance and beat the opponent's rhythm.
- Defending kicks. Beyond the check: catching, blocking and countering.
Who it's for
Beginners, and anyone who wants to tidy up the basics. You don't need a gym, a partner or any kit, although some lessons are better with a partner.
Safety
Combat sports training is hard on the body. Warm up, stay within your limits and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition. Practise in a clear space and stop if you feel pain or dizziness. Learn partner work only under a qualified coach.
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