Category Archives: Kicks

The Yoko Geri, or side kick, is probably the best kick to use in a defensive situation in Go Kan Ryu Karate. If an opponent decides to charge you, a quick side kick can halt them in their tracks and deliver serious damage to their upper or lower body. In a training situation, many people … Continue reading

The Mawashi Geri, also known as the Round Kick, is both deadly and beautiful. Landing a round kick properly will have damaging effects on any opponent and it is one of the four basic kicks everyone learns when they first start out. It may take some time to practice the proper technique of the kick, … Continue reading

The Mae Gaeri, or Front Kick, is one of the few basic kicks employed in GKR Karate. It’s very simple to perform, and can generate a lot of force. To perform the Mae Gaeri, start in a normal fighting stance. Take your right leg and bring it up as high as you can. Curl your … Continue reading