How to Perform a Low Block in Tae Kwon Do

Do you know how to block a kick aimed at your stomach or legs? A low block is an effective counter and one of the first techniques taught in karate and tae kwon do.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

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1. Face forward with one leg ahead of the other, keeping your legs shoulder width apart.

2. Make a fist with your forward arm.

3. Bring your forward arm up to your opposite shoulder so that the palm is facing the ceiling.

4. Sweep your blocking arm down across your body, turning your wrist until the palm faces down.

5. Stop your arm slightly beyond your forward knee.

6. Pull your other arm, hand in a fist, simultaneously in the opposite direction until it guards your side, palm-side up.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep your wrist and hand strong in case either comes in contact with the strike you are blocking.
• Move the blocking arm downward and across the front of the body in a sweeping motion, as if scraping an attacker's grasp off your other arm.
• If you have any condition that would impair or limit your ability to engage in physical activity, please consult a physician before attempting this activity. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.

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on 11/29/2007 This is a good manuver. In a fight non- compatition catch their leg with one hand behind the heel. Then with the other hand strike with the webbing between your index finger and thumb hit them just below the knee this will knock it out of joint and win the battle.

on 2/7/2006 The tip briefly covers the movement of the forward arm over the opposite shoulder, and doesn't mention that while the forward arm is crossing over, the rotation of which exposes the blade of the forearm, and this can in fact be used as a striking tool on an oncoming forward or opponent's back of hand. Furthermore, the act of folding creates coverage by bringing both hands in front of the body, which is as important as blocking.