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How to Do a Roundhouse Kick in Soo Bahk Do

By R Moore, eHow Editor

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Soo Bahk Do is the Korean Martial Art formerly known as Tang Soo Do. It is a system that consists of forms, conditioning, postures, steps and kicks. One of the basic beginner kicks is a roundhouse.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Step 1

Stand with your legs apart in a fighting stance that is wider than shoulder width.
Step 2

Lift your back leg, bending your knee to a seventy-five degree angle.
Step 3

Make sure your knee is raise to the height of your hip.
Step 4

With your leg to the side and knee bent, simultaneously pivot on your opposite leg.
Step 5

Once you pivot your leg to the front. With your chest facing sideways, extend your leg to complete the kick.
Step 6

Keep your foot flexed and toes curled during the kick.