Tip 03/03 Effective Blocks (vs Kicks) Following from Blocks against Hand techniques, Blocks against Kicks require a slightly different approach. Firstly, let us not forget that the leg has usually 3 to 4 times the reach and mass of our hand; thus, no direct blocks, please. When blocking kicks, bear in mind that we need to execute a small stance shift away from the kicking tool, ie. if a turning kick is coming towards my left side, I shall first shift slightly - (1” to 2” maximum) IN STANCE - to my right. This reduces the impact force of the attack somewhat without alerting the attacker to much. Also remember that maximum power is achieved at the end of the attacking tool, ie the foot. The further up the leg we block, the less energy we have to absorb. The first block is what we term as a “suicide” block. Using our hand or forearm, we direct block the attacks shin. Ooooh. Painful (to be avoided). Moving on, we try to improve the blocking technique by choosing a more strategic target, (the knee), with a more effective tool (downward forearm cross hands or palm strike/slaps). The third method is to employ the theories of least resistance and circular motion by simultaneously covering our body, shifting a tad, and then turning our body away from the attack angle. We will absorb some minimum force, but most will be dissapated in the manner of one trying to knock a top over when it is spinning fast - very difficult to do. We then need to initiate a counter attack to seize the situation. The fourth method is to close the distance after
the shift, absorbing some of the attacking force, and then blowing
into and through our adversary.
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