1All the kicks at a glance
One page listing every kick with its Korean name and the belt where it is usually taught.
2First kicks (white to green belt)
The kicks every student learns in the first year. Everything else is built on these.
Beginner kickTaekwondo front kick (ap chagi): how to do it, common mistakes and drillsHow to do the Taekwondo front kick step by step, the snap and push versions, the mistakes instructors correct most, and simple drills to practise at home.
Beginner kickTaekwondo roundhouse kick (dollyeo chagi): step-by-step technique and drillsHow to do the Taekwondo roundhouse kick properly, how the pivot and hip turn work, the mistakes that make it weak, and drills for speed and power.
Beginner kickTaekwondo side kick (yeop chagi): technique, mistakes and how to get it higherHow to do the Taekwondo side kick step by step, which part of the foot to use, the mistakes that make it weak or push it off line, and drills for height and power.Beginner kickTaekwondo axe kick (naeryeo chagi): technique, flexibility and safetyHow to do the Taekwondo axe kick step by step, the inside and outside versions, how much flexibility it needs, common mistakes and drills to practise safely.Beginner kickTaekwondo crescent kicks: inside and outside crescent technique and drillsHow to do the inside and outside crescent kicks in Taekwondo, what they are used for, how they help flexibility and the axe kick, and drills to practise at home.
Beginner kickTaekwondo push kick (mireo chagi): how and when to use it in sparringHow to do the Taekwondo push kick step by step, why it matters so much in sparring, the mistakes that turn it into a weak front kick, and drills for timing and balance.3Turning and sparring kicks (blue to red belt)
Kicks that need a turn, a hook or quick footwork. They show up in sparring and in the later color belt forms.
Intermediate kickTaekwondo back kick (dwi chagi): how to turn, aim and land itHow to do the Taekwondo back kick (spinning back kick) step by step, how to keep it on target, the mistakes that make it miss, and drills to build speed and timing.Intermediate kickTaekwondo hook kick (huryeo chagi): technique, uses and drillsHow to do the Taekwondo hook kick step by step, how it differs from the roundhouse, the mistakes that slow it down, and drills to build a fast, accurate hook.Intermediate kickTaekwondo double kick (narae chagi): the sparring kick explainedHow to do the Taekwondo double kick (narae chagi), the fast switching roundhouse used in Olympic sparring, plus the mistakes that slow it down and drills to build speed.Intermediate kickTaekwondo spinning hook kick (dwi huryeo chagi): step-by-step guideHow to do the Taekwondo spinning hook kick, how to spin without losing balance or sight of the target, the mistakes that make it miss, and drills to build it safely.Intermediate kickTaekwondo twist kick (biteureo chagi): the reverse-angle kick explainedHow to do the Taekwondo twist kick (biteureo chagi), the kick that strikes outward to the opposite side, with step-by-step technique, common mistakes and drills.4Jumping and spinning kicks
The kicks you see at demonstrations. Learn them on mats with an instructor.
Advanced kickTaekwondo jumping front kick (ttwieo ap chagi): technique and drillsHow to do the Taekwondo jumping front kick and the double jumping front kick from Taegeuk Pal Jang, with step-by-step technique, common mistakes and practice drills.Advanced kickTaekwondo jumping side kick (ttwieo yeop chagi): technique and breakingHow to do the Taekwondo jumping side kick, from the standing jump to the flying side kick used in breaking, with step-by-step technique, common mistakes and drills.Advanced kickTaekwondo jumping back kick (ttwieo dwi chagi): technique and drillsHow to do the Taekwondo jumping back kick, the spinning jump that drives the heel into the target, with step-by-step technique, common mistakes and safe practice drills.Advanced kickTaekwondo tornado kick (dolgae chagi): how to do the 360 roundhouseHow to do the Taekwondo tornado kick step by step, how the spin and jump fit together, the mistakes that make it fall flat, and drills to learn it safely.Advanced kickTaekwondo jump spinning hook kick (ttwieo dwi huryeo chagi): advanced guideHow to do the Taekwondo jump spinning hook kick, how it builds on the spinning hook, the progressions to learn first, common mistakes and how to practise safely.Advanced kickTaekwondo 540 kick: what it is, how it works and how to build up to itWhat the Taekwondo 540 kick is, how it differs from the tornado kick, the step-by-step technique, the progressions to learn first, and how to practise it safely.5Kick higher and harder
Stretching, strength and technique plans that work for any kick.
Kick trainingHow to kick higher in Taekwondo: stretches, strength and a 4-week planWhy most Taekwondo students cannot kick higher, the stretches and strength exercises that actually help, a simple four-week plan, and how kids and adults should approach flexibility differently.Kick trainingHow to kick harder in Taekwondo: technique, strength and speedWhere kicking power really comes from in Taekwondo, the technique fixes that add the most force, strength and speed exercises, and drills to test your progress on pads and boards.