Kick
Hiza-geri
Knee Kick
PronunciationHee-zah Geh-ree
Orange BeltIntermediate
Key Points
- Purpose
- Knee kick - as hard and powerful as elbow, targets testicles, stomach, and thighs. Most effective in close combat
- Timing
- In close-quarters combat
Difficulty LevelIntermediate
Step-by-Step Execution
Follow these steps to perform the Hiza-geri correctly
Use knee as striking weapon
As hard and powerful as the elbow
Target the testicles, stomach, and thighs
Most effective when fighting in close
Can also grasp opponent's hair and slam face onto knee
Alternative offensive technique
Practice Complete
Repeat the sequence to build muscle memory
Prerequisites
No prerequisites required