Kick
Kakato-geri
Heel Kick
PronunciationKah-kah-toh Geh-ree
Yellow BeltAdvancedDangerous
Key Points
- Purpose
- Heel kick for downed opponents - very powerful and dangerous as all body weight is concentrated in heel
- Timing
- When opponent is on the ground
Difficulty LevelAdvanced
Step-by-Step Execution
Follow these steps to perform the Kakato-geri correctly
Important Note
- Very powerful and dangerous - all body weight concentrated in heel
Target opponent who is already on the ground
Used when opponent is down
Bring the leg up, keeping it straight with toes stretched back
Prepare for downward strike
Bring heel forcefully down against opponent's head, face, or stomach
Very powerful and dangerous - all body weight concentrated in heel
Practice Complete
Repeat the sequence to build muscle memory