Karate – Ashi Barai (Foot Sweep Kick)

This page looks at the Karate technique known as Ashi Barai (or Foot Sweep Kick). A foot sweep is useful for knocking an opponent off balance or to the ground. For information on other Karate kicking techniques, please visit the Karate Kicks page. Or visit Black Belt Wiki’s main Martial Arts Kicks section for instructions on different kicks used by other martial arts styles.

Martial arts kicks and all other martial arts techniques should only be practiced under the supervision of a trained martial arts instructor in order to prevent injuries and to ensure the proper technique is utilized. In addition, all martial arts techniques and training should be used safely and responsibly.

Video on Karate’s Ashi Barai (Foot Sweep Kick)

A Variety of Different Uses for Karate’s Ashi Barai (Foot Sweep Kick)

Video of Lyoto Machida using a Karate Ashi Barai (Foot Sweep Kick)