Flying Side Kick – Martial Arts Technique

This page provides details on the martial arts flying side kick. This is an advanced version of the traditional side kick. This kick is also known as jumping side kick. It is called a flying kick because the student will use a running start in order to “fly” forward as they perform this kick. For information on other martial arts kicks (i.e. spinning hook kick), please visit Black Belt Wiki’s main kicking techniques page.

The flying side kick (or the jumping side kick) is a fun and dramatic martial arts kick but not overly useful in self-defense or sparring situations. It is mainly used for demonstration kicks, breaking techniques and in martial arts movies.

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 the Flying Side Kick

Video on the Jumping Side Kick