Shin Kick (or Muay Thai Kick) – Martial Arts Technique

This page provides details on the martial arts shin kick (also known as the “Muay Thai Kick”). A shin kick is often used in Kickboxing and Muay Thai due to its power and ability to knock opponents off their feet. In this kick, the martial artist strikes the opponent with their shin versus the top of the foot or instep as done in a roundhouse kick. For information on other martial arts kicks (i.e. spinning hook kick), please visit Black Belt Wiki’s main kicking techniques page.

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.

Kickboxing Video on Shin Kicks

Muay Thai Video on Shin Kicks