Karate Kick – Yoko Geri Kekomi (Side Thrust Kick)

This page provides details for the Karate kicking technique known as Yoko Geri Kekomi (or side thrust kick). The rotation of this kick generates greater power than the front leg side kick.

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Shotokan Karate Instructional Video on Yoko Geri Kekomi (Side Thrust Kick)

Kawaga Sensei Demonstrating Yoko Geri Kekomi (Side Thrust Kick)

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