Instructions for a Taekwondo Kicking Block (or Cha Makgi)

This page will teach you how to do a Taekwondo Kicking Block (or Cha Makgi). This blocking technique is often used in Taekwondo sparring, self-defense, etc.

For more blocking instructions, please visit the main Taekwondo Blocks section.

Details for a Taekwondo Kicking Block

According to the Kukkiwon World Taekwondo Headquarters, the Taekwondo kicking block is a "technique of blocking the assailant’s attack by striking it with the foot or leg. This blocking skill is to directly confront the opponent’s advance by striking it with the leg or foot, causing serious injury to the attacker. This skill makes defense and offense possible at the same time."

References

1. Kukkiwon World Taekwondo Headquarters, Taekwondo Techniques, http://www.kukkiwon.or.kr/front/pageView.action?cmd=/eng/information/taekwondoSkill2, Added - 05/02/14