Question 024: Kick training

These are the upper limit of effective spin kicks. Spinning more than 360 degree makes the kicks purely acrobatic and only useful for entertainment purposes. Anyone who is capable enough to be a threat to you will also be capable of avoiding or spoiling any attempt at a kick that uses rotations greater than 360 degrees. These kicks require ideal conditions (such as a smooth, dry, clear surface; clear visibility of the take-off and landing area; and clothing and shoes that permit free movement), plenty of free space to prepare for and execute the kick, and an opponent that will stand still and not attempt to upset your balance while you are in the air.

Acrobatic kicks are not a part of Taekwondo. We practice the martial (fighting) art of Taekwondo, not gymnastics, modern dance, or acrobatics. There are styles that use acrobatic kicks as well as a few Taekwondo instructors who teach them. It is a waste of time and effort to try to learn acrobatic kicks until you have mastered all the basic, intermediate, and advanced kicks. Once you have mastered these kicks, you will have all the skills you need to tackle any of the acrobatic kicks, if you so choose.