Kick It The Comprehensive For Kicks In Martialarts

A complete guide for basic kicks and improving fitness, flexibility & mobility for tricking, martial arts and acrobatics

Last updated 2022-01-10 | 4.5

- You will learn 18 of the most essential kicks
- You will learn 10 specific mobility & stretching exercises for kicks
- Improve your fitness
- strength
- flexibility & mobility

What you'll learn

You will learn 18 of the most essential kicks

You will learn 10 specific mobility & stretching exercises for kicks

Improve your fitness

strength

flexibility & mobility

You know how to warm-up your whole body and how to avoid injuries

You know exactly how to train safe while still making fast progress

You understand the meaning of Kicks in Tricking

You combine different kicks and create really cool "kicking-combos"

You master the principles of kicking

* Requirements

* This course doesn't require particular foreknowledge or tools and is designed for anyone willing to learn kicks.
* While any experience will help - it is not necessary!

Description

Welcome! Are you ready to master the basic kicks?

This online course is all about basic and high kicks and will teach you all essential skills you need to master them! Learn everything step by step from the beginning on!

"Great course, Tom gives clear and understandable explanations about kicks with a lot of background knowledge!" (Christian)
"Amazing in depth instruction and breakdown of every kick...." (Shiv Singh)

Wether you are an experienced martial artist or tricker who just wants to add more skills to his repertoire or a complete beginner - you are going to learn everything you need to know about kicking techniques.

Master this Kicking Course and you will have the perfect foundation and knowledge to learn any other kicking technique.

While there are plenty of tutorials out there that show how to learn kicks, it is difficult to find a comprehensive beginner/advanced course like this one. Particularly for those with no experience at all it is hard because there are so many different methods and people easily get confused.

This course offers a safe and efficient guideline to learn step by step. In addition to the main technical aspects of kicks, it covers a lot of information about conditioning, warming-up and interesting background information about kicks in general.

Course Bonuses

All the tutorials, chapters and lessons are built upon each other and everything comes from one source
Direct feedback and help from me your instructor...just ask if you have trouble somewhere along the way
This course builds up on my previous courses and makes the perfect addition
Filmed in HD quality and a cool design makes the learning even more fun

The key things you will learn

Background information about kicks in general
Knowing the history of kicks and the origin of especially the high kicks
Knowing which martial arts systems are using kicks and the role of kicks in Tricking
Knowing the pros and cons of kicking techniques
The best conditioning exercises especially for kicks
A full body warm-up covering all the important exercises (from my other courses)
Knowing how to train safe and efficiently in order to avoid injuries
Techniques which will help you to master the kicks
Mastering all essential kicking techniques
Mastering the first advanced jumping kicks
Combining all the kicks into "combo`s and apply them in a creative way
Having great knowledge and all the fundamentals to quickly learn any other kicking technique

Master all of the following kicking techniques

Outside Crescent Kick
Inside Crescent Kick
Rising Kick
Axe Kick
Frontkick
Roundkick
Roundhousekick
Sidekick
Back Kick
Reverse Sidekick
Hook Kick
Spinning Hook Kick
Touch Down Hook Kick
Front Sweep Kick
Back Sweep Kick
Jump Frontkick
Split Kick
Jump Sidekick

Contents and Overview

This course starts from the beginning on and first you will get to know interesting background informations about kicking in martial arts & tricking. You learn about the history of the kicks and where especially the famous high kicks originate from. You will see which martial arts styles prefer to use kicking techniques, what role kicks play in Tricking and also some thoughts regarding the application of kicks.

Before starting the actual kicking training you learn how to correctly prepare your body for the practice of kicks. This is very important and an essential element to master the kicks and improve your fitness. First you learn 10 of the most useful conditioning, stretching&mobility exercises for kicks. In addition to that you find also in this course my full body warm-up program of my other courses. This one is extremely useful for every kind of training and covers all the important exercises from head to toe!

Once you know the background of kicks, it`s role in Tricking and how to warm-up you can dive into the main part of this course - the kicks! You will learn how to do your first 3 basic kicks. From there it continues step by step and you will go through 12 of the most important basic kicks. By then you will be super fit and you will learn the first 3 more advanced jumping kicks.

At the end when you have mastered all the kicks and feel confident about them, there will be a last challenge for you. In these final chapters you will learn how to combine all the kicks and create really interesting combinations. By no later than that, kicks will have become incredibly easy and fun for you! You know all the principles of kicking and you can be totally creative with them!

If you want to learn or improve your Kicks for Tricking or Martial Arts...then this course is exactly right for you!

All my fee-based courses have a 30-day money-back guarantee through Udemy. That means you are able to check it out, make sure it`s the right course for you, and get a refund if it`s not.

Are you ready to start learning?

Don`t hesitate and start your Kicking-Training now! With this online course you can take it at your own pace. Even though you might be too busy right now you can enrol today and take the course at your own pace.

Try it out and and have fun! Thank you so much for your interest in my course "Kicking Essentials".

See you inside...:-)

Tom Inauen / TOMTRICKS

(Disclaimer Notice: In order to perform the exercises effectively and safely you should be in good physical condition prior to beginning the course. By registering for the course or performing these exercises you understand that exercising can lead to physical injury. If you engage in any exercise suggested by Thomas Inauen, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge Thomas Inauen from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown arising out of Thomas Inauen`s negligence.)

Who this course is for:

For everyone who is interested in learning and mastering the kicks and likes martial arts movements.
Trickers, Martial Artists, Acrobats, Artists, Fitness & Training Enthusiasts, Dancers, Stuntmen, Traceurs & Freerunners,

Course content

26 sections • 154 lectures

Welcome to "Learn Basic Kicks" 5 lectures

Hello, It`s Me! Preview 00:16

I warmly welcome you to my course!

Course Introduction & Overview Preview 02:01

In this video I will give you an introduction to the course content and structure to give you an overview.

Tomtricks Curriculum & Overview Preview 00:13

In this lecture, you'll learn the entire Tomtricks curriculum so you know where you stand and what to expect. You can download an overview of all the tricks you can learn in my courses.

Have fun!

Who Am I And What Does My Style Look Like? Preview 04:07

Thats How I do What I do...:-) My proper introduction to you!

Feedback Preview 00:55

Altough it is very early to ask you that but... :-P In this video I ask you already for giving me a feedback at the end of this course...if you've got the time! :)

Background Knowledge About Kicks 4 lectures

History & Origin Of Kicks Preview 02:16

In this lesson you will learn the history and origin of kicks, especially of the "high kicks".

The "Kicking" Martial Arts Preview 02:44

In this lesson you will learn the main martial arts systems in using kicking techniques.

Kicks in Tricking Preview 02:00

In this lesson you see the relationship between traditional martial arts and tricking. You will know the important role of kicks in tricking and which martial arts have the strongest influence.

Practical Application Of Kicks Preview 01:55

In this lesson you get some basic understanding about the practical application of kicks.

Warming Up & Conditioning Exercises 12 lectures

Specific Exercises For Kicks Preview 00:38

In this video I`ll give you a quick overview about my 10 favourite specific stretching, mobility and strengthening exercises for kicks

Hip & Core Activation Preview 01:22

In this lesson you learn how to activate and warm up your hips and core in general.

Hip Circles Preview 00:43

In this video you learn how to loosen and mobilise your hips.

Inside Hip Circles Preview 00:53

In this lesson you learn a great exercise to warm up your hips for inside turning motions of your legs.

Outside Hip Circles Preview 00:48

In this lesson you learn a great exercise to warm up your hips for outside turning motions of your legs.

Sumo Squat Preview 01:17

In this lesson you learn how to "sumo-squat". Great exercise!

Lunge With Hips Lateral Preview 01:22

In this lesson you learn the lateral lunge position.

Lunge With Hips Square Preview 01:11

In this lesson you learn the square lunge position.

Cossack Squat With Foot Flat Preview 01:36

This video shows you how to do a cossack squat with the foot flat on the ground.

Cossack Squat With Foot Upright Preview 01:59

And here you will learn the cossack squat with the foot pointing upright.

Low Squat Preview 01:21

And the final specific exercise you will learn the low squat position. A great exercise with many benefits!

Complete & Full Body Warm Up Preview 07:55

As an addition to all the specific exercises here is my complete full body warm up from my course "Tricking for Beginners". There are many exercises to choose from to create your own personal warm up.

Crescent Kicks...The Perfect Start! 2 lectures

About Crescent- and Rising Kicks Preview 00:29

Crescent & Rising Kick - Intro Preview 02:07

This video is an introduction to the Crescent- and Rising Kicks.

Outside Crescent Kick Tutorial 5 lectures

Outside Crescent Kick - Example Preview 00:34

A few examples of how the Outside Crescent Kicks looks like.

Outside Crescent Kick - Step1 Preview 01:18

You learn the basic motion of this kick...

Outside Crescent Kick - Step2 Preview 01:18

Here you learn how to extend your leg...

Outside Crescent Kick - Step3 Preview 02:07

You will master the Outside Crescent Kick. Yes!

Outside Crescent Kick - Summary Preview 00:35

This lesson is a summary of all the important key points of the Outside Crescent Kick.

Inside Crescent Kick Tutorial 5 lectures

Inside Crescent Kick - Example Preview 00:46

This lesson contains a few examples of the Inside Crescent Kick.

Inside Crescent Kick - Step1 Preview 01:24

You learn the basic motion...

Inside Crescent Kick - Step2 Preview 01:18

You learn how to extend your leg...

Inside Crescent Kick - Step3 Preview 02:29

In this lesson you will master the Inside Crescent Kick.

Inside Crescent Kick - Summary Preview 00:32

This lesson is a summary of all the important key points of the Inside Crescent Kick.

Rising Kick Tutorial 4 lectures

Rising Kick - Example Preview 00:55

Examples of how to do a Rising Kick.

Rising Kick - Step1 Preview 01:20

You learn the basic motion.

Rising Kick - Step2 Preview 02:03

You learn how to add the kick.

Rising Kick - Summary Preview 00:39

This lesson is a summary of all the important key points of the Rising Kick.

The Basic Kicks! The 12 Most Important Kicks To Know! 1 lectures

The 12 Basic Kicks Preview 00:17

Axe Kick Tutorial 6 lectures

Axe Kick - Intro Preview 01:34

This lesson introduces you to the Axe Kick...

Axe Kick - Examples Preview 01:11

A few examples of how to execute Axe Kicks correctly.

Axe Kick - Step1 Preview 01:46

In this lesson you learn the "Long Distance Version" of the Axe Kick.

Axe Kick - Step2 Preview 02:12

In this lesson you will learn how to do the "Short Distance Versions".

Axe Kick - Step3 Preview 02:09

The final lesson! Here you learn different variations of the Axe Kick.

Axe Kick - Summary Preview 01:15

A summary of the most important key points of the Axe Kick in slow motion.

Frontkick Tutorial 8 lectures

Frontkick - Intro Preview 02:04

This lesson introduces you to the Frontkick.

Frontkick - Examples Preview 01:00

This video shows you a few examples of what Frontkicks looks like.

Frontkick - Step1 Preview 02:21

In this lesson you learn the basic motion.

Frontkick - Step2 Preview 03:17

In this lesson you learn 3 different methods to kick in a Frontkick.

Frontkick - Step3 Preview 03:29

In this lesson you master the Frontkick and learn a few cool variations.

Snappy Frontkick "Taekwondo Style" - Summary Preview 01:44

Summary of the key points of the "Taekwondo Style Frontkick"

Pushing Frontkick "Capoeira Style" - Summary Preview 01:31

Summary of the key points of the "Capoeira Style Frontkick".

Snappy Frontkick "Tricking Style" - Summary Preview 01:37

Summary of the key points of the "Tricking Style Frontkick".

Roundkick Tutorial 8 lectures

Roundkick - Intro Preview 02:35

This lesson introduces you to the Roundkick and gives you various information about it.

Roundkick - Examples Preview 00:43

This lesson shows you a few examples of how to execute Roundkicks.

Roundkick - Step1 Preview 02:47

You will learn starting position and setup...

Roundkick - Step2 Preview 02:41

You learn the kicking technique / chamber - kick - rechamber.

Roundkick - Step3 Preview 01:38

You learn how to kick with the rear leg.

Roundkick - Step4 Preview 01:30

You learn how to kick directly with the front leg.

Roundkick - Step5 Preview 03:16

You master the Roundkick and learn different variations of it.

Roundkick - Summary Preview 01:30

A summary of the key points of the Roundkick.

Roundhouse Kick Tutorial 6 lectures

Roundhouse Kick - Intro Preview 03:16

This lesson introduces you to the Roundhouse Kick with various background information.

Roundhouse Kick - Examples Preview 00:42

A few examples of the Roundhouse Kick.

Roundhouse Kick - Step1 Preview 02:07

You learn the correct setup and how to kick and turn at the same time.

Roundhouse Kick - Step2 Preview 01:12

You learn how to add momentum to the motion.

Roundhouse Kick - Step3 Preview 02:03

Here you will master the Roundhouse Kick and apply different variations of it.

Roundhouse Kick - Summary Preview 01:30

An overview over the key points of the Roundhouse Kick in slow-motion.

Sidekick Tutorial 8 lectures

Sidekick - Intro Preview 02:55

This lesson introduces you to the Sidekick.

Sidekick - Examples Preview 00:46

Here you see a few examples of what the Sidekick looks like.

Sidekick - Step1 Preview 02:52

You learn the starting position and the chamber.

Sidekick - Step2 Preview 02:16

Here you learn how to kick and re-chamber.

Sidekick - Step3 Preview 01:59

You learn how to create one smooth motion.

Sidekick - Step4 Preview 01:27

In this lesson you learn how to kick directly with the front leg.

Sidekick - Step5 Preview 03:14

Yes...you finally master the Sidekick and learn a few variations of it.

Sidekick - Summary Preview 02:18

A summary of the most important details of the Sidekick.

Back Kick Tutorial 6 lectures

Back Kick - Intro Preview 01:43

An introduction of the Back Kick for you.

Back Kick - Examples Preview 00:40

Different examples of how to execute Back Kicks.

Back Kick - Step1 Preview 01:24

You will learn the starting position and the chamber.

Back Kick - Step2 Preview 01:49

You learn how to add the kick to the motion.

Back Kick - Step3 Preview 01:36

You master the Back Kick and learn how to do a few variations of it.

Back Kick - Summary Preview 01:31

Slow-motion summary of the key points of the Back Kick

Reverse Sidekick Tutorial 6 lectures

Reverse Sidekick - Intro Preview 02:19

Background information and introduction to the Reverse Sidekick.

Reverse Sidekick - Examples Preview 00:38

A few examples of how the Reverse Sidekick looks like.

Reverse Sidekick - Step1 Preview 01:40

You will learn the starting position and the 180° rotation.

Reverse Sidekick - Step2 Preview 01:41

In this lesson you learn how to chamber and kick.

Reverse Sidekick - Step3 Preview 01:23

You master the Reverse Sidekick and learn some cool variations of it.

Reverse Sidekick - Summary Preview 01:22

A summary of the key points of the Reverse Sidekick in slow-motion.

Hook Kick Tutorial 8 lectures

Hook Kick - Intro Preview 02:40

An introduction and general overview to the Hook Kick.

Hook Kick - Examples Preview 00:37

A few examples of how to execute Hook Kicks correctly.

Hook Kick - Step1 Preview 02:02

You learn the starting position and the chamber motion.

Hook Kick - Step2 Preview 01:58

Learn how to kick and re-chamber.

Hook Kick - Step3 Preview 01:16

In this lesson you learn how to add flow and power to the motion.

Hook Kick - Step4 Preview 01:16

You learn how to kick directly with the front leg.

Hook Kick - Step5 Preview 02:30

You master the Hook Kick completely and learn some different variations of it.

Hook Kick - Summary Preview 01:43

A summary of the key points of the Hook Kick in slow-motion.

Spinning Hook Kick Tutorial 10 lectures

Spinning Hook Kick - Intro Preview 02:28

An introduction to the Spinning Hook Kick.

Spinning Hook Kick - Examples Preview 00:37

Examples of correctly executed Spinning Hook Kicks.

Spinning Hook Kick - Step1 Preview 01:39

First you learn the starting position and the chamber motion.

Spinning Hook Kick - Step2 Preview 01:20

In this lesson you learn how to do an Inside Spinning Crescent Kick.

Spinning Hook Kick - Step3 Preview 01:12

Now you learn how to add the Hook Kick.

Spinning Hook Kick - Step4 Preview 01:25

Here you learn how to add momentum to the whole motion.

Spinning Hook Kick - Step5 Preview 02:14

Learn and try different setups for Spinning Hook.

Spinning Hook Kick - Step6 Preview 02:34

Finally yes! :-) My favourite...you learn how to do the Tricking Hook Kick. (Tricking Style Hook)

Spinning Hook Kick - Step7 Preview 01:54

You master the Spinning Hook Kick and learn different variations of it.

Spinning Hook Kick - Summary Preview 01:10

A summary of all key points of the Spinning Hook Kick.

Touch Down Hook Kick Tutorial 6 lectures

Touch Down Hook Kick - Intro Preview 02:07

An introduction and various information of the Touch Down Hook Kick.

Touch Down Hook Kick - Examples Preview 00:34

Examples of correctly executed Touch Down Hook Kicks.

Touch Down Hook Kick - Step1 Preview 02:17

First you learn the basic form.

Touch Down Hook Kick - Step2 Preview 01:21

Then you learn the "Tricking" form.

Touch Down Hook Kick - Step3 Preview 01:39

You master the Touch Down Hook and learn some cool variations of it.

Touch Down Hook Kick - Summary Preview 01:55

A summary of the key points of the Touch Down Hook Kick in slow-motion.

Front Sweep Kick Tutorial 6 lectures

Front Sweep Kick - Intro Preview 02:22

An introduction to the Front Sweep Kick.

Front Sweep Kick - Examples Preview 00:34

Examples of what Front Sweep Kicks look like.

Front Sweep Kick - Step1 Preview 02:23

Learn the starting position, setup and the 180° Sweep Kick.

Front Sweep Kick - Step2 Preview 02:25

Here you learn the 360° Sweep Kick.

Front Sweep Kick - Step3 Preview 02:35

You master the Front Sweep and learn a few variations of it.

Front Sweep Kick - Summary Preview 02:05

Summary of the key points of the Front Sweep Kick.

Back Sweep Kick Tutorial 6 lectures

Back Sweep Kick - Intro Preview 01:53

An introduction to the Back Sweep Kick.

Back Sweep Kick - Examples Preview 00:34

Examples of correctly executed Back Sweep`s.

Back Sweep Kick - Step1 Preview 02:21

Learn the starting position, the setup and the 180° Sweep Kick.

Back Sweep Kick - Step 2 Preview 02:02

Learn to do the whole 360° Sweep Kick.

Back Sweep Kick - Step3 Preview 02:33

You master the Back Sweep and learn a few cool variations of it.

Back Sweep Kick - Summary Preview 02:08

Summary of the key points.

Jump Kicks! Take The Kicks Into The Air! 1 lectures

The First 3 Advanced Jumping Kicks! Preview 00:16

Jump Frontkick Tutorial 11 lectures

Jump Frontkick - Intro Preview 01:39

An introduction and overview of the Jump Frontkick.

Jump Frontkick - Examples Preview 00:40

Examples of how it looks like.

Jump Frontkick - Explanation - Cheat Setup v/s Pop Setup Preview 00:47

An explanation of the difference between cheat and pop setups.

Jump Frontkick - Step1 / Cheat Setup Preview 01:59

You learn the starting position and how to do the cheat setup.

Jump Frontkick - Step2 / Cheat Setup Preview 01:49

Learn how to add the kick.

Jump Frontkick - Step 1 / Pop Setup Preview 01:48

Learn the starting position and how to do the pop setup.

Jump Frontkick - Step2 / Pop Setup Preview 01:51

Learn how to add the jump.

Jump Frontkick - Step3 / Pop Setup Preview 01:34

Learn how to add the kick to it.

Jump Frontkick - Step4 Preview 02:38

You master the Jump Frontkick and learn some variations and exercises of it.

Jump Frontkick - Summary / Cheat Setup Preview 01:22

Summary of the key points of the kick by using a cheat setup.

Jump Frontkick - Summary / Pop Setup Preview 01:32

Summary of the key points by using the pop setup.

Split Kick Tutorial 6 lectures

Split Kick - Intro Preview 01:52

An introduction to the Split Kick.

Split Kick - Examples Preview 00:38

Examples of how the Split Kick looks like.

Split Kick - Step1 Preview 01:43

Learn the starting position and how to setup this kick.

Split Kick - Step2 Preview 01:26

Learn how to add the kick.

Split Kick - Step3 Preview 01:54

Learn how to do a full Split Kick with the run-up.

Split Kick - Summary Preview 01:30

Summary of the key points of the Split Kick.

Jump Sidekick & Flying Sidekick Tutorial 7 lectures

Jump Sidekick - Intro Preview 02:21

An introduction to this kick.

Jump Sidekick - Examples Preview 00:35

Examples of how the Jump- and Flying Sidekicks look like.

Jump Sidekick - Step1 Preview 01:41

Learn the starting position and how to do the setup.

Jump Sidekick - Step2 Preview 01:14

Learn how to add the kick for Jump Sidekick.

Flying Sidekick - Step3 Preview 02:47

Learn how to do the Flying Sidekick..:-)

Jump Sidekick - Summary Preview 01:22

A summary of the key points of the Jump Sidekick.

Flying Sidekick - Summary Preview 01:23

Summary of the key points of the Flying Sidekick.

Final Test! Combine All The Kicks & Challenge Yourself 6 lectures

The Final Test! Preview 00:23

Kicking Combos - Intro Preview 02:03

Introduction to the last lesson.

Kicking Combos - 2 Kick Combinations Preview 01:01

Combo suggestions with 2 kicks.

Kicking Combos - 3 Kick Combinations Preview 01:25

My suggestions for 3 kick combinations.

Kicking Combos - 4 Kick Combinations Preview 01:45

My suggestions to combine 4 kicks.

Kicking Combos - 5 Kick Combinations Preview 01:27

My suggestions for combining 5 kicks.