Crescent Kick (Bandal Chagi)
This kick is used for blocking the attacking hand or foot to the middle section and area above. The sole of the foot is the tool which should reach the target in an arc.
An advantage of this technique i s that the blocking foot can be readily available for a swift counter attack. The main target should be the elbow joint, Achilles' tendon o r ankle joint, with the forearm and outer or inner tibia secondary. Though outside block is more effective, an inside block is also used frequently.
Keep the back heel faced downward a t the moment of the block. This technique is classified into low and middle crescent kicks.
Correct Posture
Front View
Side View
Outside Block
This can best insure for a counter-attack with the same foot because the opponent's other free hand and foot become ineffective.
Inside Block
A special caution must be exercised when executing an inside block, since the opponent may use the opposite hand or foot for a counter-attack.
The same theory is applicable to a hooking kick.
Double Crescent Kick
Only vertical kick is possible.
