Low Block

Martial Arts Low Block

This page will show you how to do a martial arts low block. This block is also known as a downwards or down block. With a low block, martial arts students bring their arm down to block an opponent’s kick or to block a hand grab by an opponent. If swung hard enough, the block can also act as a strike against the opponent’s attacking leg or arm.

For more blocking techniques, please visit Black Belt Wiki’s main Martial Arts Blocks section.

Karate Low Block

Taekwondo Low Block

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