5 Advanced Slide Back Defense And Counterattack Combinations

Slide back defense is one of the easiest ways to defend a kick. When done correctly this technique allows for you to counterattack quickly. When your opponent throws a strike, step back quickly out of the way so that your opponent misses their target. As soon as you step back…

5 Leg Catch & Counterattack Combinations

The leg catch is a commonly used defense against kicks. When an opponent throws a kick, you sidestep away from the incoming kick to lessen the force of the blow while simultaneously catching the leg with both hands. This allows you to control your opponents body and gives you the ability…

X Block Defense & Counterattack

A good defense is often where a good offensive attack starts.  When your opponent attacks, he or she will be vulnerable to counterattacks. You must be able to defend the attack and quickly transition into an offensive counterattack.  In this video, multiple time Muay Thai World Champion Namsaknoi Yudthagarngamtorn teaches…

Yoddecha Sityodtong: Counter Kick With Knee To Thighs

In this video, Muay Thai World Champion Yoddecha Sityodtong teaches one of his favorite techniques. When the opponent throws a kick, Yoddecha counters with a knee to the inner thigh. This is a very high level technique that requires perfect timing and accuracy.

Saknarong Sityodtong: Reverse Up Elbow to Counter Punches

In this video, renowned trainer of Muay Thai World Champions Saknarong Sityodtong teaches one of his favorite techniques. After slipping his opponent’s punch, he delivers a reverse up elbow. The ability to anticipate an opponent’s next strike is a skill that takes a great deal of time to master, but…