Kakato Otoshi Geri (Axe Kick) Tutorial | Full Contact Karate

Follow us on Instagram: This time a short breakdown on Kakato Otoshi Geri, also known as the ’axe kick’. This technique is an underrated part of a karateka’s toolset, and is unique in that it’s one of the few kicks that has a downward trajectory, making it useful for circumventing an opponent’s guard. This variation shown is a Kyokushin Karate technique but it works well well in other contexts like MMA, kickboxing, Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Point-Karate etc. Subscribe if you liked it!