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Techniques

Blocks

Low Section Block

Najunde Makgi

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A forearm block directed downward to deflect attacks aimed at the lower body or groin. It appears in nearly every ITF pattern.

Middle Section Block

Kaunde Makgi

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A forearm block executed at chest height to intercept punches or strikes to the torso.

High Section Block

Nopunde Makgi

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A rising forearm block used to deflect strikes aimed at the head.

Outer Forearm Block

Bakat Palmok Makgi

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A block using the outer side of the forearm sweeping from inside to outside. It deflects straight punches or hooking attacks.

Inner Forearm Block

An Palmok Makgi

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A block using the inner side of the forearm, sweeping from outside to inside. It redirects attacks inward and often sets up counter attacks.

Knifehand Block

Sonkal Makgi

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A block using the edge of the open hand, typically sweeping across to deflect a strike. It is faster than a forearm block.

Double Forearm Block

Doo Palmok Makgi

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A reinforced block where one forearm performs the main block while the other is placed just above the elbow for support.

Twin Forearm Block

Sang Palmok Makgi

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A simultaneous double forearm block in which both forearms block in different directions at the same time.

Wedging Block

Hechyo Makgi

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A double block in which both arms sweep outward simultaneously, wedging apart a grappling attempt or simultaneous double attack.

Rising Block

Ollyo Makgi

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An upward sweeping block used to deflect downward strikes such as hammerfist or axe kick attacks.

U-Shape Block

Digutja Makgi

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A block forming a U shape with both arms, protecting the groin and neck simultaneously. It is used against grab attempts.

Checking Block

Wedaebi Makgi

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A simultaneous double block with both arms moving in complementary directions to intercept two attacks at once.