KU Quick Tips - Kicking Hip Position

This Quick Tip takes a look at the similarities in hip position for front kick and side kick. While the base leg, direction of extension for power transfer, and posture are different, the way the hips open is similar and is worth exploring to better understand the mechanics of the techniques.
Cody Stewart is a martial arts instructor of Koryu Uchinadi Kenpo Jutsu under Hanshi Patrick McCarthy. KU is a style of karate that utilizes impacting, clinch, throws, chokes, joint locks, and groundwork within a traditional Japanese budo framework. Emphasis is on civil self defense against habitual acts of physical violence (HAPV) and how all of the defensive themes are embodied in kata movements.

[@sylaq]

You're easily the best instructor on youtube. Please keep them coming.

[@monsterprone353]

That's high praise! Thank you so much! :)

[@mykaratejournal2120]

thanks for adding a new perspective to how I viewed Karate kicks

[@monsterprone353]

There are so many different ways to look at the same things. I like to keep looking around for people who explain things differently and sometimes something clicks. Thanks for watching!

[@mykaratejournal2120]

superb analysis and good explanation. Thank you. OSU!

[@monsterprone353]

Thanks for watching. Glad you found it valuable.

[@whollybro]

I'm blessed to know you, Cody. You're the best!

[@wisemanbernard3549]

Finally, New video！

[@monsterprone353]

Yeah, it's been a long hiatus! Thanks for sticking around! :)

[@lesamourai777]

Wow! Thanks for sharing these Pearls of knowledge!

[@monsterprone353]

I appreciate you watching and I'm glad you find value in what I have to share. :)

[@ThatBunkaiBlokeShawnDonaldson]

Awesome stuff Renshi. Very well articulated!

[@monsterprone353]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@craig.barker]

Definite food for thought, thank you for sharing this. Will need to re-evaluate my kicks!

[@monsterprone353]

Thanks! It's always nice when something causes us to take another look at something we probably take for granted.

[@DoctorShaft]

Glad to see you're back.

[@monsterprone353]

Thanks! It's good to be back!

[@jadeastilbe]

Thank you! Excellent explanation and demonstration!

[@monsterprone353]

Thanks for watching!

[@amokbel]

Very cleverly and clearly explained! Thank you for such a good video.

[@monsterprone353]

Thank you!

[@EastWestFightingArts]

Very nicely presented Renshi ...

[@monsterprone353]

Thank you so much, Sensei! As you know I couldn't do it without you, and I'm always inspired by you. :)

[@goofi953]

Why did you stop making does videos???? They're absolutly GREAT!

[@monsterprone353]

Glad you like them! Yeah I haven't made one in quite a while. Life got in the way. Started a family. :)
One day I hope to get back to it. Still have many topic ideas.

[@goofi953]

@@monsterprone353 Congrats! I really hope you will be back. Where can I look more for incredible contant like yours?

[@monsterprone353]

Thanks! Sorry for the very late reply. Two gentlemen that i know make many videos (maybe not necessarily on RUclips) who you should look into are Ante Brannbacka of Finland and Kurt Graham of New Zealand. Both excellent martial artists with great content they've put out there.

[@MZH47]

Love these!

[@monsterprone353]

Thank you for watching!

[@fulltatami5301]

Muy buena explicación, podría hacer lo mismo pero explicando mawashi geri, muchas gracias y felicitaciones !!

[@monsterprone353]

Gracias por ver mi video. Inclusivemente, el proximo video sera en el tema de mawashi geri. Estara listo pronto.

[@willc32917]

Very good video. I like the breakdown about the balance during the kick and where your back foot should be, so you are not off balance.
Just curious what state you train in? I'm in NY. Thank you

[@monsterprone353]

Thanks! Glad you like the video. I live in Calgary.

[@dennisfranke949]

Is this the first video since a year ago? Finally!
I liked you better with more hair.

[@monsterprone353]

Yeah, It's been a whole year! I took quite a break.
Ha! I'll keep the hair thing in mind. It sure is easier to roll out of bed and go when you buzz it off. That said, I suppose I never really had a lot of hair. :)