Power Breaking with Luke Thompson

TKDCoaching Video Release

This post records the release of a TKDCoaching training video on power breaking featuring multi-world champion Luke Thompson.

Power breaking is a very important, but often overlooked, aspect of Taekwon-Do training. In this session, Mr Thompson delivers an informative and entertaining breakdown of power breaking concepts suitable for students of all grades.

Understanding Effective Power Breaking

Throughout the video, Luke Thompson explains how correct technique, commitment, and follow-through combine to produce reliable breaking results. The session covers knifehand techniques, side piercing kick, and turning kick, along with practical advice on equipment, conditioning, and preparation.

The emphasis is not simply on breaking boards, but on understanding how power is generated and transferred through the body to achieve clean, confident breaks.

In this short clip, Luke Thompson adds a touch of humour while explaining the importance of follow-through when performing breaking techniques. It highlights one of the key coaching points that runs throughout the full video.

This free clip above is taken from a TKDCoaching training video featuring Luke Thompson.

Premium Video

The full premium video expands on the concepts shown in the sample clip and includes detailed instruction on multiple breaking techniques, equipment selection, and conditioning methods.

Watch the full premium video here