Teaching flying reverse turning kick
Teaching Flying Reverse Turning Kick
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One of the challenges when teaching the flying reverse turning kick is recognising that not all students are built the same. This video shows how instructors can adapt their teaching based on the physical attributes of the student, rather than forcing everyone into a single model.
Led by Mr Brendan Doogan, the session uses two junior New Zealand team members to clearly demonstrate these differences in practice. Isabel is naturally flexible and can achieve height through extension, allowing her to jump lower while still reaching the target. Liam, by contrast, is more powerful but less flexible, which means he must generate more height in the jump to execute the kick effectively.
The value of this video lies in showing instructors why different students need different coaching cues, even when performing the same technique.
Mr Doogan explains how instructors should recognise these differences early and adjust their teaching approach accordingly. Rather than labelling one method as right or wrong, the video reinforces that good teaching means working with the student’s natural strengths while addressing their limitations.
Throughout the session, the flying reverse turning kick is broken down in a way that helps instructors understand how jump height, flexibility, power, and timing interact. This makes it far easier to diagnose why a student may be struggling and what to correct first.
- Clear examples of how flexibility and power affect jump height and kicking range
- Practical guidance on teaching different body types effectively
- Improved ability to coach students who struggle with either height or extension
- A more individualised teaching approach that produces better long-term results
The video also includes numerous tips related to competition training. Special Techniques competition is a standard part of tournaments and remains a senior grading requirement. Mr Doogan shares helpful insights on how to prepare students for this environment, including technical expectations, consistency under pressure, and the importance of tailoring training to the athlete.
This makes the session particularly valuable for instructors working with competitors, grading candidates, or students aiming to bridge the gap between technical performance and competition execution.
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