Video: Footwork that Every TKD Martial Artist Should Know! | Taekwondo Sparring Tips by W1 Taekwondo. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.
Technique recap
Bouncing, stepping and switching stances form the base of WT sparring, letting you close and open distance in an instant.
3 key details
- Keep a light, rhythmic bounce.
- Switch stances quickly without crossing.
- Keep the hips forward and ready to kick.
Your 10-minute home drill
- 2:00Bounce in stance
- 2:00Forward and back steps
- 3:00Stance switches
- 2:00Footwork bursts
- 1:00Calf stretch
Safety
Use a non-slip floor.
Instructor disclaimer
Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.
