Korean Name: Suroh Chagi (수로 차기) • Suroh (수로): Sweeping • Chagi (차기): Kick
The Sweeping Kick is a low-level technique designed to break the opponent’s balance by attacking their supporting leg. It is especially effective against the outer ankle joint, causing the opponent to stumble or fall, creating an opening for follow-up attacks.
• Side Sole (Yopbal Badak) – Used for a broad, pushing contact against the ankle area. • Back Heel (Dwitchuk) – Used for more concentrated impact and hooking force.
1. Position yourself within range of the opponent’s supporting leg. 2. Lower your stance to maintain balance and stability. 3. Swing the kicking leg in a smooth, controlled arc toward the outer ankle joint. 4. Make contact with either the side sole or back heel depending on the tactical need. 5. Follow through to complete the sweep and immediately recover your stance to defend or counterattack.
• Commonly used to destabilize an opponent before executing a hand or foot attack. • Effective in both sparring and self-defense situations. • Should be executed with precise timing to coincide with the opponent’s weight transfer to the targeted leg.