Olympic-Style Kyorugi Sparring Training

Even our youngest athletes learn the fundamentals of Kyorugi. I guide them on maintaining their stance, balance, and control while executing basic kicks (Chagi) and punches (Jireugi) in a safe and supervised setting.

Getting ready for action. Students warm up and then gear up in their chest guards and helmets for a Kyorugi session. Proper preparation is key to a productive and safe sparring practice.

This clip shows the contrast in our training. One moment I am demonstrating a powerful jumping kick, and the next, a young student is practicing their own kicks in full sparring gear. We scale our training for every level.

A lively sparring session between two young students. This is where they learn to apply their techniques, manage distance, and think on their feet. It's a great way to build confidence and practical skills.

Here I am supervising a sparring match between two young athletes. My focus is on ensuring they use proper technique and maintain control, learning the art of combat in a disciplined manner.

Two senior students engage in a focused sparring session. I observe closely, providing guidance to help them refine their movements, improve their timing, and develop their personal fighting style.

During this sparring match, I'm instructing the student to aim high and keep their guard up. We practice hitting scoring zones, like the face and torso, to prepare for competitive matches.

"Upar, upar, upar kick!" I constantly push my students to improve their technique during sparring. Here, I'm reminding a young athlete to use push kicks and maintain pressure on their opponent.

Counter-attacking is a critical skill in sparring. I'm teaching this student to let his opponent initiate a move and then respond with a swift, effective counter. It's about strategy, not just aggression.