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A selection of sample course technique articles and video tuition movie clips are available for you to browse below. Click on the appropriate article or video and a new window will be launched with the course sample for you to view. Located to the left of this section you can also view screenshots of the members area which you will use to view and manage each course you subscribe to on Aiming High.



Technique Articles
(Kickboxing Course Sample)
The roundhouse kick, also known as Round Kick or Turning kick, is a kick in which the attacker swings his or her leg in a circular motion. The most common targets for the kick are the head, lower torso, and thighs - striking with either the shin, instep, or ball of the foot. This article includes detailed diagrams of the roundhouse kick being performed, step by step instructions, and key pointers to execute the kick technique correctly.
Technique Articles
(Kickboxing Course Sample)
This video demonstrates the correct technique for the right hand cross or reverse punch, and includes slow motion video capture of the cross technique. The cross is a powerful straight punch delivered with the rear hand, utilising full hip and shoulder rotation mechanics to increase reach, power, and speed, and is often thrown in combination with the jab. Please refer to the associated technique article on this course for additional in-depth technique information.
Technique Articles
This video breaks the basic form down into all of the component techniques covered in this course using Bokkens (wooden swords) and an opponent. This helps to demonstrate the key timing and distance aspects of the form. The techniques include drawing preparation, the initial draw and cut, blocking, cutting techniques, bloodshed, and resheathing the Katana.
Technique Articles
(Tai Chi Course Sample)
This article details the component techniques used in the first section of the Yang Slow Form. The form is made up from all of the basic principle techniques and movements in this course and combined together in different aspects to perform the form. Please view the associated video tuition lessons to see the entire Yang Form being demonstrated.
Technique Articles
(Tai Chi Course Sample)

The basic postures identified and discussed earlier in this course form the basis of Push Hands. Push hands develops our ability to tune in to each others subtle energies by moving in harmony with a partner. This video demonstrates different aspects of the push hands exercise, and how it develops and evolves between the two practitioners.



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