Double Back Kick Tutorial
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Double Drop Back Kick
SubFamilyダブル・ドロップ・バック・キック(Daburu Doroppu Bakku Kikku)
Translation: Double drop back kick
Overview
The Double Drop Back Kick delivers two back kicks in rapid succession while dropping to the ground, alternating legs for a devastating two-strike combination. [1] The momentum from the first kick's recoil helps chamber the second, creating a rapid-fire sequence from ground level. [1]
Twin Drop Back Kick
History & Origin
Effectiveness
Offers specific tactical advantages over the standard back kick in appropriate situations. [1]
Lineage
Cross-style martial arts kicking tradition; documented in kick compendiums. [1]
Competition Record
An acrobatic kick variation primarily seen in demonstrations and point-fighting tournaments. Not practical in full-contact competition due to the ground recovery time required. [1]
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Biomechanical Mechanism
Primary Action — Back Kick mechanics modified for double drop back kick variant
Joints Involved — Hip, knee, ankle — specific to back kick trajectory
Force Vector — Modified back kick trajectory
Leverage Principle — Hip rotation and leg extension generate force along the back kick arc
Position & Entry
From fighting stance — Chamber and execute the double drop back kick
From close range — Adapted version for tight distance
Variants
High variant
Mid variant
Low variant
Videos
1 video
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Ratings
Risk of injury to the person this technique is applied to
6
High6/10
Back Kick variant with standard striking power
Skill level needed to execute this technique reliably
Expert
Whether this technique is allowed under major competition rule sets
Illegal
WBC/Boxing — All kicks prohibited in boxing {src— WBC Rules of Boxing}
Legal
— Unified MMA — Legal striking technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDFKyokushin — Legal at full power to body and head {src— IKO Kyokushin Tournament Rules}
— WT — Legal, body kick 2 points, head kick 3 points, spinn...
WT Competition Rules 2024PDF— WAKO — Legal in Full Contact and Low Kick formats
WAKO Competition RulesPDFK-1/GLORY — Legal {src— K-1/GLORY Kickboxing Rules}
— IFMA — Legal — kicks are a core Muay Thai technique
IFMA Muay Thai RulesPDFTraining Notes
✓Master the standard back kick before attempting the double drop back kick (De Bremaeker & Faige, 2010)
✓Practise with pad work for targeting accuracy
Common Mistakes
!Attempting without solid back kick foundation
!Poor balance
!Insufficient power generation
Related Techniques
Counter Techniques
Setup Chain
1Feint → Double Drop Back Kick → Follow-up combination
Sources & References
Primary Source
Essential Book of Martial Arts Kicks (De Bremaeker & Faige, 2010)
1Book[1] De Bremaeker, M. and Faige, R. (2010). Essential Book of Martial Arts Kicks: 89 Kicks from Karate, Taekwondo, Muay Thai, Jeet Kune Do, and Others. Tuttle Publishing. ISBN 978-1-4629-0558-4.
2Citation[1] De Bremaeker, M. and Faige, R. (2010). Essential Book of Martial Arts Kicks: 89 Kicks from Karate, Taekwondo, Muay Thai, Jeet Kune Do, and Others. Tuttle Publishing. ISBN 978-1-4629-0558-4.
[1] De Bremaeker & Faige, Essential Book of Martial Arts Kicks (2010)
Community
Athletics
Requires solid back kick foundation
Good balance and coordination
Notes
Documented in De Bremaeker & Faige, Section 4.12. Two back kicks delivered in rapid succession from a dropping position — an advanced combination requiring exceptional balance and coordination. (De Bremaeker & Faige, Essential Book of Martial Arts Kicks, 2010)
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the purpose of the first kick in a double back kick?
The first kick should generate momentum as a light touch-up rather than full power—you don't want to knock your target out of range for the finishing back kick. Close Quarters Combat Academy emphasizes keeping it controlled so you can smoothly transition into the real finisher.
How should I position the first kick relative to my target?
Position the first kick a little ways away from your target and offset rather than directly in line, as this helps set up your rotation without disrupting it. Avoid kicking too high or too low, as either will ruin your rotation for the second kick.
Why is turning my head important when executing a double back kick?
Turning your head helps initiate natural body rotation—if you keep looking forward, you'll find it hard to rotate and land your kick cleanly. Let your body move naturally as you turn to set up the finishing back kick.
Do I need perfect flexibility to practice the double back kick?
You don't need kicks at exactly 100 degrees or completely erect—being comfortable at around 90 degrees is sufficient. Master the basic mechanics first, then you can combine them together.
How does the Double Drop Back Kick work?
The Double Drop Back Kick delivers two back kicks in rapid succession while dropping to the ground, alternating legs for a devastating two-strike combination. The momentum from the first kick's recoil helps chamber the second, creating a rapid-fire sequence from ground level.
Where does the Double Drop Back Kick come from?
The Double Drop Back Kick is a specialised variant documented in cross-style kicking methodology. It represents an advanced development of the standard back kick.
Is the Double Drop Back Kick legal in competition?
Unified MMA: legal — Legal striking technique; WBC/Boxing: banned — All kicks prohibited in boxing; WKF: legal — Legal, chudan (body) kick scores 2 points, jodan (head) kick scores 3 points; Kyokushin: legal — Legal at full power to body and head; WT: legal — Legal, body kick 2 points, head kick 3 points, spinning body 4 points, spinni…; WAKO: legal — Legal in Full Contact and Low Kick formats; K: legal — 1/GLORY — Legal; IFMA: legal — Legal — kicks are a core Muay Thai technique
How dangerous is the Double Drop Back Kick?
Danger rating 6/10. Back Kick variant with standard striking power
How do I set up the Double Drop Back Kick?
The standard setup chain: Feint → Double Drop Back Kick → Follow-up combination.
How do I defend against the Double Drop Back Kick?
Standard counters include: Step inside range / Block and counter / Low kick to support leg.
What are the variants of the Double Drop Back Kick?
Common variants: High variant; Mid variant; Low variant.
How effective is the Double Drop Back Kick in competition?
An acrobatic kick variation primarily seen in demonstrations and point-fighting tournaments. Not practical in full-contact competition due to the ground recovery time required.
What are common mistakes when doing the Double Drop Back Kick?
Top errors to watch for: Attempting without solid back kick foundation / Poor balance / Insufficient power generation.
What are other names for the Double Drop Back Kick?
The Double Drop Back Kick is also known as Daburu Doroppu Bakku Kikku, Twin Drop Back Kick.