This episode from a Taekwondo training manual explains the three fundamental types of kicks: underleg kicks, overleg kicks, and hip kicks.

Each type emphasizes a different part of the body, but all involve elements of all three. Underleg kicks are fast and precise, overleg kicks deliver powerful blows, and hip kicks add rotational force.

Mastering all three types is essential for developing a well-rounded kicking technique in Taekwondo.