Technique SchoolLesson 02 / 08
Red, black, and off-white ink illustration of a fighter rotating through a rear-hand cross with the lead glove guarding.
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Coach callout · “Cross”

CrossFundamentals

A rear-hand straight powered by the floor, hip, and shoulder turning together through the center line.

Side
rear
Range
long
Target
Head or torso center line
Three-phase movement

Build it clean.

  1. 01

    Setup

    Stay balanced in stance with the rear heel light, elbows close, and lead glove protecting your cheek.

  2. 02

    Strike

    Pivot on the rear foot, turn the hip and shoulder, and drive the rear fist straight while the lead hand stays home.

  3. 03

    Return

    Pull the fist back on its line and unwind only far enough to regain your stance and guard.

Coaching and safety

Coach Cue

“Foot, hip, fist.”

Common Mistake

Arm-punching without the rear-foot pivot, or over-rotating until your stance collapses.

Safety First

Build speed gradually and keep a soft elbow at full reach rather than forcing the joint straight.

Take it into a full round

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