Savate training: Lesson 5 - Chassé frontal

Now when you should know basic boxing stance and some basic punches (jab, right cross and hook) we can learn our first kick. The first and easiest savate kick is called Chassé frontal. Chassé frontal kick can be done by both lead and rear foot. In the video below you see how chassé frontal is done.



Chassé frontal is not very difficult to learn but few common mistakes for beginners are:

• You forget to cover your face when you kick chassé frontal. Your hands and gloves should stay in the same position where they are in basic boxing stance all the time when you kick. I see too often beginners who kick pretty well but open their hands to keep their balance when kicking.
• You kick ok but you don't get immediately in balance after this kick. This leaves you open for opponents punches and kicks. Pay attention in keeping your balance controlled when you kick chassé frontal.