Day 4 (Thu) KKB 🛡️ Defense + Counters — Check, Counter, Pivot, Reset — KKB Weekly Training Plan (3:30–5:30)

Day 4 is “smart protection day” 🧠🛡️ — you learn how to stay safe and punish mistakes without trading damage. The KKB goal is simple: defend clean → counter fast → pivot out → reset. No chaos, no chasing, no standing still.

Golden rule: Defend clean ✅ counter fast ⚡ pivot off line 🧭 reset in stance 🛡️

This page gives you a complete 2-hour plan (3:30–5:30) with warm-up, technique blocks, drill tables, partner work, and controlled sparring rules.

Day 4 (Thu) KKB 🛡️ Defense + Counters — Check, Counter, Pivot, Reset (3:30–5:30)

📌 Table of Contents

1. Day 4 Summary (Thu) ✅
2. Goal of the Day 🎯
3. Session Structure (3:30–5:30) ⏱️
4. Defense Foundations: Check • Counter • Pivot • Reset 🔁
5. Kick Defense & Counters (Table) 🦵
6. Punch Defense & Counters (Table) 🥊
7. Pivot & Reset Drills (Table) 🧭
8. Partner Drills (Table) 🤝
9. Controlled Sparring Rules (Table) 🛡️
10. Common Mistakes (Fix Fast) 🚫✅
11. Keep Training (Internal Links) 🔗
12. FAQ ❓

1. Day 4 Summary (Thu) ✅

Day	Time	Main Focus	Key Targets
Day 4 (Thu)	3:30–5:30	🛡️ Defense + Counters	Check, counter, pivot, reset

Goal of the day: defense that instantly becomes offense — you stay balanced, stay protected, and leave the exchange clean. Power is great… but not getting hit is the real superpower. 😄

2. Goal of the Day 🎯

✅ Stop kicks with clean checks (no falling, no panic)
✅ Block/slip punches without opening the center line
✅ Counter with 1–2 shots (fast, accurate, safe)
✅ Pivot out after counters (don’t stand in front)
✅ Reset to stance and distance (breathe + guard + eyes)

Day 4 rule: If you counter but you don’t exit… you’re still in danger. 🔁

3. Session Structure (3:30–5:30) ⏱️

Block	Minutes	Focus	Coaching Key
Warm-Up	15	Movement + defense activation	Light, sharp, no fatigue 🔥
Technique	45	Checks, blocks, slips, counters	Small moves, big results 🧠
Partner Drills	30	Timing + reactions	1–2 counters only ⚡
Controlled Sparring	15–20	Defense → counter → exit	No brawling, clean exits 🛡️
Cooldown	10	Breathing + stretch	Recover like a pro 😮‍💨

4. Defense Foundations: Check • Counter • Pivot • Reset 🔁

CHECK 🦵 = stop the kick without losing balance
COUNTER ⚡ = punish immediately with 1–2 clean shots
PIVOT 🧭 = change the angle so you’re not in front of danger
RESET ✅ = return to stance, guard, breathing, distance

Simple coaching line: “Defend, answer, disappear.” 😄

5. Kick Defense & Counters (Table) 🦵

Scenario	Defense	Counter	Coaching Tip
Body kick incoming	Check	Jab-cross OR low kick back	Land in stance first ✅
Low kick incoming	Check or step back	Return low kick	Don’t swing wide ✂️
Teep incoming	Parry + step	Jab-cross	Hands stay high 🛡️
Kick + follow-up punch	Check → guard tight	Cross → pivot out	Exit after counter 🧭

6. Punch Defense & Counters (Table) 🥊

Attack	Defense	Counter	Coaching Tip
Jab	Parry or catch	Cross	Small hands, no big slap 👀
Cross	Block or slip	Cross back OR hook	Slip is tiny, feet under you ✅
Hook	High guard shell	Cross → pivot out	Don’t freeze after defense 🧠
1–2 combo	Block → reset	Jab-cross (fast)	Answer immediately ⚡
Any punch pressure	Block/slip basics	1–2 shots then exit	Counter is short, then move 🧭

7. Pivot & Reset Drills (Table) 🧭

Drill	Time / Reps	Main Focus	Coaching Tip
Angle Exit Drill	3 × 2 min	Exit after counter	Pivot after you land (not before) ✅
Jab-Cross → Exit	3 × 10 each side	Fast reset habit	Hands back home 🛡️
Block → Cross → Pivot	4 × 8	Defense to angle	Small pivot, don’t spin 🎯
Check → Counter → Reset	3 × 10	Balance under pressure	Land stable before counter 🦵
10s fast / 20s smooth	6 minutes	Control under fatigue	Speed with clean form ⚡

8. Partner Drills (Table) 🤝

Partner Drill	Rounds	Main Focus	Rule
1-for-1 Defense Counter	3 × 2 min	Reaction timing	Defend + 1 counter only ✅
2-for-2 + Pivot Out	3 × 2 min	Short combos + exit	Counter then pivot 🧭
Pressure Reset Walkdown	3 × 2 min	Keep calm under pressure	No brawling, reset every time 🛡️
Pad/partner timing work	10–15 min	Counter accuracy	Clean shots, no wild swings 🎯

9. Controlled Sparring Rules (Table) 🛡️

Rule	What It Means	Coach Tip
Light power only	Technical learning, not fighting	Control = progress ✅
Defense required	You must defend before countering	No “first hit wins” mindset 🧠
Counter limit	1–2 counters max, then exit	Don’t turn it into a brawl 🚫
Exit rule	Pivot or reset after every exchange	Angles keep you safe 🧭
Optional: defense sparring	Defense + Counters Sparring	Only score after defense 🛡️
Optional: range-only sparring	Range Control Sparring	Keep center + stay balanced 🎯

10. Common Mistakes (Fix Fast) 🚫✅

❌ Checking and leaning back → ✅ check compact, land in stance
❌ Countering too long (5–6 shots) → ✅ 1–2 shots then pivot
❌ Big sloppy checks → ✅ compact check, land in stance
❌ Leaning back on defense → ✅ stay under your hips
❌ Pivoting like a spin → ✅ small pivot, eyes on opponent
❌ Hands drop during kick defense → ✅ guard stays high 🛡️, returns instantly
❌ “Reset” means stopping → ✅ reset is active (stance + distance + breathing)
❌ Admiring your counter → ✅ score, exit, reset 😄

11. Keep Training (Internal Links) 🔗

Keep the week connected (good for users + strong SEO structure):

📅 Week hub: KKB Weekly Training Schedule
🥊 Day 1: Day 1 Out-Fighter Distance
🦶 Day 2: Day 2 Teep + Range Control
🦵 Day 3: Day 3 Kick Control
⚡ Day 5: Day 5 Conditioning (10s/20s)
🔄 Day 6: Day 6 Mix Day Review
🥊 Shadow boxing: Shadow Boxing KKB
🔥 Warm-up: Warm-Up & Stretching
📚 Technique hub: Kun Khmer Techniques
🛡️ Stay safe: Injury Prevention
🎥 Learn more: Training Videos

12. FAQ ❓

How do I check kicks without losing balance?

Keep the check compact, keep hands up, and land back into stance immediately. Balance first, then counter.

What is the best beginner counter after defense?

Block/check → jab-cross → pivot out. Simple, fast, safe, and builds perfect habits.

Why do we pivot after counters?

Because staying on the center line is where follow-up shots hit you. Pivoting changes the angle and keeps you safe.

What does “reset” mean in KKB?

Reset means returning to a strong stance, guard up, controlled breathing, and correct distance—ready for the next exchange.

Should Day 4 sparring be hard?

No. Keep it technical. Day 4 is about timing, defense habits, and clean exits. Hard sparring breaks learning.