BLOCKING KICKS ABOVE THE KNEES

All other kicks can be blocked with the palms and elbows. The elbow
is a formidable weapon against kicks and stops anyone from using
flashy roundhouse kicks. For all other kicks we use ‘the barging
technique. This is a most excellent training method that will work in
a real situation.
If someone is going to kick you, he will have to have his timing/distance
right in order to deliver the right amount of power at the right
time. If you are adept at very quickly moving in at the exact moment,
the kick will become ineffectual. You might be struck but the force
will be halved.