that might be fine however the way we would try to do it is to cut the person off mid step straight through their middle which, if they are stepping to the side, will mean their stance is weak on that angle (and ungrounded due to the stepping). If you get your timing right it can be difficult for a person to defend themselves well since they are mid step and even harder to recover if you keep the pressure on, or send them flying backwards.Agree! That's the best strategy. Don't play your opponent's circular game. Take control back, and force him to play your game. If your opponent tries to step to your right, you can step in your right leg to the outside of his left leading leg. This way you have just interrupted his circular footwork.