CHALLENGE 8 TEST

Defense Maneuver # 6

TIER 1 - SINGLE FACET MOVEMENT

Drills for Skills - Stances / Movement

Drill 1: Front Position / Horse Stance

Moving back and forth from Front Position to Horse Stance

The front position/horse stance combination enhances lower body strength, balance, and coordination through fluid transitions. It promotes body awareness, proprioception, and spatial awareness, fostering confidence and motor control through synchronized upper and lower body engagement.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 1,2,4,5,6,7,8,9,10

Drill 2: Half-Moon Stance - Step

Using small steps to move from one Half-Moon Stance to another

Practicing the half-moon stance enhances balance, coordination, and spatial awareness through controlled, rhythmic foot placement. Alternating the stance strengthens the lower body, improves proprioception, and builds confidence in accurate foot positioning, supporting a stable foundation.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 3,4,10

Drill 3: Rotating Guard

Moving arms into Guard Position and shifting from side to side

The rotating guard drill promotes coordination, spatial awareness, and upper body control through dynamic hand positioning and rotation. The exercise strengthens fine motor control, focus, and balance while maintaining an engaged stance, fostering awareness and precision in movement.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 8,10

Drill 4: Flamingo to Cross

Picking up leg (into Flamingo Stance) and stepping into cross (twist) stance

The flamingo to cross movement enhances balance, coordination, and lower body control. Practicing this drill helps build confidence in complex movements, strengthening flexibility and body control on both sides.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 2,8,10

Drill 5: Flamingo to Angled Cross

Picking up leg (into Flamingo Stance) and stepping into angled cross (twist) stance

The flamingo to angled cross movement enhances balance, coordination, and spatial awareness by focusing on precise, multidirectional foot placement. Repeating on each side strengthens proprioception, building confidence in making directional changes.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 8,10

Drills for Skills - Kicking

Drill 6: Rising Knee

A Rising Knee is both a type of Kick and good training for different types of Front Kicks

The rising knee movement boosts balance, stability, and lower-body strength, enhancing hip flexibility and core engagement. It fosters coordination between upper and lower body, improving posture, spatial awareness, and confidence in lower-body control.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 5,8,10

Drill 7: Front Ball Kick

A Front Ball Kick has toes pointed up and curled back to hit with the bottom (ball) of the foot

The front ball kick boosts hip flexibility, leg strength, and balance by driving the foot forward with force. This technique strengthens the core, enhancing body control and stability in kicks.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 5,8,10

TIER 2 - DUAL FACET MOVEMENT

Drills for Skills - Stances / Movement

Drill 8: Cross (Movement) Front & Back

Stepping into Cross (Twist) Stances (Front & Back) moving laterally

This exercise enhances coordination, balance, and body awareness. It improves proprioception, flexibility, and joint stability while promoting symmetry in movement. Alternating sides build confidence in transitioning between diverse stances without visual guidance.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 8,10

Drill 9: Cross (Movement) Front & Back (Angled)

Stepping into Cross (Twist) Stances (Front & Back) moving to angles

Adding an angled movement to the twist and return sequence enhances balance, coordination, and spatial awareness. It improves proprioception, requiring the body to navigate asymmetrical movement without visual feedback. Alternating sides build flexibility and dynamic stability, boosting confidence in transitioning between linear and angular movements while maintaining control.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 8,10

Drills for Skills - Kicking

Drill 10: Rising Knee / Front Ball Kick

Combining a Rising Knee with a Front Ball Kick

Combining the rising knee and front ball kick develops lower-body strength, coordination, and balance. Together, these movements improve fluidity, body control, and the ability to execute strong, stable kicks with confidence.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 5,10

Drill 11: Front Ball Kick to Cross

Combining a Front Ball Kick with a lateral Cross (Twist) Stance

The front ball kick to cross stance improves balance, coordination, and lower-body strength. The kick engages the hips and core, while the cross stance enhances joint mobility and weight shifting. This sequence boosts proprioception, posture, and confidence in controlled movements.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 5,8,10

Drill 12: Front Ball Kick to Angled Cross

Combining a Front Ball Kick with an angled Cross (Twist) Stance

The front ball kick to angled cross stance enhances dynamic balance, hip flexibility, and coordination. The angled step improves spatial awareness and weight distribution, while the kick engages core and lower-body strength. This sequence refines proprioception and confidence in multidirectional movements.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 5,10

TIER 3 - FLUID FACET MOVEMENT

Drills for Skills - Stances / Movement

Drill 13: Cross with Guard

Stepping into Cross (Twist) Stances with Guard

The cross with guard movement enhances coordination, balance, and upper body strength while promoting controlled shoulder and arm mobility. It reinforces proper alignment, improves posture, and strengthens the core, supporting stability, motor control, and increasing body awareness, fostering confidence in dynamic, functional movements.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 8,10

Drill 14: Cross to Angle with Guard

Stepping into Cross (Twist) Stances (at angle) with Guard

The cross to angle step with guard movement improves coordination, balance, and body alignment. It encourages the use of core muscles and promotes proper weight distribution, fostering mobility and strength. It also aids in improving proprioception and spatial awareness, helping individuals build confidence in controlled movements while ensuring safety and stability during dynamic actions.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 8,10

Drills for Skills - Kicking

Drill 15: Front Ball Kick to Angled Cross (Twist) Stance with Guard

Front Ball Kick into Cross (Twist) Stances (at angle) with Guard

The combination of a front ball kick to an angled cross stance with guard enhances lower body strength, coordination, and balance. The guard position fosters upper body awareness and encourages proper posture while promoting joint stability. This sequence supports proprioception, functional mobility, and dynamic balance, making it beneficial for improving coordination and stability in therapeutic settings.

Interactive Training – Follow Along

Teaching / Learning Strategies

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 8,10

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