CHALLENGE 1 TEST
Stationary Fist and Palm
TIER 1 - SINGLE FACET MOVEMENT
Drills for Skills - Striking
Drill 1: Front Two-Knuckle Punch - Lvl 1
Practicing the front two-knuckle punch helps develop coordination, wrist stability, and upper body strength. Starting with the hand in elbow position, this strike requires precise control as the arm extends and the hand rotates, engaging muscles in the forearm, shoulder, and core. The movement promotes fine motor control and focus, as practitioners must control the rotation to ensure proper knuckle alignment. Maintaining a flat wrist throughout the punch reinforces wrist stability, reducing risk of injury and strengthening joint alignment. This exercise enhances body awareness, teaching control over hand positioning, and boosts confidence in executing precise, safe strikes.
Interactive Training – Follow Along
Teaching / Learning Strategies
Drill 2: Back Two-Knuckle Punch - Lvl 1
Introduction to Back Two-Knuckle Punches
Practicing the back two-knuckle punch enhances coordination, wrist stability, and fine motor control without requiring any wrist rotation at the end of the strike. Starting from the elbow position, this punch involves extending the fist straight to the centerline, which strengthens forearm muscles and improves control over hand alignment. The direct, non-rotating motion is ideal for close to mid-range strikes, promoting stability in the wrist and shoulder while allowing for controlled power. This movement also develops body awareness and precision, teaching practitioners to keep the elbow in and execute compact, powerful strikes with minimal motion.
Interactive Training – Follow Along
Teaching / Learning Strategies
Drill 3: Palm-Heel Strike - Lvl 1
Introduction to Palm-Heel Strikes
Practicing the palm heel strike promotes coordination, wrist stability, and hand control as practitioners transition smoothly between a closed fist in the elbow position and an open-hand strike. This movement builds fine motor skills by training the hand to open precisely, with fingers together and thumb aligned, while maintaining the strength of the extended arm. The coordination needed to alternate between an open hand during the strike and a closed fist when returning reinforces body awareness and hand-eye coordination. The palm heel strike also strengthens wrist stability and alignment, as the strike uses the heel of the palm, an area better suited for impact, which reduces the risk of injury and reinforces safe striking technique.
Interactive Training – Follow Along
Teaching / Learning Strategies
Drill 4: Hammer Fist - Lvl 1
Introduction to Hammer Fist Strikes
Practicing the hammer strike builds coordination, upper body strength, and control through a powerful, circular motion. The movement involves a wide, sweeping arc before striking downward with the bottom edge of the fist, engaging the shoulder, core, and forearm. Alternating between the right and left sides enhances bilateral coordination and reinforces body awareness, while the closed-fist position provides stability, reducing risk of wrist strain. This technique also supports proprioceptive development, as practitioners learn to control the large circular path of the motion with precision, improving both strength and spatial control in the upper body.
Interactive Training – Follow Along
Teaching / Learning Strategies
TIER 2 - DUAL FACET MOVEMENT
Drills for Skills - Striking
Drill 5: Front / Back Combination
Combining Front Two-Knuckle Punches and Back Two-Knuckle Punches
The combined front and back two-knuckle punches teach students to seamlessly transition between techniques, enhancing coordination and adaptability in dynamic scenarios. By alternating between these strikes, practitioners develop the ability to shift focus and engage different muscle groups in rapid succession.
Interactive Training – Follow Along
Teaching / Learning Strategies
Drill 6: Palm / Hammer Combination
Combining Palm Heel Strikes and Hammer Fist Strikes
The combination of palm heel and hammer strikes teaches students to transition seamlessly between open-handed and closed-fist techniques, enhancing adaptability and control. Together, these alternating strikes refine bilateral coordination and precision, helping practitioners build confidence in executing versatile, complementary movements.
Interactive Training – Follow Along
Teaching / Learning Strategies
Drill 7: Front / Back / Palm Combination
Combining Front Two-Knuckle / Back Two-Knuckle / Palm
The front two-knuckle punch, back two-knuckle punch, and palm heel strike sequence trains practitioners to fluidly transition between distinct techniques, emphasizing precision and adaptability. This progression challenges students to switch effectively between striking styles, engaging different muscle groups and adjusting impact methods while maintaining balance and control.
Interactive Training – Follow Along
Teaching / Learning Strategies
Drill 8: Back / Palm / Hammer Combination
Combining Back Two-Knuckle / Palm / Hammer
The back two-knuckle punch, palm heel strike, and hammer strike sequence trains practitioners to adapt fluidly between striking techniques, enhancing coordination, control, and strength. Practicing these movements as a cohesive unit builds bilateral coordination and spatial awareness, equipping practitioners with many versatile tools.
Interactive Training – Follow Along
Teaching / Learning Strategies
Drill 9: Front / Back / Palm / Hammer Combination
Combining Front Two-Knuckle / Back Two-Knuckle / Palm / Hammer
Practicing the front two-knuckle punch, back two-knuckle punch, palm heel strike, and hammer strike as a cohesive sequence enhances the ability to transition seamlessly between distinct striking techniques. Together, these techniques develop coordination, adaptability, and confidence.
Interactive Training – Follow Along
Teaching / Learning Strategies