CHALLENGE 10 TEST
Viper Protects its Lair
TIER 1 - SINGLE FACET MOVEMENT
Drills for Skills - Stances / Movement
Drill 1: Front Position / 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.
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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.
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Drill 3: Half-Moon Movement
Introduction to Half-Moon (movement) – Forward and Backward
The half-moon movement enhances coordination, balance, and spatial awareness through smooth, arcing steps. This fluid motion builds confidence in directional changes and precise foot placement, reinforcing balance and coordination without relying on visual cues.
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Drill 4: 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.
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Drill 5: 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.
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Drill 6: 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.
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Drills for Skills - Kicking
Drill 7: 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.
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Drill 8: Front Instep Kick
A Front Instep Kick has toes pointed down to hit with the top of the foot
The front instep kick builds leg strength, flexibility, and coordination by engaging the hip flexors and improving foot and ankle alignment. The controlled chamber and snap increase power and precision, enhancing balance, body awareness, and core stability.
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Drill 9: 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.
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TIER 2 - DUAL FACET MOVEMENT
Drills for Skills - Stances / Movement
Drill 10: Half-Moon Stance - Step & Flamingo
Stepping back and forth from different Half-Moon Stances and adding a Flamingo Stance
Integrating a flamingo stance into the step switch Half-Moon drill enhances balance, single-leg stability, and lower body strength while training hip flexors and stabilizing muscles, improving control and focus. This movement refines proprioception, promoting confidence in dynamic balance and precise stance transitions.
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Drill 11: Mini Half-Moon Movement
Working mini Half-Moon Movement in Box Pattern
This drill combines the stability of the horse stance with dynamic quarter moon transitions, improving coordination, balance, and spatial awareness. It enhances foot placement control, body alignment, proprioception, and confidence in shifting between stationary and mobile postures, building foundational movement skills.
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Drill 12: Half-Moon (Movement) with Flamingo Stances
Half-Moon movement forward and backwards while adding Flamingo Stances
Replacing the half-moon step with a flamingo stance adds a challenge for balance, coordination, and lower body strength. This strengthens hip flexors, improves proprioception, and enhances body awareness. Practicing both forward and backward movements boosts confidence in single-leg stances and dynamic transitions.
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Drill 13: 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.
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Drill 14: 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.
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Drills for Skills - Kicking
Drill 15: Rising Knee / Front Instep Kick
Combining a Rising Knee with a Front Instep Kick
Combining the rising knee and front instep kick enhances lower body strength, coordination, and flexibility. The combination of these movements fosters seamless coordination, enhancing hip mobility and core engagement while increasing precision and balance.
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Drill 16: 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.
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Drill 17: Front Instep Kick / Front Ball Kick
Combining a Front Instep Kick with a Front Ball Kick
Combining the front instep kick and front ball kick enhances lower-body strength, flexibility, and coordination. Together, they promote fluidity and power through the hip, knee, and ankle, strengthening the core and boosting body control.
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Drill 18: 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.
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Drill 19: 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.
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Drill 20: Front Instep / Front Ball Kick with Recovery Step
Combining a Front Instep Kick and a Front Ball Kick utilizing a recovery step
Combining a front instep and front ball kick with a recovery step enhances coordination, balance, and lower-body strength. The recovery step reinforces stability between kicks, promoting smooth transitions and control. This sequence refines timing, spatial awareness, and dynamic movement precision, making it a valuable tool for improving motor skills and overall body control.
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Drill 21: Front Instep Kick with Half-Moons
Front Instep Kick combined with Half-Moon (movement) forward and back
Integrating a front instep kick into half-moon movements enhances coordination, balance, and spatial awareness. This combination strengthens the lower body, engages the core for stability, and refines timing, making it a valuable exercise for improving dynamic movement and adaptability.
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Drill 22: Front Ball Kick with Half-Moons
Front Ball Kick combined with Half-Moon (movement) forward and back
Combining a front ball kick with half-moon movements develops precision, balance, and fluid transitions. This sequence enhances spatial awareness and coordination, helping practitioners build confidence in executing kicks seamlessly within dynamic footwork patterns.
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TIER 3 - FLUID FACET MOVEMENT
Drills for Skills - Stances / Movement
Drill 23: 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.
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Drill 24: 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.
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Drills for Skills - Kicking
Drill 25: Rising Knee / Front Instep Kick / Front Ball Kick
Combining a Rising Knee with a Front Instep Kick
The rising knee, front instep kick, and front ball kick form a dynamic trio that enhances lower-body strength, flexibility, and coordination. Together, these movements strengthen the body, improve motor coordination, and increase proprioceptive awareness, providing therapeutic benefits that contribute to overall mobility, balance, and body control.
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Drill 26: 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.
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Drill 27: Front Instep Kick / Front Ball Kick with Half-Moons
Combining Front Instep Kick with Front Ball Kick and Half Moon Movements
Combining a front instep kick, front ball kick, and half-moon movements strengthens coordination, balance, and fluidity. This combination builds lower body strength, core stability, and spatial awareness, promoting confidence in executing varied techniques within dynamic movement patterns.
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Drill 28: Front Instep / Front Ball Kick to angled Cross (Twist) Stance with Guard
Combining a Front Instep and Front Ball Kick with a lateral Cross (Twist) Stance
Combining a front instep kick, front ball kick, and an angled cross stance with guard enhances balance, flexibility, and core stability. This sequence refines proprioception and spatial awareness as practitioners navigate coordinated footwork while maintaining alignment. Practicing with a guard position reinforces posture and joint stability, promoting focus, controlled breathing, and overall confidence in movement.
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