Drills for Skills - Blocking

Drill 5: #1 - #4 Blocks Lvl 1

Outward Blocks coupled with Inward Blocks

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

Performing this sequence of blocks 1-4 enhances coordination, spatial awareness, and body control. It reinforces coordination and balance while maintaining awareness of hand positioning. Additionally, the combination of arm and core movement fosters hemispheric coordination, boosting body balance and spatial orientation for greater motor confidence and adaptability.

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 6,9

Drill 6: #5 - #8 Blocks Lvl 1

Upward Blocks coupled with Downward Blocks

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

This sequence of upward and downward blocks enhances coordination, stability, and body awareness by integrating arm movements that cover both overhead and downward motion. Together, these blocks improve overall arm control, spatial awareness, and balance, fostering body awareness and confidence in movement.

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 7,9

Drills for Skills - Stances / Movement

Drill 10: Half-Moon Stance - Step & Pivot

Stepping back and forth from different Half-Moon Stances and adding a pivot

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

Adding a 90-degree pivot to the Half-Moon Stance enhances balance, body awareness, and rotational control. Practitioners maintain alignment, strengthening core muscles, improving hip mobility, and enabling smooth transitions between linear and rotational motions.

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

Drill 11: Half-Moon Stance - Jump & Pivot

Jumping back and forth from different Half-Moon Stances and adding a pivot

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

Adding a 90-degree pivot and return to the jump switch Half-Moon Stance drill builds balance recovery, core strength, and rotational control. This drill improves hip flexibility and coordination, fostering confidence in multidirectional movements and precise posture realignment.

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

Drill 12: Half-Moon Stance - Step & Flamingo

Stepping back and forth from different Half-Moon Stances and adding a Flamingo Stance

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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

Drill 13: Half-Moon Stance - Jump & Flamingo

Jumping back and forth from different Half-Moon Stances and adding a Flamingo Stance

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

Integrating a flamingo stance into the jump switch Half-Moon drill combines explosive power with balance and core stability, strengthening hip flexors, improving coordination, and enhancing core engagement. This drill sharpens agility, dynamic balance, and spatial awareness in multidirectional motion.

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

Drill 14: Half-Moon (Movement) with Pivots

Half-Moon movement forward and backwards while adding pivot steps

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

Adding a 90-degree pivot and return to the Half-Moon movement improves coordination, rotational control, and spatial awareness. This drill enhances lower body strength, requiring precise foot placement and weight shifting, and develops fluidity in transitioning between forward, backward, and rotational motions, promoting greater adaptability in multi-directional tasks.

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

Drill 15: Mini Half-Moon Movement

Working mini Half-Moon Movement in Box Pattern

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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

Drill 16: Half-Moon (Movement) with Flamingo Stances

Half-Moon movement forward and backwards while adding Flamingo Stances

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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

Drill 17: Cross (Movement) Front & Back

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

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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

Drill 18: Cross (Movement) Front & Back (Angled)

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

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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

Drills for Skills - Striking

Drill 5: Front / Back Combination

Combining Front Two-Knuckle Punches and Back Two-Knuckle Punches

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 1,4

Drill 6: Palm / Hammer Combination

Combining Palm Heel Strikes and Hammer Fist Strikes

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 1,4

Drill 7: Front / Back / Palm Combination

Combining Front Two-Knuckle / Back Two-Knuckle / Palm

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 1,4

Drill 8: Back / Palm / Hammer Combination

Combining Back Two-Knuckle / Palm / Hammer

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 1,4

Drill 9: Front / Back / Palm / Hammer Combination

Combining Front Two-Knuckle / Back Two-Knuckle / Palm / Hammer

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

This Skill is Used in Test Challenges: #’s 1,4

Drill 10: Front Two-Knuckle Punch (Lvl 1) with Half Moons

Front Two-Knuckle Punch (Static) combined with Half-Moon (Movement) forward and back

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

Practicing the front two-knuckle punch and the half-moon movement together enhances bilateral coordination by engaging both the upper and lower body in complementary ways. Together, these exercises promote overall body awareness, enhancing movement precision and improving the seamless transition between upper and lower body actions.

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

Drill 11: Back Two-Knuckle Punch (Lvl 1) with Half Moons

Back Two-Knuckle Punch (Static) combined with Half-Moon (Movement) forward and back

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

Practicing the back two-knuckle punch and the half-moon movement together enhances coordination between the upper and lower body, improving overall control and balance. These techniques together improve bilateral coordination, linking upper body precision with lower body adaptability to maintain control and fluidity.

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

Drill 12: Palm Heel (Lvl 1) with Half Moons

Palm Heel (Static) combined with Half-Moon (Movement) forward and back

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

Practicing the palm heel strike and the half-moon movement together enhances coordination, balance, and control across both the upper and lower body. Practitioners develop footwork adaptability, refining their ability to shift direction easily. Together, these techniques enhance overall body coordination, ensuring controlled movements and stability.

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

Drill 13: Hammer Fist (Lvl 1) with Half Moons

Hammer Fist (Static) combined with Half-Moon (Movement) forward and back

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

The hammer strike and half-moon movement together enhance overall coordination, balance, and adaptability. By practicing these techniques in tandem, practitioners develop seamless integration between upper and lower body movements, improving fluidity. Together, these movements foster a unified sense of body control, enabling effective and adaptable responses.

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

Drills for Skills - Kicking

Drill 4: Rising Knee / Front Instep Kick

Combining a Rising Knee with a Front Instep Kick

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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

Drill 5: Rising Knee / Front Ball Kick

Combining a Rising Knee with a Front Ball Kick

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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

Drill 6: Front Instep Kick / Front Ball Kick

Combining a Front Instep Kick with a Front Ball Kick

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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

Drill 7: Front Ball Kick to Cross

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

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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

Drill 8: Front Ball Kick to Angled Cross

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

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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

Drill 9: Front Instep / Front Ball Kick with Recovery Step

Combining a Front Instep Kick and a Front Ball Kick utilizing a recovery step

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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

Drill 10: Front Instep Kick with Half-Moons

Front Instep Kick combined with Half-Moon (movement) forward and back

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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

Drill11: Front Ball Kick with Half-Moons

Front Ball Kick combined with Half-Moon (movement) forward and back

THERAPEUTIC BENEFIT

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.

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