Dot & Melon Fitness Circuit
Objective Build foundational strength in push-ups, sit-ups, and squats while teaching kids correct body positioning, control, and awareness of form. Introduce simple progressions using pads/melons to keep technique clean and fun. Setup Kids stand on floor dots arranged in a circle. Instructor inside the circle leading the movements. Each child has one pad/melon behind them […]
Stand Strong – Move Smart
Objective Teach kids to hold a correct fighting stance, respond to verbal commands, control their body while moving, and mirror an instructor with focus and awareness. Equipment Needed Cones (one per child) Optional: Assistant instructor or parent helper Setup Place cones around the mats. Each child stands behind their cone. Quick reminder of stance basics: […]
Strike Discipline Challenge
Objective Teach kids the difference between wild striking and controlled striking. Kids experience high energy and then learn to switch instantly to discipline when commanded. Equipment Needed Strike pads or “melons” Cones Optional: fitness exercises for between rounds Setup Kids line up in one or two lines facing instructors holding pads. Explain: wild hitting has […]
Work Together – Move Together
Objective Teach juniors how to support each other, fight with tactical awareness, create space for teammates, and respond to trouble as a group. The emphasis is clean striking, angles, communication, and staying calm when working with others. Equipment Needed Kick shields or large pads Bags (if you have no assistants) Cones or a marked safety […]
Protect & Evacuate
Objective: Teach teamwork, awareness, verbal skills, coordinated defence, evacuation, and safe group behaviour. Setup One assistant (parent/helper). Assistant slowly walks or wanders around the mat. Kids remain nearby, ready to guard. Drill Breakdown 1. Guarding the Assistant Kids stay close, hands up, watching around Their job: protect the assistant using awareness and teamwork 2. Instructor […]
Punch and Kick the Ball
Objective Develop visual focus, timing, controlled striking, and accuracy using a moving object. Kids learn to stay in stance, watch the ball, and hit it cleanly with the correct technique. Equipment Needed Soft foam balls Floor dots to mark each child’s position Setup Kids stand on their dots in a circle or line. Everyone in […]