Team Fitness Circuits
Objective Improve overall fitness while encouraging teamwork, taking turns, following the group rhythm, and supporting each other during simple, safe physical challenges. Setup Create a circuit of 4–6 stations depending on group size. Demonstrate every station clearly before starting. Place kids evenly across stations so rotation is smooth. Recommended Stations (pick 4–6): Pad Punch Station […]
Martial Arts Simon Says
Objective Teach kids to listen carefully, wait for the correct command, and respond only when “Simon says.”Build discipline, sharp reactions, and clean technique while keeping the drill exciting and playful. Setup Kids stand on their dots in a circle or rows. Instructor stands in the centre or in front. Ensure all movements are already taught […]
Back Breakfall & Command Control
Objective Teach kids to follow commands with precision, copy movements exactly, develop body control, and learn a safe back breakfall.This drill builds discipline through strict copying, timing, and staying still until the next command. Setup Kids sit on their own spots in a circle or scattered safely.Instructor stands where all kids can see clearly.Assistant or […]
Awareness, Release, Escape
Objective Teach juniors the meaning of self-defence, how awareness can prevent danger, how to avoid being grabbed, how to release from wrist grabs (single and double), and how to create distance and escape under pressure. Introduce controlled “kidnap-style” pulls safely, focusing on balance, standing up, and fast decision making. Setup Juniors stand in pairs, facing […]
Reaction & Self-Control Challenge
Objective Develop quick reactions, sharp listening skills, and self-control by responding to commands while resisting the urge to grab early. Equipment Needed One of the following: Melons or pads on the floor Tennis balls Small objects Soft grappling-safe pad for advanced version Setup Place one object on the floor in front of each pair. Kids […]
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 […]
Tug of War
Purpose: Teamwork, strength, coordination, listening skills Split the kids into two teams. Give each team one end of the rope. On “Ready, set, GO!” both teams pull. The aim is to pull the other team past a centre marker on the floor. Coaching Points Bend knees, lean back, stay together as a team. No sudden […]