Training Drills: Set 2

Playback in slow motion

Line the children up in a row. Let them know this is a slow motion race. The objective is to come in last place. Using Taekwondo techniques, such as a lunge punch, front kick, side kick, etc., the children move down the floor. They can go as slow as they want but are not to stop. This drill gives children a chance to concentrate on the full movement as well as being an excellent test of balance and leg strength.

Circle of friends

Have the children make a big circle, sit down, legs toward center of circle, and move in until their feet touch. Keeping the legs locked straight, all reach forward and try to touch or tickle their neighbors’ toes.

Pass the treasure

Have two teams line up single file with an arms length between them. Hand a ball or other object to the first child in each line and say, "GO!" The children have to turn and pass the ball to the child behind them as quickly as possible without dropping the ball, as the last child gets the ball he/she has to pass it back up the line. You can have the children pass the ball over their heads or between their legs.

Jumping the Lash

Tie two white belts together. Tie knots in the ends, one for a weight and one to hold onto. Instructor stands in the middle of a circle of kids. The belt is swung in a circle just off the ground by the instructor. The kids jump over the rope as it spins around. Wait until belt is up to speed before letting the kids jump in.