Kick Like a Ninja - The Floor Is Lava Kinderkicker Martial Arts
In this short course students will get moving while learning techniques from Karate, Israeli self-defense, Taekwondo and Ju Jitsu. This high energy class teaches age-appropriate self-defense and anti-bullying in a positive environment.
Maryam Braun, M.Ed.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(185)
What's included
4 live meetings
2 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will be encouraged to practice at home in a safe space for 10 minutes a day.Assessment
Students will be assessed informally through teacher observation and consistent monitoring throughout class.Class Experience
Hello Ninjas! If your ready to have fun, and work hard, while learning martial arts, this is the class for you! In this class we will be incorporating the "floor is lava" theme into agility, martial arts, character development and age appropriate self-defense for beginners through advanced students. Students will be encouraged to work at their own pace and focus on doing their best while learning Israeli Self-Defense, Karate, Brazilian Ju Jitsu, and Tae Kwon Do. "Floor chats" will be incorporated into each class to motivate and inspire character development and develop safety habits. Each class will be organized as follows: Week One Lesson: Please bring a chair to class! Warm up Bear Walk Crab Walk Upper Body Strikes- punches, back fists,and elbow strikes. Lower Body Strikes - front Kicks, pop up front kicks Floor Chat - What do I do if a bad guy approaches me? "Floor is Lava" incorporating techniques from class. Student Creed - I have Self Discipline Week Two Lesson: Please bring a large pillow to class that you have permission to step on! Warm Up Jumping Drills Jump Kicks- jump splits, jump front kick Upper Body Strikes - palm heel strikes, chops, punches Floor Chat - When is it ok for me to do my ninja moves? "Floor is Lava" incorporating techniques from class Student Creed - I take responsibility for my actions and my attitude Week Three Lesson: Please bring a small blanket to class! Warm Up Self Defense - bear hugs, turtle position, rock and rolls Floor Chat - Is it ok to tattle? "Floor is Lava" incorporating techniques from class Student Creed - I use my karate for good things only Week Four Lesson: Please a chair, a pillow, and a blanket to class. Warm Up Review of all upper body strikes Review of all lower body strikes "Floor is Lava" incorporating techniques from entire course Board Breaking
Learning Goals
Students will learn proper technique of specific moves outlined in the syllabus such as upper and lower body strikes, self defense, and character development.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students will identify "bad guys" as any person that makes them feel uncomfortable.
Students will be instructed to only do martial arts if someone is hurting their body.
Students will be instructed that their is a difference between tattling and reporting.They will be encouraged to report if the information could help someone stay safe.
Supply List
A open area that is safe, a non-slip floor, and preferably no socks. A chair, large pillow, and blanket, are requested.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
4.9
185reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Hello! I am glad you are here! Learning is an amazing journey, and I look forward to starting that adventure with your learner! Learning inspires, and my goal is to spark every learners' natural love of exploring the world around them. My language Arts classes are interdisciplinary, using Common Core guidelines to explore reading comprehension, writing, spelling, handwriting, and social studies. My life skills and martial arts classes focus on character development and age appropriate anti-bullying strategies. I am a certified teacher with a Master's degree in Elementary Education and Research. I have been teaching for over 20 years in many capacities, including classroom teacher, home school teacher, and martial arts instructor. I love traveling and exploring this glorious world we live in with my family, and enjoying nature with all it has to offer curious people like me! So get on board, let's learn together!!
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Live Group Class
$49
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
30 min
Completed by 27 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-6
3-10 learners per class
