Category: challenge

SOAR Challenge: Burpees

Endurance • Explosive Power • Grit Challenge Due by September 1, 2026 Burpees demand that the whole body work together. Each repetition moves from standing to the floor, through a controlled push-up, and back to the feet. The movement is simple to understand, but… Continue Reading “SOAR Challenge: Burpees”

SOAR Challenge: Three-Point and Six-Point Kick

Balance • Control • Kicking Versatility Challenge Due by August 25, 2026 Strong kicking requires more than power. A martial artist must also maintain posture, control the supporting leg, change direction, and recover each technique without losing balance. This week’s challenge develops those qualities… Continue Reading “SOAR Challenge: Three-Point and Six-Point Kick”

SOAR Challenge: Walking Planks

Core Stability • Shoulder Control • Fighting Posture Challenge Due: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 Strong martial artists must remain stable while their arms and legs are moving. Walking Planks challenge you to maintain a disciplined plank while transitioning from your hands to your forearms… Continue Reading “SOAR Challenge: Walking Planks”

SOAR Challenge: The Iron Chamber

Stability • Control • Chamber Endurance Challenge Due: Tuesday, August 11 Fast kicks require controlled chambers. The Iron Chamber slows the kick down so weaknesses cannot hide behind speed. Every repetition requires you to establish the correct chamber, maintain your balance, extend the kick,… Continue Reading “SOAR Challenge: The Iron Chamber”

SOAR Challenge: Knee Tucks and Box Jumps

Explosive Power • Chamber Speed • Controlled Landings Challenge Due: Tuesday, August 4 Jumping techniques require more than getting off the floor. They require an explosive takeoff, a fast chamber, body control in the air, and a balanced landing. This challenge trains those qualities… Continue Reading “SOAR Challenge: Knee Tucks and Box Jumps”