[ATHLETICS] Kickboxing Master

There is often the preconception that those who train in martial arts do so to learn how to fight, when in reality the largest majority do so for its unique and highly effective health benefits. During YCIS Beijing’s IGCSE Enrichment Programme, which took place over the last two weeks of June, students were given the special opportunity to learn the art of kickboxing from professional trainers from Uppercut Studios.

The goals of these kickboxing classes were explained by Secondary and Kickboxing ASA teachers Adrian Oak and Bradley Locke.

Fundamentals

The first goal was to introduce students the basics of Kickboxing and allow them to get hands-on guidance from experts. As kickboxing requires fast and precise aerobic movements, students were able to feel the health benefits almost immediately.

Each lesson required students to run, kick, punch, spar, jump, and complete small obstacles courses, all of which not only burn unwanted calories but improve cardiovascular endurance, agility, flexibility, and raise heart rate. Under the trainers’ tutelage, students quickly showed marked improvement and demonstration of refined form.

Learn what other values the kickboxing master imparted on our students by following the link below!