Padwork

Padwork is an essential part of the NWKA syllabus. It develops body alignment and strength in striking techniques.

The Academy teaches techniques from a distance, close quarter and the ground.

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Techniques

Techniques we teach include:
  • Punches
  • Kicks
  • Elbow strikes
  • Knee strikes
  • Closed hand strikes
  • Open hand strikes

Children’s classes are limited to kicks, knees, elbows and a limited amount of hand strikes. This is because all out fore-fist punching can be dangerous to growing bones and hand structures.

Training Equipment

At the Academy we use the following training equipment to develop our techniques.
  • Strike Shield
  • Focus Pads
  • Heavy Bags
  • Reaction Tubes
  • Ground Bag
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