Kids are given instructions to punch, kick and then take-down Bozo!

When Little Eagles® students have a great class they earn Little Eagles® tattoos! instead of handing them out, set aside 10 minutes to put the tattoos ON their hands. It means more to them that way!

Using brightly colored foam alphabet blocks and moving through letters every few seconds will hold their attention. When you get to a letter that is the start of a technique, like "p" for punch, use the letter and technique to reenforce the skill.

In this video Sensei has the kids performing round kicks without putting their legs down while holding onto a ballet bar. If you don't use a ballet bar, a wall works well: anyplace that can assist in balance. TIP: Sensei took a knee to explain the kick to a student. It's a good idea to come down ...

There's one in every crowd! For whatever reason this little guy didn't do what he was supposed to when he was supposed to do it. Sensei kept calm and in control and with a little persuasion she did get him to line up. TIP: Don't give unwanted behavior too much attention. Just keep restating what ...

Having the kids kick through the hoop while counting to 5. Let them hold onto your shoulder if they have difficulty with balance. And for the one who does his own thing, just keep him counting! TIP: Instead of correcting how he is doing his kicks, instead, concentrate on just one other thing; han...

Using a square hoop, Sensei moves the "target" around. When it stops the child has to do either a kick or a punch. You can easily use a target pad instead of a hoop.

In this drill the kids sit in a circle with their legs stretched out and make a pizza pie! TIP: Using something familiar that kids love keeps their attention on the task at hand.

At the very end of class Sensei has the kids quickly line-up and bow out. Then they give themselves a hand! If your style has a creed or meditation before or after the class, leave that out of your Little Eagles® classes. Close the class in 30 seconds or less.

Using a swimming pool toy that looks like a character from film, Sensei uses this for coordination drills. TIP: So many props for your Little Eagles® classes can be purchased at your local dollar store!

Using a bubble wand to blow bubbles thrills kids! Use bubbles as punching or kicking targets. Then without warning or a countdown, tell them to go back to their spots. TIP: It's hard for kids to stop when they are having fun. Using bubbles means the fun stops when the teacher stops!

Sensei lays down a white belt and tells the kids to walk only on the belt like it was a balance beam. Pretend the mat is lava and they might get burned if they fall off! TIP: Using your own imagination helps them to use their's!

Using regular swimming noodles for stretching drills.

Using the noodle as a moving target for kids to jump over with both feet when they can. Then an added station - punches on the target (an x-ray sheet).