Application of the 4K rule in a martial arts school


1. Know-what

What does our student need? 

What kind of training is appropriate according to their level, age, and goals?


Martial arts training is versatile and must address different physical, technical, and emotional dimensions. To do this, we structure our work based on age, skill level, and personal goals:

  • Children and teenagers: psychomotor development, discipline, coordination, and self-esteem.
  • Adults: improved physical condition, self-defense, focus, and stress control.
  • Competitors: advanced technical-tactical training, specific physical preparation, and performance management.
  • Seniors or individuals with injuries: mobility, balance, body control, and low-impact adapted exercises.

The space is divided into multifunctional zones:

  • Tatami area for technique, sparring, and kata.
  • Physical training space with heavy bags, dumbbells, resistance bands, and calisthenics structures.
  • Recovery area with mats, foam rollers, and breathing exercises.


2. Know-why

Why do our students train? 

What motivates them to join and keep training?


Motivation is the foundation of commitment. We identify the main reasons people train and design the experience around them:

  • Self-defense and personal safety: learning to protect oneself physically and mentally.
  • Personal growth: developing discipline, confidence, and emotional control.
  • Health and well-being: maintaining an active lifestyle and reducing stress.
  • Competition and achievement: progressing through belt ranks, participating in tournaments, and self-improvement.
  • Sense of community: belonging to a group with shared values and goals.

Our model fosters loyalty and engagement through:

  • Progressive belt-based training programs.
  • In-house events, tournaments, and demonstrations.
  • A social club and educational community rooted in martial values.


3. Know-how

How do we achieve results at the school? 

What methodology do we apply?


Our method blends tradition with modernity, honoring the values of martial arts while incorporating training science:

  • Curriculums by rank (kyus and dan levels), with clear technical, tactical, and physical objectives.
  • Group and individualized training, tailored to the student’s needs.

We use diverse methodologies:

  • Functional circuits based on martial movement patterns.
  • Technical-tactical partner work.
  • Combat simulations and real-world self-defense scenarios.
  • Mindfulness, breathing, and meditation exercises.

Regular evaluations include:

  • Belt tests, physical assessments, and continuous feedback.


4. Know-who

Who teaches whom? 

How is the teaching team structured?


The team consists of trained instructors who combine martial experience with knowledge in pedagogy and physical training:

  • Masters and senseis with advanced rank (minimum 2nd Dan black belt) and teaching experience.
  • Personal trainers specialized in martial arts-based physical preparation.
  • Child pedagogy experts, responsible for youth groups.
  • Rehabilitation specialists or physiotherapists, who assist in injury prevention and program adaptation.
  • Technical coordinator, overseeing programming and ensuring methodological consistency.



References:

1.        Kotler, P., & Keller, K. L. (2016). Dirección de marketing (15ª ed.). Pearson Educación.
2.        McGuigan, M. R. (2017). Developing power (2nd ed.). Human Kinetics.
3.        Singular WOD. (s.f.). Equipamiento profesional para entrenamiento funcional y CrossFithttps://singularwod.com/
4.        Rogue Fitness. (s.f.). Strength and Conditioning Equipmenthttps://www.roguefitness.com/es




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