Instructor Manual
The Instructor Manual teaches you our method for becoming an amazing instructor!
Instructor Manual (ver 2025.04.11)
Introduction to the Instructor Manual
Before Class Begins
Starting Class
Warm-Ups
Stretching
Ending Class
Assisting
Assistants Provide Individual Help
How to Successfully Introduce New Students to Your Class
Keeping Students Focused
Disciplining Children
Handling the Super Shy Kid
Parent _ Student Communication
Giving Feedback to Parents
Using Physical Contact
Loud Voice
Animation
Celebration
Praise Correct Praise (PCP)
Voice Modulation
Demonstrate, Explain, Correct, Repeat (DECR)
Mid-Form Coaching
Zero Down Time
Vocal Urgency
Disguised Repetition
Positive Verbal Communication
Verbalize Expectations
Be Specific
Beat the Clock
Infinite Rapport
Dividing Groups
Different Ways to Say ‘Good’
The Socratic Method
Developing Flexibility
Improving Basics
Teaching Forms
Breaking It Down
Correcting Forms
Forms Order of Priority
Student Unprepared to Test. What Now
Setting Up for Belt Testing
Belt Testing Guidelines
Human Anatomy
Students with ADHD
Students with Autism
Handling Parent Complaints
Common Parental Situations
Handling Upset Children
When a Student Gets Hurt
When One Child Hits Another
Preventing Outbursts
Common Child Comments
Instructor Manual Conclusion