Martial Arts AI Lesson Planner
Smart, tailored lesson plans for every club, every class.

Creating fresh, engaging lesson plans week after week can be time-consuming and challenging, especially when teaching mixed audiences or blending different styles. Our AI Lesson Planner takes the hard work out of the process by generating structured, style-specific plans in seconds.
HOW IT WORKS

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Input Your Needs
Select the martial art style, class duration, student age or level, and your key focus areas.
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Choose or Let Us Decide
Handpick the elements you want included, or allow BMABA’s system to make intelligent selections for you.


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Generate Your Plan
Receive a detailed, style-appropriate lesson plan tailored to your criteria and teaching audience.
FREE TO ALL MEMBERS
Fresh, tailored lesson plans at your fingertips.
Planning lessons can be one of the most time-consuming tasks for instructors, particularly when juggling different ages, abilities, and class focuses. The AI Lesson Planner streamlines this process by instantly generating tailored lesson structures based on your chosen style, duration, audience, and key teaching goals. This saves valuable preparation time and ensures every session is built on a clear, structured foundation that supports both variety and progression.
Beyond saving time, the tool also enhances pedagogy by helping instructors design connected schedules week to week. By offering inspiration and fresh ideas, it reduces repetition and keeps students engaged with lessons that feel dynamic and purposeful. With the option to adapt, download, print, and save each plan, instructors gain a flexible, professional resource that can be relied upon again and again — all completely free for BMABA clubs.

Show Me Some Examples.
Kickboxing & Karate. Audience; Teen. Duration: 60 Minutes.Focus: Prep for an upcoming competition.
Duration: 60 minutes
Objective: To prepare students for an upcoming light sparring competition by focusing on kicking and striking techniques.
Warm-up (10 minutes):
– Jogging around the mat
– Dynamic stretching (arm circles, leg swings, etc.)
– Basic punches and kicks (jab, cross, front kick, roundhouse kick)
Technique Drills (20 minutes):
– Shadow boxing with a partner – focusing on proper form and technique
– Pad work – practicing combinations of punches, kicks, and footwork
– Partner drills – working on defensive techniques and counters
Sparring Practice (20 minutes):
– Light sparring rounds with different partners
– Emphasizing control, timing, and distance
– Encouraging students to experiment with different techniques and strategies
Cool Down (10 minutes):
– Static stretching (holding each stretch for 20-30 seconds)
– Breathing exercises and meditation to help students relax and focus
Homework: Practice sparring drills and techniques at home and review competition rules and regulations.
Note: Ensure that all students have appropriate protective gear (gloves, mouthguard, headgear) and monitor sparring sessions to ensure safety and sportsmanship.
Aikido. Audience; Family. Duration: 90 Minutes.Focus: Readiness for upcoming grading, focusing on technical skill and performative output for grading
Martial Arts Lesson Plan: Aikido
Duration: 89 minutes
Focus: Readiness for upcoming grading, focusing on technical skill and performative output for grading
Warm-up (10 minutes):
– Jogging or skipping rope to warm up the muscles
– Dynamic stretches for flexibility and mobility
– Light ukemi practice (rolling and falling techniques)
Technical Skill Development (30 minutes):
– Review of basic techniques: irimi nage, shihonage, kaitennage
– Partner drills to practice the techniques with focus on proper form and timing
– Individual practice to refine technique and body movement
Performative Output Training (25 minutes):
– Putting together a series of techniques into a seamless flow
– Focus on fluidity, precision, and confidence in executing techniques
– Partner practice to work on timing and coordination with a partner
Grading Preparation (20 minutes):
– Introduction to the requirements for the upcoming grading
– Practice test scenarios to simulate the grading environment
– Feedback and guidance from the instructor on areas for improvement
Cool Down and Reflection (4 minutes):
– Gentle stretching to cool down the muscles
– Brief meditation to reflect on what was learned during the lesson
– End class with a bow and thank you to fellow students
Optional Family Activity (10 minutes):
– Aikido games or partner drills for families to practice together and have fun
*Note: It is important to assess each student’s individual progress and provide personalized feedback throughout the lesson. Adjust accordingly to meet the needs and abilities of all students.
Taekwondo. Audience; Children. Duration: 45 Minutes.Focus: Fun pre-school class for development of overall skills
Duration: 45 minutes
Focus: Fun pre-school class for development of overall skills
Warm-up (10 minutes)
– Jogging in place
– Arm circles
– Leg swings
– Stretching exercises (touching toes, reaching up to the sky)
– Jumping jacks
– Running in place with high knees
Technical-training (10 minutes)
– Basic punches (jab, cross)
– Basic kicks (front kick, roundhouse kick)
– Blocking techniques
– Stance work (attention stance, horse stance)
– Partner drills for practicing techniques
Kata form (5 minutes)
– Introduce a simple Taekwondo kata form for students to perform together
– Practice the kata form as a group, focusing on technique and coordination
Fitness (10 minutes)
– Circuit training stations with exercises such as push-ups, sit-ups, squats, and jumping jacks
– Obstacle course for agility and coordination
– Speed drills (sprints, fast punches)
Games (5 minutes)
– Simon Says with Taekwondo movements (kicks, punches, blocks)
– Dodgeball with soft foam balls
– Red Light, Green Light using Taekwondo stances
Cooldown (5 minutes)
– Light jogging or marching in place
– Gentle stretching exercises
– Deep breathing exercises to relax and cool down
Remember to keep the class fun and engaging for preschool students. Encourage teamwork, respect, and discipline throughout the lesson. Make sure to always supervise the children to ensure their safety during the activities.
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