Vol. 6, Issue 1, Part B (2024)

This study evaluates the effectiveness of a specialized physical fitness and technical training program for male Karate athletes aged 9-11 at the Thai Nguyen City Club, Thai Nguyen Province. Utilizing a sample of 20 athletes, the research employed various methods, including literature review, expert interviews, and practical tests, to measure the development of physical fitness and technical skills over a six-month training period. The results indicated significant improvements in all measured indices. Physical fitness tests showed increases in standing high jump, 10 m speed run, 800m run, sit-ups, and single-leg hopping, with growth rates ranging from 4.79% to 12.1%. Technical skill tests, including roundhouse kicks, backward roundhouse kicks, sliding roundhouse kicks, and thrust kicks, demonstrated growth rates up to 16.39%. All results were statistically significant (p<0.05), confirming the effectiveness of the training program. These findings suggest that early attention to specialized physical fitness and technical training is crucial for young athletes, providing a solid foundation for future development and performance enhancement. The study provides a scientific basis for improving and adjusting local sports training programs, contributing to the development of the Karate movement in the region.