100 Pad Work Drills for Boxing, Kickboxing, and Krav Maga [Ultimate Guide]
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Whether you’re a boxing coach, martial arts instructor, or just training to stay sharp, these 100 pad work drills will push your skills to the next level.
From boxing combos and kickboxing strikes to Krav Maga self-defense applications, this is your go-to list of pad work drills for building speed, power, reflexes, and real-world striking ability.
Curious how these drills fit into real-world training? Learn more about Krav Maga here, or explore our self-defence classes in Bristol. Looking for workouts to pair with these drills? Try our Krav Maga workouts, boxing workouts, or metabolic conditioning sessions.
Pad Work Drills for Boxing: 20 Essential Combos
- Jab–Cross
- Jab–Cross–Hook
- Double Jab–Cross
- Jab–Body Cross–Head Hook
- Cross–Slip–Cross
- Jab–Cross–Uppercut
- Hook–Cross–Hook
- Jab–Hook to Body–Hook to Head
- Jab–Cross–Roll Under–Cross
- Lead Uppercut–Cross
- Jab–Jab–Cross–Hook
- Cross–Hook–Uppercut
- Jab–Fake–Cross
- Jab–Cross–Step Off–Hook
- Jab–Cross–Push
- Cross–Cross–Hook
- Lead Hook–Body Shot–Hook
- Jab–Pull–Counter
- Jab–Cross–Parry Return
- Cross–Slip–Uppercut–Hook
Kickboxing Pad Work Drills: Strikes & Kicks for Power and Flow
- Jab–Cross–Low Kick
- Hook–Low Kick
- Cross–Lead Body Kick
- Jab–Cross–Rear Round Kick
- Teep–Cross
- Low Kick–Cross–High Kick
- Jab–Lead Hook–Switch Kick
- Rear Kick–Cross–Hook
- Jab–Teep–Round Kick
- Low Kick–Step in–Elbow
- Jab–Cross–Rear Kick–Cross
- Jab–Fake–Round Kick
- Switch Kick–Hook–Low Kick
- Jab–Hook–Body Kick
- Cross–Hook–Teep
- Jab–Uppercut–Round Kick
- Knee–Cross–Hook
- Rear Teep–Jab–Cross
- Jab–Rear Kick–Cross–Hook
- Cross–Round Kick–Knee
Krav Maga & Self-Defense Pad Drills: Real-World Combos
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- Burst–Palm Strike–Palm Strike
- Palm–Elbow–Knee
- Hammerfist–Low Kick
- Elbow–Elbow–Knee
- Palm–Groin Kick–Hook
- Palm–Hook–Hammer
- Elbow–Step Back–Kick
- Inside Slap–Palm–Push
- Multiple Strikes in Close
- High–Low–High Flow
- 360 Block–Palm–Knee
- Hook–Elbow–Elbow
- Elbow–Knee–Low Kick
- Groin Kick–Palm–Elbow
- Burst In–Multiple Palms
- Push–Strike–Push–Exit
- Eye Flick–Palm–Run
- Elbow–Clinch–Knee
- Defense–Counter–Push
- Pad Chaos Drill
Reaction & Reflex Pad Work Drills
- Coach calls number = preset combo
- Random hand flash = strike fast
- Touch shoulder–Pad appears = hit
- Coach fakes = student reacts
- Slip–Counter–Pad appears
- Eyes closed–open–strike
- Rapid fire jab–cross on cue
- 3-strike reaction drill
- Pad pops up = 2 elbows
- Touch + Hit
- Random targets = fast strike decision
- Multiple pad angles at once
- High–Low–Sprawl cue
- Pad chase
- Combo, push, counter
- Coach hits back (light)
- Step–Strike–Angle–Strike
- Follow the pad with footwork
- Number + Target + Move
- Strike–Reset–Fake–Strike
Power & Conditioning Pad Work Drills
- Jab–Cross nonstop 30 sec
- 10 strikes + 10 squats
- Strike–Sprawl–Strike
- 100 punches for time
- 1 min burnout: jab–cross
- Power kicks x10 each side
- Tabata pad rounds
- Ladder drill
- 3-strike combo x 50
- Partner switch sprint + hit
- 30 sec knees
- 10 heavy punches + 10 knees
- Power elbows x 10 each side
- Jab–Cross x 10 + Pushup
- Wall sit + pad hits
- Strike–Plank–Strike–Burpee
- Partner callout burnout
- Kicks only burnout
- Flow drills at max speed
- Full combo chaos drill – 60 sec
How to Use These Pad Work Drills
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Want to go deeper? Pair these drills with our kettlebell workouts, striking combinations, or sprint intervals for MMA.
- Choose 5–10 for a complete pad session
- Focus on one theme: boxing, reaction, power, etc.
- Adjust speed and power based on skill level
- Mix with cardio and strength work for conditioning
FAQ: Pad Work Drills
What are the best pad work drills for beginners?
Start with simple combos like jab–cross or jab–cross–hook. Keep footwork light and focus on clean technique.
How often should I do pad work?
2–3 times per week is ideal. Advanced fighters may train pad work daily as part of their routine.
Can I use pad drills for fitness?
Absolutely. Pad work drills are one of the best full-body workouts, combining cardio, strength, and coordination.
Want more pad work training tips?
Download the free Pad Work Training Guide PDF, or join us at Bristol Titans Krav Maga to train these drills in person. Don’t forget to check out our reviews to see what students are saying!
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