Metode Pelatih Dalam Mengajarkan Teknik Dasar Pencak Silat Kepada Siswa Di SDN 110/IV Kota Jambi

Abstract

Preliminary observations conducted at SDN 110/IV Jambi City in September 2025 showed that the practice process of basic pencak silat techniques among elementary school students has not been running fully optimal. The delivery of material such as stances (kuda-kuda), guard postures (sikap pasang), punches, and kicks is still conducted generally without clear training stages and without individual movement correction reinforcement. In practice, several students appeared unable to display movements with appropriate coordination and technical precision, causing the mastery process of basic skills to run less than maximally. The purpose of this research is to describe the application of the demonstration method used by the coach in teaching basic pencak silat techniques to students in extracurricular activities at SDN 110/IV Jambi City, and to identify the supporting and inhibiting factors faced by the coach in teaching these basic techniques. This research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive research type. It utilizes purposive sampling by selecting informants who have direct involvement in the pencak silat extracurricular activities at the school, such as the pencak silat coach and participating students. The results indicate that the coach has applied a method suitable for beginner students, implementing a consistent pattern for all basic techniques: direct modeling followed by student imitation, with an emphasis on mastering correct movements through repetition and assistance. Each technique receives treatment adjusted to its difficulty level—some are emphasized through habituation, some through direct correction, and others through personal assistance to ensure student success. Beginner students still experience difficulties in understanding and performing basic techniques because they are children and require time to learn. The coach teaches movements by providing direct examples, which the students then follow. If any movement is incorrect, the coach immediately provides guidance and corrections. During the practice, students showed a good, engaging, and enthusiastic response. Student abilities also began to develop, although there are still some students who need guidance to perform movements more accurately.