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Senior Black Belts |
2nd Degree - 3rd Degree - 4th Degree - 5th Degree - 6th Degree | ||||
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1st DAN - Top speed, ultimate reflexes, natural fighting ability, professional teaching ability, and skilled mat work are demanded. | ||||
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1st KYU (I) - Third Degree Brown - Test consists of advanced knowledge, skills, and techniques. | ||||
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2nd KYU (NI) - Second Degree Brown - Test consists of advanced knowledge, skills, and techniques. | ||||
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3rd KYU (San) - First Degree Brown - Great physical and mental reflexes are required. Powerful strength and a hard body. | ||||
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4th KYU - Teaching ability is required. This is the first instructor rank. Speed and combinations of techniques are required. | ||||
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Blue
Belt (Adult) |
5th KYU - Flowing katas are the
main requirement needed. Fighting skills and mat work are
now reaching the advanced stage.
Chart for training --- Belt Test Requirements
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Red
Belt (Child)
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Purple Belt
(Adult) |
6th KYU - Flexibility and balance
are the key requirements. Basic kumite skills must be demonstrated.
Chart for training --- Belt Test Requirements
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Purple
Belt (Child)
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Orange Belt
(Adult) |
7th KYU - Control of body, mind,
and spirit is needed.
Chart for training --- Belt Test Requirements
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Orange
Belt (Child)
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8th KYU - Basic knowledge of self-defense and strong technique is required. | ||||
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9th KYU - The objective of this test is to lay the groundwork for advancement to the higher ranks. | ||||
