GRADING CRITERIA
Students are required to do the minimum number of classes AND have their Sensei’s approval before they can attempt the next grade level.
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Yellow Belt / Orange Belt
• General understanding of the basic strikes, blocks, stances & kicks (in English) • Clear progress in discipline in class (listening to the instructor) since the start of training • Understanding of the first / second kata Green Belt and above
• Good understanding of all the strikes, blocks, stances & kicks (in English and Japanese) • Confident in the Grading Kata and all previously learnt kata • An improved fitness & stamina level • Increased confidence in free-sparring • Disciplined & consistent with training (1+ classes per week) |
Black Belt
All of the previous points, plus: • Ability to protect themselves against most unarmed attacks • Confident in demonstrating & in practical applications of “Sepai” and all previously learnt kata • Top level of fitness & stamina NOTE: Minimum age for attaining Black Belt is 15 years |
Additional Notes:
- Chairs are reserved for spectators - students must stand or sit on the floor
- Please ensure you bring your full uniform - the club badge must be sewn on
- Photography is allowed for personal record only (not to be shared on social media)
Download PDFs:
Requirements for Yellow and Orange Belt
Senior Grading Checklist (for Brown and Black Belts)
