Belt Testing Requirements
Rank Exams (pdf)
- 8th Kyu (Yellow Belt)
- 7th Kyu (Orange Belt)
- 6th Kyu (Green Belt)
- 5th Kyu (Purple Belt #1)
- 4th Kyu (Purple Belt #2)
- 3rd Kyu (Brown Belt #1)
- 2nd Kyu (Brown Belt #2)
- 1st Kyu (Brown Belt #3)
- Shodan (Black Belt #1)
Testing Guidelines
Generally students will prepare for their first belt exam after 3 months of training. When their instructor feels they are eligible for examination, the student will be notified.
Heian Katas
Please note that this kata is for reference only and discuss refining movements with Sensei or a Senpai.
Tekki Shodan