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Green/White Belt - Rokyu, Adult Requirements |
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You may test for your belt between 3-4 months. You will be awarded a stripe with the date of your promotional when you pass.
Green / White Stripe Belt - Rokyu (6th level) - All of the previous requirements, plus: |
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Kihon (Basics) |
Demonstrate Ippon Kumite Dai Ni (2nd 1 step fighting form). Demonstrate 2nd Half of Kihon Zuki (Basic Strikes). Note to Instructors: Introduce students to Ukemi (break-falls, from a throw, along with rolls, and front and back falls) & explain how a student should "tap out" Know the proper amount of force to use in class. |
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Kata (Form) |
Perform Pinan Shodan (1st Peace Form). |
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Life |
Terminology/History: Know basic terms and be able to explain the origins of karate. Be able to explain at least one karate master (See "Essence of Okinawan Karate-Do"). Car Safety: Explain importance of buckling up (It's the law) and driving responsibly. Know how to defend yourself in and around a car. |
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Physical |
20 Jumping Jacks, 20 Push-ups, 20 Sit-ups, 20 Mountain Climbers Self-Defense: Demonstrate defense from a headlock (strike to groin/ stomp on foot/pinch/takedown). Flexibility: Increase butterfly groin stretch by 2 inches. |
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Jr. Green/White Belt - Rokyu, Youth Requirements |
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Each progress stripe requires 1 month (8 classes). You will be tested for your next belt after passing all four stripes. You will be awarded a 5th stripe with the date of your promotional when you pass. You will be asked to perform your highest kata at your promotional.
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Jr. Purple Belt with Progress Stripes |
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White Stripe Kihon (Basics) |
Demonstrate Inside and Outside Mikazuki Geri (Crescent Kicks) Perform the 1st 9 moves of Kihon Zuki in a Kiba Dachi - Extra Credit for performing it in a Shiko Dachi. Extra Credit: Spinning Ushiro Geri (Back Kick) |
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Orange Stripe Kata (Form) |
Perform the 1st half of Pinan Shodan (1st Peace Form), up to the kiai. |
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Gold Stripe Life |
Tradition: Know that karate came from Okinawa Japan, and our style was founded by Shoshin Nagamine. Leadership: Lead the class in warm-ups with enthusiasm. Car Safety: Explain the importance of buckling up (It's the LAW) and driving responsibly. |
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Purple Stripe Physical |
20 Jumping Jacks, 20 Push-ups, 20 Sit-ups, 20 Mountain Climbers Self-Defense: Defend against a headlock (strike to groin/stomp on foot/pinch/takedown). Flexibility: Increase butterfly groin stretch by 2 inches. Extra Credit: Demonstrate Yoko Tobi Geri (Flying Side Kick). Note: Ask your instructor to start you on Naihanchi Stomping. |
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Jr. Green / White Stripe Belt - Rokyu (6th level) - All of the previous requirements, plus: |
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Test for Belt after Passing Previous 4 Stripes |
Character Development: Explain #4 (Respect) of Karate Creed. Show you can still do previous Kata. Perform Pinan Shodan (1st Peace Form). |
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