Black Belt Test Requirements
This is a partial list of Black Belt test requirements that the aspiring candidate must satisfy:
Have at least 6-months of time in grade as a 1
st
Kyu (Brown 1)
Demonstrate advanced proficiency in all previously tested items including four weapons kata
Demonstrate at least four advanced Okinawan katas such as:
This is our first black belt promotee surrounded by Sensei's Maught (left) and Lindsay (right)
Pinan Godan
Passai Sho
Passai Dai
Kusanku
Sanchin
Shisoch
In the Katas, special attention will be given to:
Eye Movement
Head Movement
Correct Stances
Fluid Movements
Proper Technique
Focus
Breathing
Power
Delivery of Technique
Speed
Above average physaical fitness and endurance will need to be demonstrated
Advanced Kumite and Kumite with multiple opponents must be satisfactorily completed
Thirty self-defense techniques
Thirty one-step techniques
Demonstrate the ability to effectively lead an entire class as well as instruct the junior belts on their prescribed techniques
An outstanding example of courtesy, honor, and karate-do must have been displayed throughout one's entire training.