The colour of each belt corresponds to the level of experience and ability of the individual wearing it. Typically, jka shotokan ireland kyu grading takes place three times a year at club level. The number of lessons meet the required minimum, unless instructed by sensei otherwise 2. Though examiners may vary the order, by and large the syllabus is standardized throughout the world. Maegeri heisoku dachi, gedan kakiwake gorei command from right side in turn for each waza. Jkaa grading examination guideline grading exam syllabus the jka hq grading system and syllabus is described here. Adult grading syllabus 10th kyu red belt 9th kyu orange belt 8th kyu yellow belt 7th kyu green belt 6th kyu blue belt 5th kyu. Jka grading syllabus download as pdf jka bc kyu and dan grading syllabus effective as of june 1st 2014 the jka bc syllabus is a tool for examiners to use during gradings. All members of the jks follow the jks grading syllabus. A simplified grading syllabus exists to encourage young children to progress with their karate training. Gradings shotokan karate international south africa. Shotokanza l documents shotokan south africa shotokan. Kyu dan grading guideline kihonin place basics in shizen tai 1. Grading with ucd karate complete guide ucd karate club.
A technical licence issued by the jka is a prerequisite in order to take the kyu examinations in india, the examiners panel for the country is headed by the. To obtain certification for each rank, you must fulfill the certification requirements and complete the testing procedure. Grading requirements students must ensure the following requirements have been met before attempting any grading. The rewards of these grading are many and are symbolised by the presentation of a coloured belt. Kumite for all gradings to follow in separate video. The jka kyu and dan rank certification system there are 10 kyu and 10 dan in jka karate. Jka england jkae japan karate association of england.
Jka karate is best defined by reference to its published documentation namely. Grading day shop karate kit shop school lessons shop grading pregrading day info. To obtain certification for each rank, you must fulfil the certification requirements and complete the testing procedure. Jska kyu grading syllabus revised july 2011 2 2 10 th kyu examination white belt all to be performed to the count. International shotokan karate federation grading syllabus for 9th kyu testing for 8th kyu white belt testing for yellow belt basics. Based on the traditional shotokan kyu grade system of nine kyu grades from beginner to shodan 1st dan black belt cadet black belts.
Jska kyu grading syllabus revised july 2011 2 2 10 th kyu examination. From white they progress through the respective levels of yellow, orange, green, purple, brown and black. As previous grading a any kata from shodan syllabus and above b one or more kata from shodan syllabus and above demonstration of applications will be requested from performed katas. The jka kyu and dan rank certification system kyu and dan grading prerequisites rank min. Shotokan karate grading syllabus 6h kyu to 5th kyu. The head judge and the judges are responsible for a match or event and make decisions during a given match or event.
Kihon in place basics in shizen tai to zenkutsu dachi and back to shizen tai. Shitoryushukokai karate grading syllabus this is the syllabus of requirements for koi shitoryushukokai examinations 8th kyu yellow belt front hand punch mae ken tsuki. To take your dan grading, please ensure that you have supplied the information on the dan grading checklist at least two weeks in advance of the grading date. In order to be eligible for testing, you must first have gained the appropriate amount of continuous experience at your current rank. Pull the outstretched leading hand sharply back at about shoulder level and punch out at face level. All gradings below black belt are usually undertaken at the members clubs. Theres been an official letter sent to the jka organizations in each country to notify the new grading content and the effective date previously written. Thanks to our jka friend from bahamas, brian stapleton, as well as cmark hilario. Grades go from 10th kyu white belt to 1st kyu brown belt before reaching black belt 1st dan and beyond.
The kihon techniques on the following pages are set and will not vary for lower kyu exams. Jka grading syllabus 10thkyu kihon in place basics in shizen tai hachiji dachi 1. All done in zenkutsudachi front stance stepping forward punching chudan level stomach level. Candidates may be required to demonstrate material from previous gradings to ensure overall development a brown belt for example may be asked to perform a heian kata. Jka dan grading syllabus kawasoe afro eurasia jka wf. The japan karate association of india follows the jka syllabus for kyu and dan gradings. Note that the fist makes only a part turn and finishes with the thumb.
Shotokan karate grading syllabus 6th kyu to 5th kyu youtube. Being affiliated to jka hq, tokyo, students are graded according to the same syllabus as the hq to maintain a uniform level of skill. Thesis a thesis of at least five typed pages must be submitted to the examination panel at least two weeks prior. A grading syllabus belts are earned through the students proven dedication to training in combination with an examination grading. Rank is not a prize thats awarded to tell everyone how good at karate you are, its an individual indicator of where you are in the shotokan curriculum.
Testingor gradingis carried out by a panel of instructors authorized as jka technical examiners. All gradings below black belt are usually undertaken at the members clubs under the guidance of a grading examiner. Students progress from novice through the coloured kyu grades 9th to 1st kyu to black belt 1st dan. Jka dan gradings are held at specially organised courses.
We use the japanese term kyu to refer to the coloured belts and dan to refer to black belts. The jka shotokan ireland teaches and promoted traditional japanese shotokan karate as defined by the japan karate association jka. As a general rule, the jka chief instructor is the person that is selected as the master chief judge in the all japan championships as well as the world championships. Sanbon kumite jodan chudan 9th kyu to 8th kyu direction technique count forward chudan junzuki 3 times forward jodan ageuke 3 times. Fully downloadable syllabus plus extras available on. Cska grading syllabus canadian shotokan karate association. Kihon examination curriculum for 1 dan shodan, performed. The jka bc syllabus is a tool for examiners to use during gradings. Appropriate grading fees have been paid prior to grading 4. Shotokan south africa shotokanza documents, forms, syllabus, grading requirements, list of kata, etc. A combination of techniques will be nominated by the facilitator. At first, only white, brown and black belts were used. Age uke, forwards and backwards ude uke, forwards and backwards mae geri.
Experience testing location 10th to 1st kyu branch dojo or group 1st dan 1 yr cannot apply same day as attaining 1st kyu prefectural hq or branch dojo or group, with permission of tokyo jka hq 2nd dan 1 yr at 1st dan rank 3rd dan 2 yrs at 2nd dan rank. All examinees testing for shodan and above must demonstrate the criteria as listed on chapter 3 of this procedure. Jska dan grading syllabus revised july 2011 1 1 jska kyu grading syllabus revised july 2011, 2011. Examiners may add more physical content at their discretion. Cska grading standards and syllabus are based on japan karate association jka traditional values and standards. Jka kyu grading syllabus kawasoe afro eurasia jka wf. Syllabus tiny tigers minimum grading requirements 3 months training period and 10 lessons basic moves on the spot in natural stance punch head height x 10 punch stomach height x 10 head block x 10 outside block x 10 in natural stance on the spot front kick x. Shotokan karate grading syllabus karate shotokan scribd. Ones progress through the various levels of ability and understanding of karatedo is measured by means of periodic grading. Jka new zealand practices the true traditional brand of karate under the direct guidance of jka wf hq, japan jkanz promotes an open door policy to welcome all karateka to join our organisation in the true spirit of karatedo. Japan karate association england jkae is a non profit making association based in england and wales and is associated with the japan karate association jka in japan, one of the most prestigious, oldest and largest shotokan karate organisations in the world.
Belt levels international shotokan karate federation of. Gradings tournament results jkae dan grade passes feb 2020 jkae open championships results dec 2019 jkae passes europe seminar nov 2019 jkae national championships results jun 2019 jkae dan grade passes may 2019 jkae open championships results nov 2018 jkae dan grade passes sep 2018 jkae national championships results jun 2018 jkae dan grade passes may 2018. Refer and download your jka karate kyu grading syllabus here. All kihon techniques are done five times unless specified on the exam. Shotokan karate grading syllabus free download as pdf file. The examiner may ask to see some or all of the kihon, kata and kumite listed in the kugb syllabus. Kihon techniques for the exam for 1 dan black belt, are the part of the examination program, according to the jks. Shotokan karate grading syllabus 4th kyu to 3rd kyu. Kugb dan grading syllabus october 2007 issue kihon kata kumite all begin from freestyle kamae list a candidates chooses from list b examiner chooses from 1st kyu to 1st dan 1 kizami tsuki, oi tsuki, gyaku tsuki 2 mae geri, oi tsuki, gyaku tsuki 3 yoko geri, uraken, gyaku tsuki 4.
The acskc syllabus we believe that rank represents an individuals pursuit of certain knowledge and skills. Shotokan karate syllabus shotokan traditional karate. Maegeri with count, 5 times each 9th kyu kihon in place basics in shizen tai hachiji dachi to zenkutsu dachi 1. Demonstrate the ability to apply technique in ones own unique way. Examiners may add more physical content at their discretion for examinees testing above 3rd kyu. Kugb kyu grading syllabus october 2007 issue kihon kata kumite novice to 9 th kyu white to orange belt 1 oi tsuki 2 jodan age uke 3 chudan soto uke 4. Learning shotokan karate is unlimited and 1st dan black belt is only the first in a series of.
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