Students are eligible for promotion to higher ranks after 4 months (or 32 classes) and when they are comfortable and confident with the techniques and kata for the new test.

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A test consists of Kihon, Kata, and Kumite, plus terminology and etiquette required for the desired next rank. During a test, the student is judged on not only his/her performance on that day, but his/her behavior in class, class attendance, ability to deal with unfamiliar situations (like new combinations of techniques or guest instructor), and of course, spirit!

To view the testing requirements for each rank, please click on the color belt!

9th Kyu

5th Kyu

8th Kyu

4th Kyu

1st Kyu

7th Kyu

3rd Kyu

Shodan

6th Kyu

2nd Kyu

Nidan

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