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You must be minimum 25 years of age. |
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2. |
You must have been a Nidan at least 3 years of Active Training (see Section B definitions) |
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You must attend a minimum of 2 Black Belt Clinics per calendar year and it must be recorded in your passbook. |
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You must compete in 2 tournaments during your present rank in either event. |
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You must know the following katas: |
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a) |
Pinan Shodan |
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b) |
Pinan Nidan |
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c) |
Pinan Sandan |
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d) |
Pinan Yodan |
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e) |
Pinan Godan |
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f) |
Kushanku |
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g) |
Seishan |
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h) |
Nahanchin |
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i) |
Chinto |
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Techniques to be performed: |
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a) |
Basic techniques |
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b) |
Combination block-counter |
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c) |
Taisabaki movement |
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d) |
Side stepping |
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e) |
Fluency in combination techniques |
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f) |
Two step or free style kumite |
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g) |
Also see Grading Forms for complete details on Grading Techniques |
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7. |
All students are to be of strong moral character and demonstrate mental and emotional maturity. |
