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Belt Test Requirements

7 Kyu (Rank) / Gold Belt

Ø Galations 5:22-23 - But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.

Ø Kata (Form) – Ki-hon, Naihanchi Shodan

Ø Basic stances: Kiba-dachi (Horse), Koku-Su-dachi (Back), Zenkutsu-dachi (Forward)

Ø Goshin-jitsu (self-defense) – 3 or 4 basic waza (techniques)

Ø Basic punches, blocks, and kicks

Ø Ukemi (breakfall) – from squat

Ø Visit this website http://www.okinawanshuri-tekarate.com/

Ø If wearing a gi (karate uniform), must be worn neatly and correctly

Ø Understanding of the name Shuri-te (hands of Shuri)

Ø Counting: 1-Ichi, 2-Ni, 3-San, 4-Shi, 5-Go, 6-Roku, 7-Shichi, 8-Hachi, 9-Ku, 10-Ju

6 Kyu / Orange Belt

Ø Romans 12:18 – If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.

Ø Kata (Form) –Pinan Nidan

Ø Basic stances: Kiba-dachi (horse), Koku-Su-dachi (Back), Zenkutsu-dachi (Forward)

Ø Goshin-jitsu (self-defense) – 6 basic waza (techniques)

Ø Ippon Kumite (one-punch sparring) – 4 techniques

Ø Basic punches, blocks, and kicks

Ø Ukemi (breakfall) – from stance

Ø Read http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shuri-te#Shuri-te

5 Kyu / Purple Belt

Ø Ecclesiastes 4:12 - And though a man might prevail against one who is alone, two will withstand him—a threefold cord is not quickly broken.

Ø Kata (Form) – Naihanchi Nidan

Ø Goshin-jitsu

Ø Ippon Kumite

Ø Ukemi (breakfall) – hard roll

Ø Read http://www.ihadojo.com/Origins/chibana.htm and report three things you learned

Ø Kumite (sparring)

4 Kyu / Green Belt

Ø Psalm 27:1 – The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life, of whom shall I be afraid?

Ø Kata (Form) – Naihanchi Sandan and Pinan Shodan

Ø Goshin-jitsu

Ø Ippon Kumite

Ø Ukemi (breakfall) – front fall and flat back

Ø Basic Kick Catches

Ø Reaps, holds, throws, and ground defense

Ø Participate in teaching junior belts

Ø Read The Weaponless Warriors by Richard Kim

Ø Kumite

3 Kyu / Brown Belt

Ø Eph. 6:10-12 - Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.

Ø Kata (Form) –Pinan Sandan

Ø Goshin-jitsu

Ø Ippon Kumite

Ø Ukemi (breakfall) – roll holding a belt and fall straight back from height

Ø Kick Catches

Ø Reaps, holds, throws, and ground defense

Ø Teaching Beginners Class

Ø Read Okinawan Karate by Mark Bishop and write one-page report

Ø Kumite

2 Kyu / Brown Belt (No Formal Test)

Ø Eph. 6:13-15 - Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.

Ø Kata (Form) –Pinan Yondan

Ø Be able to describe technique hidden within various kata

Ø Advanced knowledge of Goshin-jitsu, Ippon Kumite, Ukemi, Kick Catches, Reaps & Throws

Ø Teaching Beginners Class

Ø Read The Essence of Okinawan Karate-Do by Shoshine Nagamine and write one page report

1 Kyu / Brown Belt (No Formal Test)

Ø Eph. 6:16-18 - In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints.

Ø Kata (Form) –Pinan Godan

Ø Be able to describe technique hidden within various kata

Ø Advanced knowledge of Goshin-jitsu, Ippon Kumite, Ukemi, Kick Catches, Reaps & Throws

Ø Teaching Beginners Class

Ø Write one-page report answering the question, “What is the Christian Martial Artist?”

Shodan / Black Belt

Ø Rom. 10:14-15 - How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!”

Ø Develop a written plan on how you might use your knowledge and skills of Shuri-te karate as missions, discipleship and/or ministry. Consult scripture, biographies of missionaries, stories of other karateka, and anything else to present a creative plan. You are essentially answering the question, “How can God use me through karate?” The plan should be a few pages in length and may include any creative or visual items.

Ø Kata (Form) –Passai Sho and Passai Dai

Ø Be able to describe technique hidden within various kata

Ø Advanced demonstration of Goshin-jitsu, Ippon Kumite, Ukemi, Kick Catches, Reaps & Throws

Ø Kumite: one-on-one and two-on-one

Karate ministry? Yes, we have a ministry using Karate that meets in our backyard on Mondays from 6:00-7:00 PM. Our goal is to teach all ages, not just self-defense, but how to be at peace with all men, verbally handle situations, build self-confidence, show good stewardship in the physical training of our bodies, apply Scripture to this training, and share the Gospel with visitors.

Here are some kata demonstrations of the first ones new students learn.

Who knows, maybe one of these students will use Karate as a vehicle to take the Gospel to Okinawa. This is a 5 minute video that demonstrates our style of Karate. My teacher has a website that explains many aspects of Shuri-te as well.

Buy a gi for just under $20. Includes shipping. There is a size chart under the description.

In there is a cancellation for any reason such as weather, I will e-mail by 3:00PM.

A FEW POINTS FOR NEW STUDENTS

· As our class is small, we just let the new students blend in and I try to make some special time for them to show the basics but senior students help teach as well.

· We never require a uniform (gi) but they are welcome to wear them. I usually wear mine unless it is really hot or really cold.

· We e-mail by 3:00 if there is a cancellation for weather or something else that comes up and e-mail a week prior if we know karate will be cancelled. If the weather turns bad all of the sudden, we work on close quarters self-defense in the garage.

· You never need to tell me if you will miss karate or explain if your child wants to stop coming. We have had plenty come for a few nights and feel it was not for them. That said, you are welcome to discuss any aspect (good or bad) of karate with me.

· Just e-mail if you want to be taken off the e-mail list.

· As you can tell, I am trying to make this easy for everybody.

LADIES' SELF-DEFENSE

We will be offering a Ladies' self-defense classes as needed. Each class is identical, so you only need to commit to one class but would be welcome to attend each to reinforce what you have learned.

Darren Sapp, a black belt in Okinawan Shuri-te Karate since 1995, will be teaching verbal, mental, and physical skills to help you quickly diffuse and/or remove yourself from potentially dangerous situations. One class will not teach you how to handle every situation, but you will begin to develop important skills and a self-defense mindset. Please wear comfortable clothing but know that we will not be doing anything too strenuous. You do not need any previous training or strength level to take this class. Feel free to call or e-mail Darren with any questions at darrensapp@charter.net or 214-477-4039.