My name is ________________ and I am _____ years old.
I am demonstrating the requirements for Ro-Kyu. (Names of seniors)
assisted me with my demonstration.
STANDING BASICS:
Uraken (Back-Fist
strike to both sides)
Neko-Ashi Mae-Geri (Cat
Stance, Front Snap Kick)
Double Punching (Kiai &
switch on 5 & 10)
MOVING BASICS:
Neko-Ashi Mae-Geri (Kick
& Step Forward in Cat Stance)
Neko-Ashi Gedan Shuto
Uke (Cat Stance, Low Knife-Hand Block)
Neko-Ashi Chudan Shuto
Uke (Cat Stance, Middle Knife-Hand Block)
Zenkutsu Morote Uke
Mijikaitsuki (Front Stance, Reinforced Middle Block, Snap Punch)
Shizentai Keri, Soto Uke to
Tsuki (Natural Stance, Kick, Middle Block & Reverse Punch)
KATA:
Pinan Nidan
KUMITE:
One Step Kumite (Step thru
face punch attack. High block –In and Out, Sweep
block
–In and Out, or Inside Punch block defense. Wear safety gear.)
You Punch, I Punch Drill
(Take turns exchanging face punches. High, Sweep, or Inside Punch
blocks. Wear safety hands & head)
Self-Defense
Techniques (Single Lapel Grab & Side Head Lock- Low)
PERSEVERENCE:
Squats (Report on how many)
RECITE:
Dojo Customs and Etiquette
A Bo Staff purchase is recommended before your test.
DOJO CUSTOMS and ETIQUETTE
1. The Dojo is traditionally known in the orient as a school where students are instructed in the art of Karate
2. The Dojo is treated with particular respect and veneration by all Karate students.
3. Students remove their shoes and bow when entering or leaving the training area.
4. Bow before and after practicing with each other.
5. If a student arrives at the Dojo after class has begun, they warm up on their own, wait patiently to be recognized by the instructor, and then bow before joining the class.
6. If a student needs to leave class early, they speak to the instructor before class begins, and then secure permission before leaving.
7. We always bid farewell to our instructors and classmates before leaving the Dojo.
8. The students refer to and address the Dojo owner or head instructor as “Sensei”, meaning teacher.
9. We speak up appropriately and use manners when spoken to. This is a sign of courtesy and respect, and facilitates communication among ourselves.
10. The Dojo is no ordinary place of exercise. The Dojo is washed, cleaned, and kept spotless through the personal attention of every student who uses it.
11. We do not leave personal belongings in the Dojo overnight.
12. Students do not smoke in the Dojo or practice under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
13. We do not chew gum or wear jewelry in the training area.
14. Fingernails and toenails are kept short for safety’s sake.
15. Students learn new kata only with the approval of Sensei and they do not teach or show karate techniques to non-members.
16. We stay out of fights and do not provoke or threaten others, but rather communicate responsibly, or muster up the courage to leave the situation
17. Students practice good grooming and posture.
18.Their uniforms are kept neat and clean.
19. We maintain an appearance and presentation that supports our purpose.
20. We try to see things from the other person’s point of view, and are respectful and courteous to others.
21. We avoid gossip and do not speak ill of others.
22. We strive to show initiative and to be a good example.
23. We cultivate a positive mental attitude and develop ourselves to become physically strong.
24. These customs are the “ways of being” that can only be explained by the devotion which the teacher and serious students share towards Karate training.
25. The Dojo is the place where the student strives to arrive at the high point of readiness and willingness to submit his body and mind to the learning of the ancient discipline of Karate.