Program

The program of the kyu-grades has been build around on central theme: tai-sabaki-no-kata; a basic exercise that teaches the basic techniques that are practised in the different grades.

• 6° kyu: dojo-kun: knowledge of the rules in the dojo
• 5° kyu: ude kansetsu waza: locking techniques on the arm
• 4° kyu: nage waza: throwing techniques (mainly jūdō-related)
• 3° kyu: kote-kansetsu & nage waza: wristlocks and throwing techniques (mainly aikidō-related)
• 2° kyu: sutemi waza: sacrificing throws
• 1° kyu: keri waza: kicking techniques

In every grade also other techniques are treated so that the student has access to a great variety of techniques that will enable him to defend himself or to develop his (martial) art.

In the program of 2° kyu, besides learning sutemi waza, also defences against armed attacks are taught in which all basic techniques are applied.

In the program of 1° kyu an elaborate study is made of atemi waza (kicking and punching techniques), while also two karate kata are introduced.

For 1°, 2° and 3° dan the following items are studied:

• bunkai jutsu: the “hidden” techniques of karate kata
• counter-techniques for throws
• counter-techniques for locks
• advanced techniques with weapons

For 4° and 5° dan the emphasis lies on personal development.

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