UNIFIED KARATE-DO ASSOCIATION
PROMOTION REQUIREMENTS

10th kyu - Yellow Belt

PUNCHES:

  1. straight punch in a straddle stance
  2. reverse punch in a front stance
  3. lunge punch in a front stance
BLOCKS:  All blocks performed in a front stance:
  1. rising
  2. downward
  3. inside
  4. outside
KICKS:  Kicks are performed moving forward and in a front stance and stationary from a cat stance:
  1. front snap
  2. side snap
KATA:
  1. Taikyoku Shodan
  2. Taikyoku Nidan
KUMITE: 5- STEP SPARRING - Moving in a line facing a partner. All four blocks will be performed backwards in a front stance with a partner attacking forward. Follow up with a reverse punch counter -attack.

SELF DEFENSE - Reasonable proficiency at 3 basic technique taught during the class.

CHARACTER - You will be evaluated for good spirit, a positive attitude, courtesy towards others, and class participation.  Strong kiai(s)) and straight eye focus are a must!