
Black Belt
Only students with outstanding character and
attitude will be considered
(No Exceptions to this rule)
Student must be a brown belt for a minimum of one year with continuous study of
Isshinryu Karate. Must be sixteen (16) years old. Must have competed in two
recognized tournaments. Must be able to perform all eight hand kata and two
weapon kata with total command of moves and knowledge of interpretation of
each. Student must know the history of Isshinryu. Student must be
able to defend, orally, Isshinryu history, Okinawan terminology and fundamental
principles of Isshinryu Karate. Student must have a sound knowledge of all lower
rank requirements. Student must be well versed in karate etiquette. Student must
understand promotional standards and their restrictions.
Required Kata
Seisan, Seiuchin, Nahanchie, Wansu, Chinto, Ku San Ku, Sunsu, Sanchin, To Komeni No Kun, Ku San Ku Sia)