Belt Requirements
Yellow Belt – Jukyu
These are the requirements for achieving the rank of yellow belt. A student should expect to spend at least 3 months as a white belt before advancing to a yellow belt.
Kata
The first half of pinan 1.
Stances
Neutral | Formal | Front | Horse
Blocks
Low blocks 7 & 8
Strikes
Front punch | Palm heel
Kicks
Front instep | Front ball/push
Self-Defense
None
Fitness*
10 modified or incline push-ups | 10 crunches
Technique
1/5 – Moves are recognizable but may lack power and precision
Other
None
* Fitness targets are suggested goals for students. Each students physical abilities will be taken into account.