Belt Requirements

Green Belt 2nd degree – Gokyu

These are the requirements for achieving the rank of green belt, 2nd degree. A student should expect to spend at least 4 months as a green belt before advancing.

Kata

Movements of the Crane

Stances

Crane

Blocks

None

Strikes

U-punch

Kicks

None

Self-Defense

Parry/control/escape

Fitness*

20 standard pushups | 30 crunches

Technique

3/5 – Movements are consistent. Strikes and kicks demonstrate power. Posture and balance are good.

Other

None

* Fitness targets are suggested goals for students. Each students physical abilities will be taken into account.