Champion Karate

Belt Exams & Graduation – Important Information

We are excited to announce that Belt Exams and Graduation are coming up!

All students will be automatically added to the exam schedule based on their current belt level. If you need to adjust your child’s exam time, please let us know in advance — we will do our best to accommodate.

Belt graduation is an important milestone in every karate student’s journey. It marks the progress they’ve earned through discipline, consistency, and courage. Each new belt is not just a colour — it represents new skills, stronger character, and the confidence that comes from overcoming challenges. Your encouragement and presence during this moment makes it even more meaningful for them.

A few important reminders to help the day run smoothly:

• Please arrive on time for your scheduled exam.
• Ensure your child is wearing a clean gi with their current belt.
• Bring a good mood and family support — celebrating their achievements is a big part of building their motivation and confidence.

Gradings are held twice a year. DECEMBER AND JUNE

It is important that all Karate-ka (karate student) fully understand the expectations for regular training and the requirements for promotion. It is the responsibility of the Sensei to offer the student everything they need to achieve their next rank. The student must practice all the techniques they are taught on a regular basis in and out of class.

Consistent improvement for kyu (colored) belts requires that karate-ka trains regularly (once a week for students white to orange and twice a week for green and up). If a karate-ka cannot train this frequently, expect a slower rate of progress than the average.

When a student first starts karate, there may be some difficulty with body co-ordination. After this initial awkward stage, most students feel a gradual and noticeable improvement in their form, speed and power for up to a year. After years of training, students often reach a plateau, where they no longer feel that they are advancing. All karate-ka experience these plateaus.

nnn The best way to overcome plateau's is to maintain training frequency and continue working the techniques the instructor teaches.

KYU BELT GRADING INFORMATION

10 KYU - White / yellow stripe
9 KYU - Yellow
8 KYU - Yellow / orange stripe
7 KYU - Orange
6 KYU - Orange / green stripe
5 KYU - Green
4 KYU - Purple
3 KYU - Blue
2 KYU - Brown
1 KYU - Brown / black stripe

1 DAN - BLACK BELT

Traditional karate classes yellow belt graduation

What to expect at the Belt Exam Program?

Demonstrating basic techniques: You will likely be asked to perform basic punches, kicks, blocks, and strikes with precision and power.
Kata performance: You will likely be asked to perform one or more katas, which are pre-arranged sequences of movements designed to simulate a fight against multiple opponents.
Partner work: You may be asked to perform techniques with a partner, such as blocks, strikes, throws, and joint locks.
Sparring: You may be asked to spar with one or more opponents, demonstrating your ability to apply techniques in a realistic fighting situation.
Knowledge test: You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge of karate terminology, history, and principles.
Physical fitness: You may be asked to demonstrate your physical fitness through exercises such as push-ups, sit-ups, and running.
Mental focus: You will need to demonstrate mental focus and control throughout the exam, as karate requires not only physical skill but also mental discipline.

Belt Exams & Graduation – Important Information

Gradings are held twice a year. DECEMBER AND JUNE

KYU BELT GRADING INFORMATION

What to expect at the Belt Exam Program?

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