Tamworth Shukokai Karate Club is an active member of the Shukokai Karate Association, which offers a structured grading system. This system spans from novice levels through the Kyus (10th Kyu to 1st Kyu) and into the Dans (Black Belts, beginning with 1st Dan and progressing upward).
Each grade is achieved through a combination of practical experience and successful completion of an assessment. Both requirements must be fulfilled before a student can advance to the next level. These assessments are held regularly throughout the year, with the earlier grades featuring less demanding evaluations that are appropriate to the student’s level of experience and are available after a set training period.
For senior grades, a longer period of training and skill refinement is required before attempting more challenging assessments. To attain a Black Belt, students must demonstrate mastery of technical knowledge and proficiency across the three core competencies of Karate: Kihon (basic techniques), Kata (prearranged forms), and Kumite (sparring), as outlined in the Association’s Grading Syllabus.
Belt order
