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Introduction

At Fifth Degree Black Belt and higher, instructors and students primarily focus on advanced concepts, instruction, and tournment competition.

Forms

Here is the list of optional forms stated above.

• Kwang Gae is an empty hand form. Details are taught in class. Reference video here (password: 123nkresolve).
• Impact is an empty hand form. Details are taught in class. Reference video here (password: 123nkresolve).
• Koryo is an empty hand form. Details are taught in class. Reference video here (password: 123nkresolve).
• Chung Mu is an empty hand form. Details are taught in class. Reference video here (password: 123nkresolve).
• Seung Ni is an empty hand form. Details are taught in class. Reference video here (password: 123nkresolve).

Basic Combinations

All students have certain combinations with basic strikes. The following list is comprised of the combinations for this rank. Details are taught in class.

• 1. Offensive Jab, Offensive Jab, Punch - head, Switch Slash Round Kick, Back Hook, Front Upper Cut
• 2. Back Hook - body, Front Upper Cut, Offensive Punch - head, Back Knee (set down in front), Front Hand Grab, Rear Elbow - head
• 3. Single Arm Shield Block (pull rear shoulder through), Switch Punch - head, Step thru Punch - head, Back Front Kick, Turn Back Fist

Pad Strikes

The pad strikes for Fifth Degree and higher are not from a set curriculum. The format of the pad strikes is the same: two pad holders where one has two arm targets/muay thai pads and the other has a body shield. You must create three pad strike combinations.

The rotation and orientation of the pad holders is identical to 4th degree. The pad holder with the two arm target pads will always be in front of the striker. The body shield holder will move around the striker - one position for each combo. For example, if you're on your left side fighting stance, the three positions for the body shield holder would be to your right, behind you, and to your left in that order.

Regarding the actual combinations themselves, they must make sense. Talk to your instructor(s) about what makes sense for you. Personally, I would lean towards realistic rather than what looks cool.

Expectations

• Arrive 5 minutes early in full uniform and belt; instructors can help with tying.
• Turn in an attendance card each class; we track attendance and progress with these cards.
• Bring full sparring gear to every class. Wear gear at line-up for sparring; for form classes, bring the bag and leave it in the lobby/locker room.
• Bring a bo staff, kamas, and bokken to every form/curriculum class. Do not leave them at the school.
• Speak with Mr. or Mrs. Albertson to schedule times to start learning how to teach as well as teach.

Equipment & Safety

Wear a National Karate uniform (summer option: NK T-shirt tucked into pants with belt). Bring sparring gear to every class and your bo staff, kamas, and bokken to every form/curriculum class.

Monthly Exams

Important: Black belts do not test for their next degree at monthly exams. Instead, they test for segments at monthly exams. Each segment must be earned with a different form. Once a student has earned the designed amount of segments, they may speak to Mr. or Mrs. Albertson to see if they can start screening.

Screenings

Black Belts must complete three consecutive screenings to qualify for next degree. Screenings are held separately from monthly exams. Please speak with Mr. or Mrs. Albertson for details and upcoming dates.

Tournaments

Tournaments are open at this level. Rings are grouped by age and belt (often gender). Students receive a ring assignment and report time. Divisions include:

• Traditional Form — Present the form for score. Judges consider:
  • Clean, deep stances and correct technique
  • Consistent speed
  • Power
  • Loud, controlled yells
  • Focused eyes and strong intent
• Traditional Weapons — Present the weapons form for score. Judges consider:
  • Clean, deep stances and correct technique
  • Consistent speed
  • Power
  • Loud, controlled yells
  • Focused eyes and strong intent
• Sparring — Bracketed matches; win to advance. Events may be single or double elimination.

FAQ:

• Can I compete with both traditional empty hand forms and traditional weapons form? Yes — students are encouraged to compete with both an empty hand and weapons form.
• Can I compete with forms from a previous belt? Yes — students may compete with any form that they have learned up until this point.

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