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Introduction

At Brown, students learn the weapons form Discovery and the musical form Beethoven while continuing self-defense, pad work, sparring, weapons and core basics. Red belt until Brown Belt with two Black Stripes primarily focuses on Black Belt training.

Form Video

Discovery is the brown belt weapons form. Details are taught in class. Reference video here (password: 123nkresolve).

Beethoven is the brown belt musical 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. Skip Hook-Round Kick, Jab, Punch to Head
• 2. Back Round-Side Kick, Turn Hook-Round Kick, Punch
• 3. Punch, Back Round Kick, Tornado

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 to every form/curriculum class. Do not leave it at the school.

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 to every form/curriculum class.

Tape Stripes

There are usually no tape stripes at red belt and beyond. However, this is always subject to change.

Monthly Exams

Important: Brown Belts with two black stripes do not test at monthly exams. See the screening section below.

• When:
• Who: All students scheduled to test for their next belt.
• Duration: Up to 1.5 hours.
• Eligibility: Posted on the testing list near the start of each month.
• Schedule:
• Black Belts: Segment testing must occur at the monthly exam.

Screenings

Brown belts with two black stripes must complete three consecutive screenings to qualify for black belt. Screenings are held separately from monthly exams. Please speak with Mr. 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:

• Competitive 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
• Competitive 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 Zang Do Moon and Discovery.

What's next

Next rank: Screenings and 1st degree black belt which is considered to be an expert at the basics. At this level, students begin weapons training with kamas. Please speak with Mr. Albertson to order them in advance.

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