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Introduction

At Brown, students learn the forms Zang Do Moon, Discovery (weapons), and Beethoven (musical) 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

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

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).

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

Tape stripes track attendance and skill. About every ten classes, instructors review technique and listening. Four stripes indicate readiness to test for the next belt.

Monthly Exams

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

• When: Typically the last Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
• Who: All students scheduled to test for their next belt.
• Duration: Up to 1.5 hours.
• Eligibility: Students eligible to test will receive a testing invitation card during a regular class.
• Schedule: Black belt and kickboxing classes are canceled during exams.
• Black Belts: Segment testing must occur at the monthly exam.

Basic Combinations

At Brown belt, 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

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 Ms. Babler 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 Ms. Babler to order them in advance.

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