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STUDENT HANDBOOK

The Crest

White: Purity

Red: Life blood of our members

Black: Strength & Skill of our instructors

Green: Growth (Earth)

Blue: Humility (Sky)

Gold: The precious history and foundation of White Tiger

Triangle: Knowledge

Circle: Never ending pursuit of knowledge

White Tiger: Unique & prepared at all times

Two Bamboo Trees: Instructor & Student

Arch: Founder and Gateway of Knowledge

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CONTENTS

Cover page with Crest Explanation ........................................ ..................

Welcome and Contact Information .........................................................1

About The System ................................................................................2

Kaiso Sensei Charles Buckner .......................................................................3

Instructors ...............................................................................4

Courtesies and Traditions ...............................................................................5

Dojo Rules ......................................................................................................9

Dojo Principles .............................................................................................10

Terminology, Creed and Ki Principles .........................................................12

Rank Requirements ......................................................................................15

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On behalf of our students and instructors, we want to welcome you to

Charles Buckner’s White Tiger Martial Arts Association.

This handbook is intended to help familiarize new students with rules,

courtesies and general information needed throughout your training.

If you have any questions, please use the following contact information:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (307) 696-3721

Phone: (307) 257-2121

Website: www.whitetiger1.com

Orientation Contact:

_______________________________________________________

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About The System

The White Tiger Martial Arts System was established in 1992 by Charles

Buckner. It is a "Hybrid Karate Style" based primarily on Kenpo Karate,

Aikido and Jujutsu. Together with several talented instructors, Charles

Buckner has been developing and teaching this style of martial arts and self

defense to children and adults from all walks of life.

Our style utilizes eclectic forms and technical requirements for rank

advancement, sport competition and practical self defense. White Tiger

draws influence from all of the following styles:

Shotokan Karate

Kung Fu

Tae Kwon Do

Chinese Kempo Karate

Judo

Krav Maga

Jujitsu

Aikido

Tai Chi Chuan

****We do not charge for testing or promotions.

****For what we offer, our class and membership fees are modest compared

to other schools in our area and across the country. We believe in these

martial arts business attributes strongly.

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Kaiso Sensei Charles Buckner

With over thirty years of martial arts experience, Charles Buckner has

dedicated his life to teaching the martial arts to those willing to learn. He

has studied several styles and obtained instructor rank in well known

systems. Charles has renounced those ranks and has been the founder of

his own American Martial Arts system since 1992.

Experience and Contributions

1982 - Began training with Lou Casamassa's Red Dragon Karate under

Sensei Thomas Cosgrove in Upland, CA

1983 - Black Belt Trainee

1995 - First Annual White Tiger Martial Arts Open Tournament

1996 - Graduate of Executive Security International (Investigaion and

Protection Specialist)

1996 - Graduate of the OMNI Institute (Investigation and Protection

Specialist)

1997 - Certified Instructor with Professor Chow's Chinese Kara-Ho

Kempo Karate under Sensei Rod Martens

1998 & 1999 - Law Enforcement Instructor - Arrest Tactics and

Psychology of Fear

2009 - Un-official world record for "The most concrete blocks smashed

on the groin with a sledge hammer".

2010 - Certified/Licensed Emergency Medical Technician

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Instructors

Charles D. Buckner (President and Founder)

Ruth Buckner (Co-Founder)

Jeremy Wilde (Chief Instructor - Gillette, WY Dojo and Vice President in

charge of rank requirements)

Tony Becker (Aikido Instructor and Senior Student)

Matt Langley (Instructor)

Andreya Howard (Senior Student in charge of etiquette and new student

orientation)

Bucky Loomis (Chief Instructor - Miles City, MT Dojo)

Chris Johnson (Senior Adviser to Charles Buckner - San Diego, CA)

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Courtesies and Traditions of Respect

Before we get to these courtesies, it seems prudent to be clear about “traditions of

respect” and “religious worship”.

We know there is a line between the spiritual side of our arts and religious devotion, but

the only one who can truly know the devotion of the heart and mind is the individual

karateka or karate practitioner themselves. Although there are loose similarities, there

should be no mistake, our dojo and our methods are not religious in nature. Envy

and the worship of another person is detrimental to self esteem and almost always results

in disappointment.

That being said, we can move along.

I know that some of this information can be a little confusing so I will attempt to keep

this as simple as possible while still clarifying things when it seems necessary.

The past and our responsibility to the future:

For hundreds of years martial techniques were taught in secret to the select few chosen in

temples or passed down to specific family members. This was often due to those being

chosen having demonstrated a certain level of character. When I opened White Tiger to

the public, it was to teach the system and the honor. Out in the world today there are

plenty of people who believe that respect and manners in kids and in many adults, can be

hard to find. And, while we do not necessarily consider ourselves to be “champions” of

honor and good manners, we have an obligation to teach our students martial ethics.

The Dojo:

This is the place of “the way” or training hall. More specifically it is the area or space

that has been designated as the “main floor”. During classes, all who cross the

threshold of the main floor must bow and pay respect. Why? Students and instructors

train for hundreds to thousands of hours in the dojo. They sweat and even bleed here.

They face triumph and frustration alike. Comradery is developed in the pursuit of

paving the way for the future of the system as each person achieves their own goals with

hard work, sacrifice and passion. We bow upon entering and leaving to pay respect to

all of these things.

NOTE: If the dojo is not open or there is no class in session, this courtesy may be waived

by the instructor in charge.

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The four walls:

In some dojo, each wall has a name and a purpose. White Tiger only requires the

recognition of two walls in the dojo. These are the Kamiza (top seat) and Shimoza

(lower seat). Whenever possible, the wall designated as the Kamiza should be on the far

side away from the main entrance to the dojo. This is the place reserved for the highest

ranks and special guests. Opposite the Kamiza is the Shimoza where students line up.

The Shimoza is also designated as the place to go when you need to adjust or fix your gi

or belt whenever possible. When it is not practical to do so, face one of the side walls

and only face the Kamiza to tie your belt for a promotion. The primary purpose for

these designations is that in the event the dojo is attacked, the enemy must fight their way

through and possibly be injured and taxed of physical energy by the time they reach the

Kamiza. Along with this tradition is that any challenge made against the chief instructor

is met first by all able bodied students from the lowest rank up.

NOTE: The Kamiza should not be confused with the Japanese word for a Shinto shrine

“Kamidana” which can be found in some of the strictest traditional dojo.

Courtesy bow, salute and hand shake:

- Exchanged only between Kaiso Sensei and members of White Tiger.

NOTE: Instructors and senior students are responsible for making sure that this courtesy

is the FIRST and LAST order of business at the dojo, a tournament, the grocery store or

on the moon, at all times for all students.

Courtesy bow and salute:

- Bowing in and out of class (with Seiza)

- Entering and leaving the dojo main floor

- Between student and instructor for thank you or apology. In most exchanges the

student initiates the courtesy.

- Between “uke” or practice partners.

Any time the phrase “keo sket sensei rae” is announced for the recognized presence of a

black belt that has entered the dojo – NOTE: This courtesy is given only when the black

belt who enters the dojo out ranks ALL other instructors on the main floor at that

moment.

Seiza:

-At the beginning and end of class

-For promotions

-If you are late to class, bow into the dojo and sit in a Seiza position inside and to one

side of the entrance (do not bow) and wait to be invited to class.

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Tournaments and Testing:

When in a competition ring at a tournament or you are being formally tested by your

instructor, White Tiger students are required to follow this guideline:

Your name is announced.

Stand and reply with a loud “Hai”

Turn away, adjust gi, synch your belt knot.

Find the center of the line at the back of the ring.

Bow and pay respect.

Walk or run to the front of the ring and stop at least 3.5 to 4 feet from the judges.

Bow, pay respect and present yourself.

In an authoritative and clear voice, give your name, school, instructor’s name, what you

are going to perform (for testing, you would announce what rank you are testing for and

be examined from that point on) and ask permission to begin.

Bow and pay respect.

Find the spot in the ring to begin your performance.

Bow and pay respect.

Begin your performance.

At the end of your performance, bow and pay respect.

Return to the same place you presented yourself to the judges.

Bow, pay respect and present yourself.

While you are scored – I recommend you do not look at the score.

When you are released from the ring, bow, and pay respect and thank the judges.

Walk backwards to where you entered the ring.

Bow and pay respect.

NOTE: If you have a uke (helping demonstrate self defense for example) they should

stand behind and to the left or right of you when you present yourself. So your uke does

not distract the judges, they should not make eye contact with the judges.

Final Note:

Most of us know that it is not all about passing down traditions. And when you consider

that your instructor is teaching you things that will improve your life and possibly even

save your life someday, is it really such a stretch to understand the “why”?

My days at Red Dragon taught me a lot and indeed helped me to stand out as a Karateka

both at Red Dragon and in Kara-Ho Kempo:

“See each student in the forest.”

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Protect instructors or designate someone to do so

Safe instructor = more training and knowledge for everyone.

Make sure our instructors are treated well

Happy instructor = happy students.

Take ownership

When you train, it should be with a sense of importance and urgency. You must choose

to be a skilled and humble 7th, 8th, 9th Dan or perhaps Grand Master someday now, not

later. No matter how far you get, you and those under you will benefit from it.

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Dojo Rules

1) Always bow in and out of the dojo. Always bow and pay respect to your partner

before and after an exercise.

2) When late for class, bow in, stay in seiza, and wait to be invited to join the class.

3) Always address the head instructor by their title of Kaiso, Sensei or Sempai.

4) Always pay strict attention to the instructor and not to other distractions.

5) Never leave the class for a break, water, or any early dismissal, except with

permission.

6) Students should remove all jewelry before class, for their own safety and that of others.

7) No profanity, drinks, food or gum on the main dojo floor.

8) No shoes on the main dojo floor unless your instructor approves the situation and/or

the shoes to be worn.

9) Practice what you are taught.

10) No sparring without permission (ask an Instructor for permission). Students must

wear full protective equipment.

11) Never lose your temper in the dojo, especially in self defense, or free sparring.

12) Never lean against walls or sit down without your instructors’ approval.

13) Students must always practice good hygiene (clean body and clean gi) and keep their

finger and toenails clipped and clean.

14) No horseplay in the dojo.

15) Do not use the equipment unless authorized by an Instructor.

16) Do not borrow or handle other's equipment or weapons without their permission.

Never handle weapons in the dojo that you have not received formal training in.

17) Never talk during class except to ask or answer questions, or to discuss karate.

18) Do not leave the main dojo floor by yourself to use the restroom or other situation.

19) The highest ranked student present should never allow their instructor to be

unescorted during tournaments, leaving the main dojo floor, or any other martial arts

function or situation.

20) Do not ask to test. Your instructor will always inform you when you are ready.

21) As a sign of respect and responsibility, dues should be paid on time.

22) Always turn away from the head seat of the dojo and other students or instructors

when tying your belt or adjusting your uniform.

23) Always ask permission before working with weapons so that other students will give

you safe space.

24) No student or instructor may participate in another martial program or organization

without the express permission of their chief instructor and the instructor of that program

or organization.

25) Always greet and pay respect to your instructor when you meet them on purpose or

by chance inside and outside the dojo. When leaving a martial arts function of any kind;

find your instructors and pay your respects. All training materials and equipment used in

the dojo must be approved and/or purchased from your instructor. Always check with

your instructor before competing in a martial arts event such as tournaments for guidance.

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Dojo Principles

1. “Grow in the martial arts and in life.” Do this by continuously learning, setting

goals, creating a plan, working hard, staying focused and being supportive of loved ones

and your dojo.

2. “Defend my honor and my principles.” Defend yourself, your loved ones and your

country. Martial arts tournaments and demonstrations are things we participate in to

promote our art. This should not be confused with “revealing our art” which actually

means to defend ourselves or others with force when necessary. Never allow your dojo

or your instructor to be disrespected or harmed in any way.

3. “Never wash my belt or let it touch the floor.” Your belt is a symbol of many

things that include your knowledge, your hard work and the level of rank recognition you

have achieved. Always face away from the front of the dojo and away from other

people when you put your belt on or adjust it. Respect the symbols of your effort.

4. “Bow” Bow when entering and leaving the dojo. If you are late for class, bow into

the dojo and kneel inside and to the right of the entrance. Make a “seiza” bow and wait

to be invited to join the class. Always bow when the highest ranked black belt enters the

main floor of the dojo. Demonstrate your appreciation and respect for their knowledge,

history and skill.

5. “Punctual and Enthusiastic” Tardiness, absenteeism, non-payment or late payment

and minimum effort are signs of disrespect whether you mean it to be or not. Obviously

schedules change or things come up that are out of our control. The wise know that

anything worth doing is worth doing well without excuses or laziness.

6. “Clean and safe” When you attend class or any martial arts function, you should be

hygienically clean and your uniform should be clean and unwrinkled. A plain wedding

band is an acceptable piece of but necklaces, watches, and any type of body piercing can

be dangerous for you as well as those training with you. In some cases a band aid may

be placed over a piercing and you should check with your instructor about this. Do not

touch weapons in the dojo you have been trained to use or that belong to someone else

without their permission.

7. “Salute” (acknowledge) Students will use the proper greeting inside and outside the

dojo regardless of rank, age, gender or any other classification. Instructors of black belt

rank are addressed as “Sensei” and their first name inside and outside the dojo at all times.

Senior students who are given the title of “Sempai” will be addressed the same way.

Black belts should be greeted by offering the right hand with the left hand placed under

your right wirst with your palm facing down for the handshake. When greeting Kaiso

Sensei Charles Buckner; bow, pay respect, and then the handshake. NOTE: We refer to

Sensei Charles Buckner simply as “Kaiso.”

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8. “Respect” Don’t interrupt an instructor who is speaking. Always pay attention in

class and stay focused on what you are doing. Never lean against walls, sit down

(unless instructed to do so) or slouch during class. Small talk and horseplay are not

acceptable or productive during class. You should not be preoccupied with age or

gender when a student above you in rank is teaching you something. Be helpful and

respect those around you at all times. No shoes, food, gum, candy or drinks (other than

water) are allowed on the dojo floor without permission from the instructor. There is no

spitting, cursing or any other disrespectful gestures allowed inside or around the dojo.

You should check with your instructor before participating in martial arts functions

outside of your own dojo.

9. “Communicate” Schedule changes, special events and questions or concerns are a

few of the reasons to maintain good communication with your instructor at all times.

10. “Practice” Create and stick to a regular schedule you can use at home that is

realistic and easy to follow. This will ensure that your skills improve and training

classes will serve their purpose which is to teach you more to practice.

As a martial artist, wherever you go, your art is with you. Show humility and self

respect and people will be drawn to respect you. Serve your dojo and instructors with

loyalty, honor, and integrity out of respect for those who have trained in the past, train

today and those who will train under you in the future. Never allow despair or obstacles

to stop you from achieving your goals. The only limits you have are the ones you create

for yourself. Always remember, the only failure is in quitting.

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Terminology

Hai: “heye” Yes or I agree.

Bushido: “boo-shee-doh” The Way of The Warrior.

Dan: “don” Black Belt Degree/Rank.

Dojo: “doh-joh” Training Hall or Place of The Way.

Gi: “ghee” Training Uniform.

Hajime: “ha’juh-may” Begin.

Yame: “ya-may” Stop.

Kaiso: “keye-so” Founder.

Kata: “ka-ta” A Form or Combination of several techniques put into presentation form.

Ki-ai: “kee-i” The release or explosion of “Ki” energy to execute a technique and also

upset an opponent.

Ki Energy: “kee“ Internal Energy.

Kyu: “cue” Junior (colored belt) rank

Sempai: “sem-pie” Senior or Ranking Student.

Sensei: “sen-say” Teacher.

Seiza: “say-za” Formal kneeling bow.

“Keo Sket, Sensei, Rey” Means: “Attention, Instructor, Bow”

Creed (Our shared statement of martial belief.)

“The Martial Way Is My Path

Along This Path I Train To Unite My Mind And My Body

Never Revealing My Art

Unless I am Forced To Defend My Honor Or My Principles

WHITE TIGER!”

Ki Principles

1 - Keep One Point

2 - Total Relaxation

3 - Weight Under-side

4 - Extend Ki

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RANK REQUIREMENTS

HACHIKYU (8TH GRADE - MASTER WHITE BELT)

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Recite the dojo creed

Recite the dojo principles 1-5

SALUTATIONS

Bow

General Salutation

Kneel (no bow)

Kneeling bow (Seiza)

GENERAL

Tie your belt

Warm up

Stretching

Uki training - roll and break-fall

BLOCKS

45 degree outward block

Downward block

Outward block

Inward block

Check knee block

HAND STRIKES

Basic punch

Ridge hand

Vertical punch

Chop

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STANCES

Attention stance

Ready stance

T-stance

Horse stance

Back stance

Long forward stance

Fighting stance

KICKS

Front thrust kick

Front snap kick

Side thrust kick

Side snap kick

Back thrust kick

Back snap kick

ONE STEP SPARRING

Back Knuckle

Reverse Punch

1,2 Basic Punches

Roundhouse Kick

Front Snap Kick

Side Snap Kick

(These kicks can be used two different ways for point sparring. 1- Delivered from the

check knee block to the target or 2- picking the foot up from the ground straight to the

target area.)

KATA

Hajime

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SHICHIKYU (7TH GRADE - MASTER ORANGE BELT)

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Recite the dojo principles 1-10

EXERCISES

Isometric tension

Breathing

Ki Principles and Exercises 1-4

OPEN HAND STRIKES

Monkey Knuckle

Knuckle Point Grab

Ox Jaw

Rake (over and under)

Back Knuckle

Spear Finger

Spear Hand

STANCES

Half cat stance

Full Cat

Reverse Cat

Scissor

KICKS

Outside crescent kick

Inside crescent kick

3/4 crescent kick

Ax kick

Heel Stomp

Cross Stomp

Outward Stomp

Knee Hook

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SPARRING

Footwork (Hopping and Feinting)

Switching Stances

Open VS Open and Open VS Closed

Overhead Chop

Overhead Ridge Hand

3/4 Crescent

KATA

Seven Hundred Stone Steps 1 - 7

The requirements listed below are the options instructors have to choose from for each

individual student for competition or traditional practice.

Snake Kata

Tora-Bo Techniques (combat)

Tora-Bo Kata (tournament competition)

ROKYU (6TH GRADE - MASTER BLUE BELT)

FIRST AID

Injury Response

BLOCKS

Parry or Side Step

STRIKES

Knee Strike

Elbow Strikes (Horizontal, Vertical and Downward)

KICKS

Jump Spinning Outside Crescent

Jump Spinning Hook

Hook

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Step Up Hook

Cross-Over Side Thrust

Spinning Hook 180

Spinning Hook 360

SWEEPS

Boot to Boot

Boot to Boot Pull

Double Crescent from a squat

TAKEDOWNS

Hip Throw - Grab the head or around the back.

Shoulder Throw - Grab the same side shoulder.

Scissor Takedown - Scissor the legs and torso.

SPARRING

Continuous Sparring

2 minutes of continuous sparring in succession with all available examiners. "Available

examiners" includes any student who out ranks the student being tested and is chosen by

the instructor in charge of the test.

KATA

Lightning (1st half)

GOKYU (5TH GRADE - 3RD DEGREE GREEN BELT)

KICKS

Spinning Back Kick

Jump Spinning Back Kick

Layout Kick

Flying Side Kick

The requirements listed below are the options instructors have to choose from for each

individual student for competition or traditional practice.

KATA

Lightning (2nd half)

Tiger’s Awakening

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YONKYU (4TH GRADE - MASTER GREEN BELT)

BREAKING

Merging Ki Principals and Breaking Techniques

Break 1 wood board with the hand

Break 1 cement block with the elbow

The requirements listed below are the options instructors have to choose from for each

individual student for competition or traditional practice.

WEAPON

Tora Sai Kata (competition)

Tora Sai Techniques (combat)

LINE TECHNIQUES

1 and 2

SANKYU (3RD CLASS BROWN BELT)

FIRST RESPONSE

First Aid/CPR Certification

KATA

Creative Kata

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NIKYU (2ND CLASS BROWN BELT)

SELF DEFENSE

Multiple Attacker Defense Techniques

BALISONG

Introductory Manipulation Techniques

IKKYU (MASTER BROWN BELT)

MARTIAL ARTS THESIS

The history of the martial arts

Your dojo and instructor’s history

Your future in White Tiger

Your thesis must cover these three topics and may be three pages or thirty pages with or

without pictures.

LINE TECHNIQUES

3 - 5

SHODAN (1ST DEGREE BLACK BELT) Requires age 18, 120 teaching hours and

896 training/practice hours.

KATA

Tora Balisong

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AIKIDO

Tai Sabaki (Basic Movement)

Hanmi - Fighting stance

Irimi - Step forward

Tenkan - Pivot hips and step

Kaiten - Pivot

NIDAN (2ND DEGREE BLACK BELT)

KATA

Satori (1st half)

Aikido Deflections & Parries

Aikido Uke Nagashi Irimi

Aikido Uke Nagashi Tenkan

Atemi Waza - Aikido Striking Techniques

Aikido Aigamae-ate - Matching Stances Strike

Aikido Gedan-ate - Low Strike

Aikido Gyakugamae-ate - Opposing Stances Strike

Aikido Shomen-ate - Forward Strike To Head

Aikido Ushiro-ate - Rear Strike

SANDAN (3RD DEGREE BLACK BELT)

KATA

Satori (2nd half)

Seven Hundred Stone Steps

Advanced Set 8 - 12

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Additional Qualifications - One or more of the following:

College course credits (2 years minimum)

Military service

Law enforcement or EMS service

Community outreach

Career advancement

Operation of a dojo or service on the advisory board

Tournament promotion

Authorship o noteworthy physical achievement

Special recognition (license or certification in a trade/skill, career or public contribution)

YONDAN (4TH DEGREE BLACK BELT)

Aikido Ushiro Waza - Defenses Against Rear Attacks

Aikido Ushiro Tekubi Tori Ikkyo - Defense Against Double Wrist Rear Grab

Aikido Ushiro Tekubi Tori Nikyo - Defense Against Double Wrist Rear Grab

Aikido Ushiro Tekubi Tori Sankyo - Defense Against Double Wrist Rear Grab

Aikido Ushiro Tekubi Tori Kokyunage - Defense Against Double Wrist Rear Grab

Aikido Ushiro Tekubi Tori Kotegaeshi - Defense Against Double Wrist Rear Grab

Aikido Ushiro Tekubi Tori Sayunage - Defense Against Double Wrist Rear Grab

Additional Qualifications - One or more of the following:

College course credits (2 years minimum)

Military service

Law enforcement or EMS service

Community outreach

Career advancement

Operation of a dojo or service on the advisory board

Tournament promotion

Authorship o noteworthy physical achievement

Special recognition (license or certification in a trade/skill, career or public contribution)

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GODAN (5TH DEGREE BLACK BELT)

KATANA

Drawing

Cutting

Sheathing

KEMPO SELF DEFENSE

Basic Set 1 - 5

Additional Qualifications - One or more of the following:

College course credits (2 years minimum)

Military service

Law enforcement or EMS service

Community outreach

Career advancement

Operation of a dojo or service on the advisory board

Tournament promotion

Authorship o noteworthy physical achievement

Special recognition (license or certification in a trade/skill, career or public contribution)

ROKUDAN (6TH DEGREE BLACK BELT)

Defenses Against Kicks

Aikido Defenses Against Front Kicks such as Irimi-Nage, Sayu-Nage, etc.

Aikido Defenses Against Roundhouse Kicks such as Nikyo, etc.

Aikido Defenses Against Side Kicks such as Kubishime, Tenkan, etc.

Aikido Defenses Against Spinning Kicks such as Irimi-Nage, Kubishime, etc.

Weapon Defenses

Aikido Jo Dori - Defenses Against A Jo (Short Staff)

Aikido Tachi Dori - Defense Against A Bokken (Sword)

Aikido Tanto Dori - Defenses Against Knife Attacks

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Additional Qualifications - One or more of the following:

College course credits (2 years minimum)

Military service

Law enforcement or EMS service

Community outreach

Career advancement

Operation of a dojo or service on the advisory board

Tournament promotion

Authorship o noteworthy physical achievement

Special recognition (license or certification in a trade/skill, career or public contribution)

SHICHIDAN (7TH DEGREE BLACK BELT)

KEMPO SELF DEFENSE

Advanced Set 1 - 5

Additional Qualifications - One or more of the following:

College course credits (2 years minimum)

Military service

Law enforcement or EMS service

Community outreach

Career advancement

Operation of a dojo or service on the advisory board

Tournament promotion

Authorship o noteworthy physical achievement

Special recognition (license or certification in a trade/skill, career or public contribution)

Nage Waza - Aikido Throws

Aikido Irimi Nage - Entering Throw

Aikido Juji Nage - Arms Crossed Throw

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Aikido Kaiten Nage - Wheel Throw

Aikido Kokyu Nage - Breath Throw

Aikido Koshi Nage - Hip Throw

Aikido Shiho Nage - Four Corner Throw

Aikido Tenchi Nage - Heaven And Earth Throw

Aikido Ude Kime Nage - Arm Extension Throw

Additional Qualifications - One or more of the following:

College course credits (2 years minimum)

Military service

Law enforcement or EMS service

Community outreach

Career advancement

Operation of a dojo or service on the advisory board

Tournament promotion

Authorship o noteworthy physical achievement

Special recognition (license or certification in a trade/skill, career or public contribution)

KUDAN (9TH DEGREE BLACK BELT)

Additional Qualifications - One or more of the following:

College course credits (2 years minimum)

Military service

Law enforcement or EMS service

Community outreach

Career advancement

Operation of a dojo or service on the advisory board

Tournament promotion

Authorship o noteworthy physical achievement

Special recognition (license or certification in a trade/skill, career or public contribution)

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JUDAN (10TH DEGREE BLACK BELT)

Additional Qualifications - One or more of the following:

College course credits (2 years minimum)

Military service

Law enforcement or EMS service

Community outreach

Career advancement

Operation of a dojo or service on the advisory board

Tournament promotion

Authorship o noteworthy physical achievement

Special recognition (license or certification in a trade/skill, career or public contribution)

ADDITIONAL MATERIAL

WHITE TIGER SELF DEFENSE

Sets 1 - 6

KEMPO SELF DEFENSE

Beginner set 1 - 5 (For Master Green Belt and above)

Advanced set 1 - 5 (For Nidan and above)

LINE TECHNIQUES

Lines 1 - 5

SEVEN HUNDRED STONE STEPS

Beginner set 1 - 7

Advanced Set 8 - 12 (For Sandan and above)

WEAPON KATA

Single Nunchaku

Double Nunchaku (For Blue Belt and above)

Kama (For Sandan and above)