Student Manual Revision Dated 4-29-2012

Christian Soldiers™ Mission Statement: “Our goal is to help families grow

strong in body while becoming more grounded in the

Word of God.”

The Martial Arts have been evolving over the last fifty years. The origins from

China, Japan, Okinawa, and Korea have historically been linked to Asian

philosophies and religions. The Christian Soldiers™ Program teaches “American

Karate” and we are proud to combine and intertwine the study of God’s word, the

Bible in all that we do.

The program was created as an outreach ministry for the Christian church. It is a

dynamic way for the church to interact with their community and share the word of

God. We do not endorse any particular denomination.

In this day and age, there is a misconception about what “real” strength is, and

where it comes from. We believe that real strength comes from knowing Jesus and

establishing a relationship with Him, incorporating His precepts and principles in

our lives. Real strength, inner strength, enables us to weather the storms that

surround us. We believe that God desires to see His people whole in mind, body

and spirit. While the body is strengthened through exercise and the development

of self-defense skills, the mind will be filled with the word of God.

We at Christian Soldiers™ believe strongly in this outreach program and have seen

on numerous occasions what it can accomplish.

Our Founder, J. Pat Burleson is a Fort Worth native who has enjoyed a martial arts

career that spans over 50 years. He started out as a boxer and became a boxing

champion before he began his journey in the martial arts. He was the first U.S.

National Karate Champion and has instructed major celebrities, performed in

television, and films, and conducted motivational seminars. Even with all that,

what you will notice, first, is that he loves the Lord. He believes that God’s word,

the Bible, is the cornerstone of a successful family. The Christian Soldiers™

program has a dual emphasis on Bible study and self-defense with the goal of

developing strong faith and strong bodies for Christ.

Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.

Proverbs 22:6

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Welcome

to

Christian Soldiers™

Dear Student,

Congratulations on joining Christian Soldiers™. This is your Student Manual.

Please take care of it. We strongly encourage you to keep it and all your

paperwork in a three ring binder.

This will become your record of Martial Arts training and contains the

requirements for advancement all the way to Black Belt. There is a breakdown of

the curriculum and much more:

Student Creed

Bible Study Requirement Sign-off Sheets

Red Stripe Achievement forms

Tournament Rules

Testing Requirements for each Belt Rank

Testing Forms for Green – Black Belt

Tournament, Seminar, etc Participation Log

You will be required to present your manual at designated belt tests, so be sure it’s

neat and kept safe. We appreciate you taking the responsibility of maintaining

your Student Manual and the dedication to your Martial Arts. You are an

incredible individual!

Sincerely,

J. Pat Burleson

Christian Soldiers™

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Table of Contents

Terminology Used ……………………………………………… 4

Dress Code ……………………………………………… 5

Let’s Line Up ……………………………………………… 6

General Class Etiquette ……………………………………………… 7

Advancement ……………………………………………… 8

Stripes ……………………………………………… 10

Character Building ……………………………………………… 11

Basics ……………………………………………… 12

Stances ……………………………………………… 12

Punches ……………………………………………… 12

Blocks ……………………………………………… 12

Kicks ……………………………………………… 13

Kata ……………………………………………… 14

Kam-Sah ……………………………………………… 15

Self-Defense ……………………………………………… 16

Public Speaking ……………………………………………… 17

Student Creed ……………………………………………… 17

Sparring ……………………………………………… 18

Sparring Safety Gear ……………………………………………… 19

Board Breaking ……………………………………………… 20

Teaching Requirements ……………………………………………… 21

Tournaments ……………………………………………… 22

Field Day ……………………………………………… 22

Self-Defense ……………………………………………… 23

Kata ……………………………………………… 23

Point Sparring ……………………………………………… 24

Team Sparring ……………………………………………… 25

Detailed Belt Requirements …………………………………………... 26

Forms located in the back of your manual

Y.E.S. Program Evaluation Form 37

Y.E.S. Program Teacher Evaluation Form 38

Christian Soldiers™ Red Stripe Achievement Form 39

Bible Study Sign-Off Forms 40

Test Forms 44

Seminars, Tournaments, Demonstration Record 51

Teaching Hours Log 52

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Terminology Used

The American Karate System as developed by Grandmaster J. Pat Burleson

consists of techniques and elements from a broad range of martial arts styles. The

term “Karate” is Japanese and means open hand. Our American Karate has

incorporated many techniques and forms from “Tae Kwon Do,” which means to

kick or mash with feet or hands in Korean.

Korean commands used during our classes:

Chario (Attention) – Stand up straight without moving, heels together with

arms and hands at your sides, looking straight ahead. The right foot is stationary.

Shio (At Ease) – Both hands are behind your lower back. Relax with feet

shoulder width apart. From Chario, you move the left foot out.

Kyungee (Bow) – Eyes are looking straight ahead or at the individual you are

bowing to. Bow 45 degrees at the hip.

Shejak (Begin) – Command to start training.

Joonbee (Ready) – Stance at the beginning or conclusion of formal training

and katas. Feet are shoulder width apart, fists presented in front or the hips.

Goman (End) - Command to conclude formal training at the end of a kata or

technique and resume the Joonbee stance.

Japanese terms used in our classes:

Dojo The place of training

Gi Your karate uniform

Kata (Form) – Choreographed martial arts routine that builds concentration

through imagery and physical training.

Kiai A shout from the pit of the stomach.

“there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every

nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne…”

Revelation 7:9

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Dress Code

All participants wear a traditional white gi (uniform) with the Christian Soldiers™

Logo on the back. It should be clean and neat at all times, as a sign of respect to

the art, your instructor and fellow students.

Brown belts and above may wear different color uniforms and students who

demonstrate commitment to the program and with the approval of their instructor

may wear red or blue gis.

The traditional white uniform must be worn at all formal testing events. No

Exceptions. White symbolizes purity and that we are all fundamentally the same.

Pants should be hemmed or cuffed so they do not cover the top of your foot. The

gi jacket sleeves may be rolled up and should not cover your wrist.

Instructors may allow you to remove gi jackets and wear t-shirts when it’s hot.

Belts are to be worn and tied in a square knot with the arrow pointing to the

wearer’s right, stripes will be on the wearer’s left.

Students who do not have the appropriate uniform will be last in the line up.

He who overcomes shall be clothed in white garments, and I will not blot out his

name from the Book of Life; but I will confess his name before My Father and

before His angels.

Revelation 3:5

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Let’s Line Up

You will be called to “Line Up” at the beginning and end of each class. The Line

Up is determined as follows:

1. Rank - The highest belt rank is on the left. If there is more than one row,

the highest belt rank is in the back row on the left.

2. Stripes - If you are the same belt rank, those with blue stripes are to the left of

those with red and white stripes only and the student with red and

white stripes is to the left of those with only a red stripe. Any other

stripes do not apply to the line up position.

3. Height - All else being equal the taller student will be on the left.

There is no talking. You should be in the Shio position ready for class to begin.

The instructor will ask the ranking student to call the class to attention with the

command “Chario.” At the beginning and end of each class the response will be

“In Jesus Name!” The ranking student will give the command “Kyungee” which is

a bow of respect between instructors and students and you will respond “Yes Sir or

Maam”. The instructor will then give the command “Shio” and your response is

“Yes Sir or Maam.”

a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order.

Proverbs 28:2

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General Class Ettiquette

The Customary Bow, Kyungee:

All Black belts and instructors as a form of respect

Address all instructors and staff as Sir / Ma’am or Mr. / Ms.

As you enter or exit the dojo or place of training mat area.

Respond to your instructor in a loud, clear voice and always with respect. If you

have question, raise your hand and wait to be addressed.

Never contradict or correct your instructor while on the mat. Discuss the issue

privately after class.

Do not offer instruction to other students unless asked to do so by your instructor.

Excellent behavior is expected at all times.

No profanity or horseplay.

Do not leave the mat area during class unless instructed to do so.

Speak to your parents and other adults with respect.

Class starts on time, so please be early and ready to participate.

No jewelry and hair should be secured back.

No food or gum in the training area.

No shoes on the mat or training area.

Spectators are always welcome during class sessions and we welcome applause.

Please remove crying siblings during class sessions.

Show proper respect to everyone: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God,

1 Peter 2:17

live self-controlled, upright and godly lives

Titus 2:12

Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business and to work

with your hands, just as we told you, so that your daily life may win the respect of

outsiders

1 Thessalonians 4:11-12

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Advancement

Advancement testing and credentials are provided through the World Martial Arts

Ranking Association (WMARA). Only WMARA credentials will be recognized.

Christian Soldiers™ differs from secular programs because we include Bible study

as a requirement for advancement. Every student should strive to develop the

qualities mentioned in 2 Peter. Make every effort to add to your faith

goodness; Look for the good in all things.

and to goodness, knowledge; Learn all you can.

and to knowledge, self-control; Never lose your temper.

and to self-control, perseverance; Never give up.

and to perseverance, godliness; Strive to be like Christ.

and to godliness, brotherly kindness; Never be a bully or a braggart.

and to brotherly kindness, love. Show respect and courtesy to all.

Curriculum requirements include:

Character Building – you will complete character requirements for each belt.

for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be strong in character and

ready for anything. James 1:4

Bible Study – you will recite a memory verse and complete a worksheet for each

book of the Bible. You are also required to attend the class Bible study.

I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.

Psalms 119:11

Basics - the fundamental techniques you will be build upon as you progress.

God's solid foundation stands firm 2 Timothy 2:19

Kata – the traditional formal routines you will perfect.

I don't mean to say I am perfect. I haven't learned all I should even yet, but I keep

working toward that day when I will finally be all that Christ saved me for and

wants me to be. Phillipians 3:12

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Self-Defense – you will learn to protect yourself and escape from danger.

I will fear no evil, for you are with me; Psalm 23:4

Public Speaking – you will present Bible verses of your choice at each belt test,

the Student Creed for green, verbal presentations for red-black and black belt tests.

So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void,

Isaiah 55:11

Sparring – the training method to improve your techniques by testing them against

someone else’s techniques.

As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another. Proverbs 27:17

Board Breaking – to build self-confidence, it is a physical demonstration of

accuracy, speed and power to measure your progress in Karate.

and a gentle tongue can break a bone. Proverbs 25:15

Detailed requirements for each belt level are contained in a following section.

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Stripes

You will be recognized and receive stripes on your belt when you complete

character building and Bible study requirements and tournament participation.

All requirements must be completed at least two weeks prior to your test date.

You will receive a Red Stripe when you complete the Youth Enrichment Skills

(Yes™) program or character achievement form. You must have a Red stripe

before any other stripe is awarded.

You will receive a White Stripe when you complete the required Bible study and

memory verses for the next belt rank.

You will receive a Blue Stripe when your instructor feels you are ready to test for

the next belt level. Never ask to be striped or tested.

You will receive a Yellow Stripe when you compete in a Christian Soldiers™

tournament. Try to compete at least twice per calendar year.

Yin-Yang is a Chinese symbol used to represent contrasts and balance in Karate.

It is not a religious symbol.

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Character Building

We place great emphasis on character building in Christian Soldiers™ Karate,

where you will develop and improve self-discipline, self-confidence and your

respect for others.

It is your responsibility to put forth the effort and practice the highest standard of

good character at all times. You will document character achievement at each belt

level in order to advance.

There are several methods you may choose from. The first is used typically for

younger students and is based on the YES™ program for character building skills.

Parents or partners take an active role to observe you, then complete and return the

evaluation form. Your parent or partner will determine the tasks and each task

should be done for at least a full week in order to earn points. You must earn at

least 12 points.

There is an optional form that your teacher may be asked to complete as well. Your

parent or partner will decide when you have demonstrated self-discipline and are

eligible to receive the Red Stripe.

Adult students typically use the Christian Soldiers™ Red Stripe Achievement

form. It is self-explanatory and your instructor will determine your eligibility for

the Red Stripe. These are valuable tools that we encourage you to use.

“He will give eternal life to those who persist in doing what is good, seeking after

the glory and honor and immortality that God offers.”

Romans 2:7

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Basics

The basics are your fundamental techniques that you will build on as you progress

at each belt level.

Stances:

The Horse Stance is also called the straddle-leg stance. One foot slides out

smoothly to the side in a straight line until both feet are double shoulder’s width

apart.

The Back Stance will be to one side or the other with your torso facing forward.

Your feet will form an “L” with most of the body weight resting on the rear leg.

You should be able to lift the front leg off the floor without losing balance.

Punches:

For your Front Punch open your hand with your fingers fully extended and

together. Now curl your fingers by bending at the middle joint, so that your fingers

meet the top of your palm. Bend your knuckles to curl the fingers toward the heel

of your palm. Lay your thumb over your fore and middle fingers. Keep your wrist

straight and strike with your fore and middle knuckles.

The Back Punch is similar to the Front Punch, but with the trailing hand and

torque motion from the hips.

Blocks:

For the Chop Block you will open your hand, as if you’ve placed it palm-down on

a desk with your fingers together. Bend and tuck your thumb completely under

your palm. Tense your hand, and starting from your opposite ear, strike coming

out across your body at a 45 degree angle, with your palm facing your body. Just

before coming in contact with the opponent, rotate your hand counter-clockwise in

a snapping motion, ending with your palm facing your opponent. The striking

surface is the outer blade or your forearm. The snapping motion at the end of the

strike will increase the power of your block.

For the Cross Block you will cross your hands at the wrists in front of the body

with fingers outstretched and palm up, thrust both hands slightly forward and up.

Wrists are straight and strong to stop a blow from above.

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Kicks:

The Front Snap Kick is done by facing your opponent, raise the kicking leg with

your knee pointing at your opponent. Then kick out with the foot in a snapping

motion only using the ball of the foot, keeping the toes bent backwards and out of

harms way.

The Side Kick is executed with the opponent at your side, raise the kicking leg with

your knee pointing in front of you, lift your foot parallel to your knee and toward

your opponent. Then kick out with the foot in a snapping motion, using your heel

as the primary striking surface.

The Round Kick begins by bringing the knee around, with leg bent, in an arching

motion. Just before reaching the target, the foot snaps out horizontally using the

top of the foot as the striking surface.

Tips on Kicking

Take aim. Know where your opponent is and hit your target.

Relax. Don’t tense up your shoulders and arms.

Breathe. Holding your breath will interfere with balance and control.

Torque. Use your hips, that’s how you generate power.

Bend your standing leg. This is your shock absorber.

for the LORD will be your confidence

and will keep your foot from being snared.

Proverbs 3:26

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Kata

Katas are essentially routines with a theme where you defend yourself from

multiple imaginary opponents.

Katas have been handed down from generation to generation. Many of them were

created by people who actually had to defend themselves against repeated violent

attacks, and it would be hard to duplicate that experience today. In fact, until the

twentieth century, free sparring as we know it did not exist. Kata was the only

means masters had to transfer the essence of Karate and their interpretation of the

art to their students. The katas you will learn are primarily of Korean origin.

Kata is where you prefect your technique, balance, movement, breathing, timing

and focus. It is a very important part of your Karate training because you can learn

basics and sparring from kata, but you can’t learn kata from basics and sparring.

You will be taught kata when you have learned the required formal movements.

Kam-Sah is your first kata and it means gratitude and respect. It is not used in

competition other than Field Day

Toe-san is taught after attaining your purple belt. It is a series of techniques

designed to defend against multiple attacks and named for the Korean patriot Ah

Chang-Ho.

Yul-Gok is taught after attaining your brown belt. It includes tension blocks and

breathing. Yul-Gok represents a learned person and is named for the Korean

scholar and Philosopher Yi I.

Bas-Sai is taught after attaining your red belt. Bas-Sai means breaking into the

fortress and has Japanese origins.

All katas must be perfected and formally cleared before advancing to black belt.

There are three optional katas, Won-Hyo, Hwa-Rang, Chung-Mu, that may be

performed at competitions.

whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever

is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think

about such things. Whatever you have learned … put it into practice.

Phillipians 4:8-9

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Kam-Sah means gratitude and respect.

Normally the entire class will perform as a group as it is called out in 10 counts by

your instructor.

Movement Imagery

1. Cross Block, left foot out. You see an attack coming from the

front with a crashing blow.

2. Look left, fold left hand for Chop Block You see an opponent attacking on

your left side.

3. Step to Back Stance, Chop Block You block the incoming attack.

4. Back punch, left hand stays in place. You counter and protect your head

from attack from the side.

5. Look right, fold right hand for Chop You see an opponent attacking from

Block, adjust right foot. your right side.

6. Step to Back Stance, Chop Block You block the incoming attack.

7. Back punch, right hand stays in place. You counter and protect your head.

8. Look to the front, adjust your right foot, You see an opponent attacking from

chamber your fists and Cross Block. the front with a crashing blow.

9. Chario – attention position

10. Kyungee – you respond “Thank you sir or ma’am”

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another

with all wisdom, … with gratitude in your hearts to God.

Colossians 3:16

But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer

to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this

with gentleness and respect,

1 Peter 3:15

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Self-Defense

Self-defense is a very important aspect of Karate training and you will learn how to

protect yourself from danger. Consider what we are taught in Proverbs 2:11-12

Discretion will protect you, and understanding will guard you. Wisdom will save

you from the ways of wicked men… Based on scripture you must be aware of your

surroundings (discretion), think quickly (understand) and be prepared (guard).

Our first line of defense is always to get away from the threat.

Avoid it, do not travel on it; turn from it and go on your way. Proverbs 4:15

If you can’t get away then shout as loud as you can for help.

Does not wisdom call out? Does not understanding raise her voice?

Proverbs 8:1

Ask for help from a policeman, fireman, teacher or babysitter.

Counsel and sound judgment are mine; I have understanding and power.

Proverbs 8:14

Think and stay calm.

The lips of the righteous know what is fitting… Proverbs 10:32

Your last resort is to defend yourself.

in humility correcting those who are in opposition… 2 Timothy 2:25

You will learn techniques, at each belt level, to free yourself from grabs and holds

by working against an attacker’s power and vulnerable points.

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Public Speaking

Public speaking is the number one fear in America. Death is the second. John 3:16

assures us that we have no need to fear death "For God so loved the world that he

gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have

eternal life.”

You’ll have the opportunity to speak and pray in a safe and nurturing environment.

As you gain self-confidence you will be able to speak the word of God boldly.

Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold. 2 Corinthians 3:12

The Student Creed should always be recited in a strong, confident voice. The last

line should always be followed with Sir or Ma’am.

STUDENT CREED

To build true confidence

through knowledge in the mind,

Jesus in the heart

and strength in the body.

To keep friendship with one another

and to build a strong community.

Never fight to achieve selfish ends,

But to develop might for right!

do not worry about what to say or how to say it. At that time you will be given what

to say, for it will not be you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father speaking

through you.

Matthew 10:19-20

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Sparring

You may only participate in sparring if you have the proper safety gear.

Sparring is not fighting. It is practice for fighting. Your sparring partner is not

your enemy. They are someone who is trying to improve themselves and their

techniques, just like you are. Always bow and show respect to your partner before

beginning any exercise.

The introduction of rhythm sparring teaches offensive and defensive combinations,

develops your reflexes and prepares you for free sparring. Initially there is no

contact. You will execute three offensive techniques while your partner is simply

moving away. Then your partner will execute three techniques while you move

away. This should be done without hesitation in a steady rhythm.

Before you can make contact you must first find your range, how close you need to

be in order to hit your target. After you find your range, you will start punching a

target. If you have good form and technique you will have good power. When you

are punching a target you can use power, but when you are punching a person you

must learn to control that power.

Your instructor will show you how to control or pull your punches and kicks.

They mean the same thing. You must pull back before you exert your full force.

In half counter sparring your partner should always know exactly what you’re

going to do and when. Surprise hurts! You call out what you want your partner to

do and then defend and counter. For example, you call out, “front punch” they will

execute a front punch and you will block it and counter with a back punch.

When you have demonstrated control you instructor may allow you to free spar.

Free sparring develops your sense of distance and timing. You’ll learn to control

your feelings and emotions to focus and think under pressure.

Only light to medium contact is allowed to the upper body.

Only light contact is allowed to the head and groin areas.

Face contact is not permitted until the Brown Belt level.

For students 35 years or older requirements are reduced by 50 percent.

If you cannot control your anger, you are as helpless as a city without walls, open

to attack. Proverbs 25:28

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Sparring Safety Gear Requirements

Sparring gear is required when a student reaches the rank of Gold Belt.

Safety comes first and protection is required to minimize the risk of injury to all

students. You must wear the gear listed as a minimum for any sparring activity:

Foam head protection with or without face guard

Foam hand and feet protection

Mouth piece

Athletic Cup for males

We strongly encourage chest, shin and arm protection. Bruises are inevitable, but

most of us have to go to work or school the next day.

but whoever listens to me will live in safety and be at ease, without fear of harm."

Proverbs 1:33

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Board Breaking

You can’t strike your practice partner with full power; that would cause injuries.

So boards are used.

Board Breaking actually has three purposes:

to demonstrate power – Breaking a one inch thick board is equivalent

breaking a person’s rib.

to demonstrate proper technique – A board won’t break unless your

technique is correctly applied.

to discipline the mind – It is a mental challenge more than a physical one

and boosts your self-confidence.

Do not attempt to break boards without instructor supervision.

You can practice target kicking and punching on a heavy bag. The heavy bag

doesn’t move with your kick or punch the way a sparring partner does. It just

hangs there. If you hit it hard, you might bounce off. This helps you learn to keep

yourself solid while you’re kicking and punching. You must kick the heavy bag

with accuracy and power to move it, instead of it moving you.

Therefore I run thus: not with uncertainty. Thus I fight: not as one who beats the

air. But I discipline my body and bring it into subjection, lest, when I have

preached to others, I myself should become disqualified.

1 Corinthians 9:26-27

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Teaching Requirements

Every student should do their best and strive to be a benefit to others. There is a

200 hour minimum teaching requirement in order to advance to the Black Belt

level. That does not mean that you wait until you’re a Red Belt to start teaching.

Nor does it mean you must become a certified instructor.

You may fill this requirement by assisting your instructor or other class instructors.

You may only assist when cleared to do so by the instructor.

It is your responsibility to keep track of your hours and document them on the

Teaching Hours Log. Don’t procrastinate. If you have a problem let your

instructor know and arrangements can be made with other classes or whatever may

be necessary.

And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been given to Me in

heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing

them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them

to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always,

even to the end of the age." Amen.

Matthew 28:18-20

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Tournaments

Tournaments provide a positive and exciting format to test your skills. You have

the opportunity to grow spiritually and develop confidence in a safe environment.

You will earn points for your performance and participation. The highest point

totals in each division receive awards at the end of year banquet.

Each student is encouraged to compete in at least two tournaments per year. There

are four competitions: Field Day, Self-Defense, Kata, and Sparring

Field Day Competition – White Belt through Gold Belts

White Belt: 1. Public Speaking: Judges my name is …. My style is American

Karate, I represent… May I have your permission to begin sir/maam?

The judge will respond and you will recite a Bible verse (you may

explain what it means to you and why you chose it). Be confident.

2. Perform Kam-Sah. Beginners Basics- Kicks and punches.

Remember attitude. Execute these like you mean it!

3. Beginners Self-Defense and once again..... ATTITUDE.!!!!!!

Yellow Belt:1. Public Speaking (same as White Belt)

2. Perform Kam-Sah and Gold belt 6 count

3. Gold belt self-defense

Gold Belt: 1. Public Speaking (same as White Belt)

2. Perform Kam-Sah and Orange belt 6 count

3. Orange belt self-defense

This is may be your first opportunity to speak in public. It’s natural to be nervous,

but you will be surrounded by fellow believers and instructors who all want to see

you succeed. You will receive a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place. The judges will rate your

effort and attitude.

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Self-Defense Competition

Beginners: White through Orange Belts

1. Public Speaking, Bible Verse

2. Defend from a bully "Give me your money!"

3. Defend from a front choke attack

Intermediate: Green through Purple Belts

1. Public Speaking, Bible Verse

2. Defend from rear bear grab

3. Defend from a knife attack

Advanced: Brown Belts and above

1. Public Speaking Bible Verse

2. Rear choke attack

3. Defend from a gun attack

You may defend any way you choose with agreement of your attacker

Competitors will be scored on public speaking, attitude and effectiveness.

Kata

You will introduce yourself, indicate which kata you will perform and request

permission to begin, recite your Bible verse and begin. You may perform any

traditional kata, Kam-Sah is not eligible. You will be scored on focus, attitude and

technique.

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Point Sparring is open to all belt levels with instructor approval. There is

ABSOLUTELY NO EXCESSIVE CONTACT! Both aggressor and defender are

equally responsible. If you charge your opponent while they are kicking, you

could cause excessive contact on yourself, so be aware and be safe. Remember

that your opponent is your brother or sister in Christ. Exemplary sportsmanship is

expected and reflects of your character. Always show respect.

The Match will last two minutes:

Always obey the Official’s commands quickly.

You will be called to step into the ring on the line designated.

You will be instructed to bow to each other and the Official.

Tap Gloves (This is a gesture of good sportsmanship)

Return to the line and assume your fighting position

Should an injury occur, you will take a knee and wait for instructions.

We make every attempt to match belt levels. It depends on the number of

competitors. Points are adjusted when belt levels do not match. One point per

rank difference is added to lower belt score at the end of the match.

Scoring:

You score points by landing hand or foot techniques to a legal target area.

Hand techniques earn one point and foot techniques earn two points.

The Official will stop the match to make point calls. Never dispute a call.

The person with the most points after all adjustments is the winner.

Fouls:

Illegal Strike

Strike to an Illegal area

Stepping out of the ring area

Adjustments:

One point is added per rank difference to the lower belts score.

When a person leads by five points or more the match is ended.

A foul results in a point for your opponent.

Test me, O LORD, and try me, examine my heart and my mind;

for your love is ever before me, and I walk continually in your truth. Psalm 26:2-3

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Team Sparring

A team has three competitors and each will spar in a match. The composition will

depend upon the rules set for the event and may vary. Typically it will be an all

adult or all youth team. Adults and youth will not compete against each other.

The same rules apply as for point sparring, except the match will not be ended for a

five point lead. And the scores are combined for all three matches and the team

with the highest score is the victor.

Legal Strikes: Illegal Strikes

Punches Head Butts

Kicks Knees

Backfists Elbows

Ridgehands Spear Hands

Chop Strikes Sweeps (not followed by a technique)

Legal Target Areas Illegal Target Areas

Head Hips

Face (LIGHT, Brown belt and above only) Throat

Stomach Back

Ribs Legs

Solar Plexus Knees

Chest Neck

Elbows

Eyes

Groin

Kidneys

The one who plants and the one who waters work as a team with the same purpose.

Yet they will be rewarded individually, according to their own hard work. We

work together as partners who belong to God.

1 Corinthians 3:8-9

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Requirements for Yellow Belt

Demonstrate and understand commands:

Chario Kyungee Shio Kiai Stand tall, feet together, Feet together, arms Hands behind back, Shout with

arms and hands at sides, and hands at sides, relax, feet apart Attitude

look straight ahead eye contact as you bow

Character Building: Complete Red Stripe Requirements

Bible Study: Complete White Stripe Requirements

Basics: Defensive Back Stance: Weight shifted to the back leg, fists up

Punches: Front and Back with wrist straight and good fist

Side Kick – to the body using the heel of the foot

Snap Kick – to the body using the ball of the foot

Round Kick – to the body using the top of the foot

Chop Block – with the outer edge of the forearm

Kata: Kamsah – the class will demonstrate as a group.

Self-Defense: With Awesome Attitude!

Demonstrate Guard from a relaxed posture

Demonstrate Guard left side out

Demonstrate Guard right side out

Public Speaking: You will present a Bible verse of your choice at the belt test.

Board Breaking: Follow instructions given at the test.

"Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is

like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams

rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it

had its foundation on the rock.

Matt 7:24-26

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Requirements for Gold Belt

Any techniques required from previous test.



Basics: Six Count

Front Punch: Defensive, Offensive, Turn, Defensive, Offensive

Back Punch: Turn, Defensive, Offensive, Turn, Defensive, Offensive

Side Kick: Turn, Defensive, Offensive, Turn, Defensive, Offensive

Front Leg Snap Kick: Turn, Defensive, Offensive, Turn, Defensive, Offensive

Back Leg Snap Kick: Turn, Offensive, Offensive, Turn, Offensive, Offensive

Front Leg Round Kick: Turn, Defensive, Offensive, Turn, Defensive, Offensive

Back Leg Round Kick: Turn, Offensive, Offensive, Turn, Offensive, Offensive

Self-Defense: With Attitude and Awareness!

Demonstrate Moving Guard

Direct: Backing away from attacker in a straight line

Indirect: Moving away from attacker (sideways or circling)

(Remember to look behind you while moving)

Public Speaking: You will present a Bible verse(s) of your choice at the belt test.

If any man builds on this foundation using gold,... his work will be shown for what

it is, because the Day will bring it to light. It will be revealed with fire, and the fire

will test the quality of each man's work.


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Requirements for Orange Belt

Any techniques required from previous tests.



Basics: Six Count Side Kick, Back Punch

Front Leg Snap Kick, Back Fist, Back Punch

Back Leg Front Kick, Back Fist, Back Punch

Front Leg Round Kick, Back Fist, Ridgehand

Back Leg Round Kick, Back Fist, Ridgehand

Kata: Formals

Front Stance Low Block Fold high

Front Stance High Block Fold low

Front Stance Tosan Block Fold high

Self-Defense: All previous belt requirements, plus the following:

Demonstrate Moving Guard with Break Fall

Demonstrate Moving Guard with Break Fall & Circle Guard

Demonstrate Moving Guard with Break Fall, Circle Guard, & Safely Rise

Public Speaking: You will present a Bible verse or verses of your choice at the

belt test.

Sparring:

1/2 Single Counter Sparring: Block and Counter, Slow Paced

Front Punch

Back Punch

Side Kick

Do not put out the Spirit's fire; do not treat prophecies with contempt. Test

everything. Hold on to the good. Avoid every kind of evil.

1 Thessalonians 5:19-22

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Requirements for Green Belt




Basics: Six Count Side Kick, Turn Back Kick, Back Punch

Front Leg Snap Kick, Turn Back Kick, Back Punch

Back Leg Front Kick, Turn Back Kick, Back Punch

Front Leg Round Kick, Turn Back Kick, Back Punch

Back Leg Round Kick, Turn Back Kick, Back Punch

Kata: Formals





Wrist Turn-out Drop Leg Arm bar

Wrist Turn-out Mounted Arm bar

Public Speaking: You will present a Bible verse or verses of your choice at belt

test and recite the Student Creed:

To build true Confidence,

through knowledge in the mind,

Jesus in the heart and

strength in the body.

To keep friendship with one another and

to build a strong community.

Never fight to achieve selfish ends,

but to develop might for right!

Sparring: Free Sparring

Whoever trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf.

Proverbs 11:28

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Requirements for Blue Belt




Basics: Six Count

Walk step to the front, Side Kick, Turn Heel Rake, Back Punch

Walk step to the front, Front Leg Front Kick, Turn Heel Rake, Back Punch

Walk step to the front, Back Leg Front Kick, Turn Heel Rake, Back Punch

Walk step to the back, Front Leg Round Kick, Turn Heel Rake, Back Punch

Walk step to the back, Back Leg Round Kick, Turn Heel Rake, Back Punch

Kata: Formals




Front Stance Scoop Block Fold low

Front Stance Hammerfist Fold over the bent knee on turn only


Knife Attack from Behind

Disarm Gun Attack (with Wrist Turn-out) and Counter

Public Speaking: You will present a Bible verse(s)of your choice at the belt test.

Sparring: 1/2 Double Counter Sparring: Attacker strikes, defender blocks with

counters, attacker blocks and counters

the defender’s strike with a back

punch. Slow pace.

Free Sparring

Then they made the plate of the holy crown of pure gold, and wrote on it an

inscription like the engraving of a signet: HOLINESS TO THE LORD. And they

tied to it a blue cord, to fasten it above on the turban, as the LORD had

commanded Moses.

Exodus 39:30-31

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Requirements for Purple Belt




Basics: Six Count

Front leg Jump Side Kick, Back Punch

Back leg Jump Side Kick, Back Punch

Front Leg Jump Snap Kick, Back Punch

Back Leg Jump Snap Kick, Back Punch

Front Leg Jump Round Kick, Back Punch

Back Leg Jump Round Kick, Back Punch

Kata: Formals




Front Stance Scoop Block Fold low

Front Stance Hammerfist Fold over the bent knee on turn only

Front Stance Lunge Punch Low block on turns

Front Stance Back Punch Low block on turns

Front Stance Back Fist Low block on turns

Horse Stance Knife hand Low block on turns

Back Stance Sudo Block Low block on turns

Back Stance Yuk Chin Knifehand Strike on turn

Self-Defense: All previous requirements, plus unprompted defend and counter.

Public Speaking: You will present a Bible verse(s)of your choice at the belt test.

Sparring: Double Counter Sparring

Free Sparring

Daniel was clothed in purple, a gold chain was placed around his neck, and he

was proclaimed the third highest ruler in the kingdom.

Daniel 5:29

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Requirements for Brown Belt




Basics: Six Count

Switch Step, Front Leg Jump Side Kick, Turn Crescent, Back Punch

Defensive, Offensive, Turn, Defensive, Offensive, Turn

Switch Step, Back Leg Jump Side Kick, Turn Crescent, Back Punch

Offensive, Offensive, Turn, Offensive, Offensive, Turn

Switch Step, Back Leg Jump Turn Crescent, Back Punch

Offensive, Offensive, Turn, Offensive, Offensive, Turn

Double Switch Step, Back Leg Jump Round Kick, Back Leg Jump Turn

Crescent, Back Punch

Offensive, Offensive, Turn, Offensive, Offensive

Kata: Toe-San

Self-Defense: All previous belt requirements

Public Speaking: You will present a Bible verse(s) of your choice at belt test.

Sparring: Free Sparring, multiple rounds

And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power,

together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the

love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge-that you may be

filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.

Ephesians 3:17-19

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Requirements for Red Belt




Basics: All Six Counts

Gold Belt

Orange Belt

Green Belt

Blue Belt

Purple Belt

Brown Belt

Kata:

Toe-San

Yul-Gok


Public Speaking: You will present a Bible verse(s) of your choice at belt test.

Sparring: Free Sparring and Multiple Match

In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, "This cup is the new

covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me." For

whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until

he comes.


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Requirements for Red-Black Belt




Basics: All Six Counts

Kata:

Toe-San

Yul-Gok

Bas-Sai


Public Speaking: You will give a verbal presentation on any aspect of the

Martial Arts and present a Bible verse or verses of your choice at the belt test.

Sparring: Free Sparring and Multiple Match

Are you called to be a speaker? Then speak as though God himself were

speaking through you. Are you called to help others? Do it with all the strength

and energy that God supplies. Then God will be given glory in everything

through Jesus Christ. All glory and power belong to him forever and ever.

Amen.

1 Peter 4:11

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Requirements for 1st Degree Black Belt - Adult

Your test for 1st degree Black Belt has two parts. Fifty percent of your grade is

physical ability. The other fifty percent is based on your character. What you are,

feel and think determine whether or not you can live up to the responsibility of

being a Black Belt. You must be committed to “drawing the line.”

Part One includes:

Complete Red Stripe requirements and do a minimum of one humanitarian

deed in the service of your community and document it in your test resume.

Complete 200 teaching hours and include your teaching log in your resume.

Complete White Stripe Requirements

You will demonstrate your basic and advanced techniques by performing the

required katas: Toe-San, Yul-Gok, and Bas-Sai. These must be cleared before

part two of your test will be scheduled.

Part Two must be completed within eight months after completing part one. You

may submit a formal written request for an extension up to 4 months due to

physical injury, illness, etc. otherwise, you must repeat part one.

Submit your type written Test Resume to the Testing Board at least three weeks

prior to your test. Your resume should include a record of your Karate history:

accomplishments, future personal goals and your goals in the Martial Arts. Include

a narrative on why you should be considered for Black Belt advancement.

Basics: All six counts and all formals

Self-Defense: Defend from any attack

Public Speaking: You will give a verbal presentation on any aspect of the Martial

Arts. You should be prepared to answer any questions asked by the Testing Board.

Board Breaking Techniques

Sparring: A number of single matches determined by the Testing Board and a

minimum of one multiple match or unlimited rounds of rhythm sparring.

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now

there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous

Judge, will award to me on that day-and not only to me, but also to all who have

longed for his appearing.

2 Timothy 4:7-8

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Requirements for 1st Degree Black Belt – Youth

The same requirements as an adult and you must maintain academic excellence in

your school work. A copy of the most recent academic evaluation will be included

in the test resume.

When you become an adult by U.S. law you will be awarded all the privileges of

an adult Black Belt.

Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example

for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.

1 Timothy 4:12-13

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Y.E.S. Program

Evaluation Form

Parent or partner, enter the tasks that you would like to see your participant

accomplish and assign the point value. Tasks should be done for at least an entire

week to earn points.

Task Points Points Earned

Read the Bible Daily 4

Daily Prayer Time 4

Make your bed & keep room clean 2

Brush your teeth 1

Total Points __________

1. Uses self-discipline skills to complete homework

2. Uses self-discipline skills to complete chores

3. Uses self-discipline skills to respect family members

4. Uses self-discipline skills to show courtesy to friends

5. Demonstrates good self-esteem with good eye contact, firm handshake and a smile

Comments: _______________________________________________________

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___________________________ _______ ____________________

Parent or Partner Signature Date Phone Number

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Y.E.S. Program

Teacher’s Evaluation Form

Student ______________________________________ Age ________________

This student participates in the Christian Soldiers™ Karate program at _________.

We expect him/her to put forth their best effort and practice the highest standard of

good character at all times. Thank you for your help in documenting their

character achievement.

1. Uses self-discipline skills to complete assignments

2. Uses self-discipline skills to be quiet in class

3. Uses self-discipline skills to respect teachers

4. Uses self-discipline skills to respect fellow students

5. Demonstrates good self-esteem with personal cleanliness

Teacher’s Comments _________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

___________________________ _______

Teacher’s Signature Date

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Christian Soldiers™ Red Stripe Achievement Form

Name _________________________________ Age _________

Red Stripe is for my ________________ belt requirement.

Bless someone by doing something “out of the ordinary.” This can be a family

member, friend, teacher, or even a perfect stranger. Consider Proverbs 3:27 Do not

withhold good from those who deserve it, when it is in your power to act.

Either you, your parent or the person you blessed please explain what was done

and how it made you feel.

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Completed by ____________________________

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Signature Date

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Bible Study Sign-Off Forms

Requirements for Yellow Belt

Genesis 1:1 Numbers 6:24

Memory Verse ___________ Memory Verse ___________

Worksheet ___________ Worksheet ___________

Exodus 20:2 Deuteronomy 28:2



Leviticus 19:18 Character Skills ___________

Memory Verse ___________

Worksheet ___________

Requirements for Gold Belt

Joshua 1:8 1 Samuel 2:2



Judges 6:12 2 Samuel 7:16



Ruth 3:5 Character Skills ___________



Requirements for Orange Belt

1 Kings 10:24 2 Chronicles 6:14



2 Kings 6:16 Ezra 7:10



1 Chronicles 11:9 Character Skills ___________



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Requirements for Green Belt

Nehemiah 6:9 Psalms 9:1



Esther 4:14 Proverbs 1:7



Job 42:2 Character Skills ___________



Requirements for Blue Belt

Ecclesiastes 12:14 Ezekiel 36:27



Isaiah 40:31 Daniel 2:47



Jeremiah 1:5 Hosea 13:4



Character Skills ___________

Requirements for Purple Belt

Joel 2:32 Micah 7:1



Amos 5:14 Nahum 3:1



Obadiah 1:15 Habakkuk 2:20



Jonah 2:2 Zephaniah 2:3




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Requirements for Brown Belt

Haggai 1:10 Mark 10:15



Zechariah 4:6b Luke 24:7



Malachi 4:4 John 20:29



Matthew 1:23 Character Skills ___________



Requirements for Red Belt

Acts 1:8 Galatians 5:14



Roman 8:___ Ephesians 2:8



1 Corinthians 9:19 Philippians 4:5



2 Corinthians 5:17 Colossians 3:17




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Requirements for Red-Black Belt

1 Thessalonians 4:7 Titus 2:12b



2 Thessalonians 3:13 Hebrews 11:1



1 Timothy 4:8 James 4:8



2 Timothy 1:12b Character Skills ___________



Requirements for Black Belt

1 Peter 3:12 2 John 1:3



2 Peter 1:2 3 John 1:5



1 John 3:1

1 John 5:13 Jude 1:19


Memory Verse ___________ Worksheet ___________

Worksheet ___________ Test Resume ___________

Character Skills ___________ Teaching Requirement ___________

Community Service ___________

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GREEN BELT TEST Name:___________________________________________

Poor 0-2 / Fair 3-4 / Average 5-6 / Strong 7-8 / Excellent 9-10

Six Count Basics SCORES

Side: _____Front: _____Round: _____Turn Kick: _____ _______

Six Count Basics Combinations: __________ _______

Comments: _____________________________________

Average Total: _______ Self Defense

Drop leg arm bar _______

Mount arm bar _______

Cross body arm bar _______

Spin over leg arm bar _______

Comments: _____________________________________

Average Total: _______

Single Counter Sparring 1: ________ 2: ________ _______

Comments: ______________________________________

Free Sparring 1: ________ 2: ________ _______

Power: _______ Attitude: _______ Control: _______ _______

Comments: ______________________________________

Public Speaking Student Creed Presentation _______

Comments: ______________________________________

Overall Comments: ___________________________

Grade Average: _______

Examiner: ____________________________________________

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BLUE BELT TEST Name: _______________________________________

Poor 0-2 / Fair 3-4 / Average 5-6 / Strong 7-8 / Excellent 9-10


Side: _____ Front: _____ Round: _____ Turn Kick: _____ _______

Six Count Basics Combinations:_________ _______

Comments:_________________________________________


Formal Basics

Low Block: ____ High Block: ____ Tosan Block: ____ _______

Scoop Block: ____ Hammerfist Block: ____ Front Stance: ____ _______

Comments: _________________________________________


Self Defense

Wrist turn out _______

Submission arm bar (weapon) _______

Comments: _________________________________________


½ Double Counter Sparring 1: ________ 2: ________ _______

Free Sparring 1: ________ 2: ________ 3: ________ _______

Comments: _________________________________________

Overall Comments: ______________________________

Grade Average: _______

Examiner: _________________________________________________

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PURPLE BELT TEST Name: ___________________________________

Poor 0-2 / Fair 3-4 / Average 5-6 / Strong 7-8 / Excellent 9-10 Six Count Basics SCORES Jump Side: ______ Jump Front: ______ Jump Round: _____ ________ Six Count Basics Combinations: _______ ________ Comments: ___________________________________________________ Average Total: ________ Formal Basics Low Block: _______ High Block: _______ Tosan Block: _______ ________ Scoop Block: _______ Hammerfist Block: _______ Lunge Punch: _______ Back Punch: _______ Backfist Strike: _______ Knifehand Strike: _______ Sudo Block: _______ Back Punch: ______ Blocks & Strikes: ________ Front: ______ Side: _______ Back: _______ Stances: ________ Comments: ___________________________________________________

Average Total: ________

Self-Defense: 1. _________ 2. _________ 3._________ ________ Double Counter Sparring: 1. _______ 2. ________ ________ Free Sparring: 1. ________ 2. _________ 3. ________ 4. ________ ________ Comments: ___________________________________________________ Overall Comments: ______________________________________________ Grade Average: ________ Examiner: _____________________________________________________________

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BROWN BELT TEST Name: _________________________________ Poor 0-2 / Fair 3-4 / Average 5-6 / Strong 7-8 / Excellent 9-10 Six Count Basics SCORES Jump Side: ______ Jump Round: _____ Turn Crescent: ______ Jump Turn Crescent: ______ ________ Six Count Basics Combinations: _______ ________ Comments: ________________________________________________ Average Total: ________ Self-Defense 1. _________ 2. _________ 3._________ Average Total: ________ Kata Toe-San: _____________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ Average Total: ________ Free Sparring: 1. __________ 2. ___________ 3. _________ 4. __________ 5. ___________ 6. _________ Comments:________________________________________________ Average Total: ________ Overall Comments: ________________________________________ Grade Average: ________ Examiner: __________________________________________________________

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RED BELT TEST Name: __________________________________ Poor 0-2 / Fair 3-4 / Average 5-6 / Strong 7-8 / Excellent 9-10


Gold Belt ______ Orange Belt ______ Green Belt ______ Blue Belt ______ Purple Belt ______ Brown Belt ______ Comments: ___________________________________________ Average Total: ________

Self-Defense 1. _________2. _________ 3._________

Average Total: ________ Kata Toe-San: __________________________________________

__________________________________________________

Yul-Gok: __________________________________________

__________________________________________________ Average Total: ________ Free Sparring: 1. __________ 2. ___________ 3. _________ 4. __________ 5. __________ 6. ___________ 7. _________ 8. __________ 9. __________ Multiple Match ___________ Average Total: ________ Overall Comments: ___________________________________________ Grade Average: ________ Examiner: ___________________________________________________

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RED-BLACK BELT TEST Name: _____________________________ Poor 0-2 / Fair 3-4 / Average 5-6 / Strong 7-8 / Excellent 9-10


Gold Belt: ______ Orange Belt:______

Green Belt: ______ Blue Belt: ______

Purple Belt: ______ Brown Belt: ______

Comments: ________________________________________

Average Total: ________ Kata

Toe-San: __________________________________________

__________________________________________________

Yul-Gok: __________________________________________

__________________________________________________

Bas-Sai: ___________________________________________

__________________________________________________


Free Sparring: 1. _______ 2. _______ 3. _______ 4. _______ 5. _______ 6. _______ 7. _______ 8. _______ 9. _______ Multiple Match: _______ Comments: ________________________________________


Verbal Presentation: Content: _______ Delivery: ________


Overall Comments: _________________________________

Grade Average: ________

Examiner: __________________________________________________

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BLACK BELT FORMS TEST Name: ________________________ Poor 0-2 / Fair 3-4 / Average 5-6 / Strong 7-8 / Excellent 9-10 SCORES

Toe-San: __________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ ________

Yul-Gok: _________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ ________

Bas-Sai: __________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ _________

Overall Comments: _________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ Grade Average: _________ Examiner: __________________________________________________

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Seminars, Tournaments, Demonstrations

and extra participation on Belt Tests

Date Function/Comment

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Teaching Hours Log

Date Location Hours

Student Manual Revision Dated 4-29-2012

Documents

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