Grading to the next colour belt


KYU Beltspng

There are 10 Kyu and 10 Dan in JKA karate. To obtain certification for each rank, you must fulfil the certification requirements and complete the testing procedure. Typically, grading take place 3 times per year. In order to be eligible for testing, students must first have gained the appropriate amount of continuous training experience at their current rank. 

As students develop their skill and techniques at their current rank, they will be invited to their next grading examination. To successfully pass the examination and progress to their next grade, JKA students must demonstrate exceptional skill and near flawless execution of a prescribed set of techniques in kihon, kata and kumite. 

Students of the Rising Sun School of Karate are independently examined by Sensei Noel Casey (7th Dan, JKA Ireland Chief Instructor).

Our specially-trained instructors and examiners carefully study and evaluate each student based on the criteria required for their next grading. Sensei Barry O'Regan will advise students when they are ready to attempt their next grading examination.


JKA KYU Grading Syllabus