Grading for 3rd kyu

(Update: 25 October 2023)

Topic

• Confident execution of techniques
• Visible use of the center (tanden)

Requirements

The following values are minimum requirements, i.e. they assume above-average training participation. The head of the dojo decides in your best interest about admission, providing for your successful grading.

Minimum Age 1	14 years
Waiting Period	9 months of practice since 4th kyu
Completed Classes	45 keikos (90 h)
Seminars	Participation in two seminars
Special Notes	Self-reliant grading preparation is expected, e.g. by practising with fellow candidates outside regular classes
Grading Fee	25 EUR

Please read the general grading guideline (PDF file).

¹In exceptional cases, minimum age may be lowered by the head of the dojo.

Order of the Grading

IMPORTANT: Make sure that your uke has the bokken ready when lining up!

Beginning

When your name is called, take three steps forward in shikko; your uke stays in line and closes up sideways behind you.

Bow to shomen
Announcement: "Shomen ni rei"

Bow to partner
Announcement: "Otagai ni rei"
Partners to each other: "Onegai shimasu"

Tai Jutsu

Choice of techniques from the curriculum:

• Suwari Waza
• Hanmi Handachi Waza
• Tachi Waza (Mae & Ushiro)

Each technique is shown in omote and ura alternatingly (where applicable).

At any point, "kotai" (role change) may be asked for.

Buki Waza

Bokken

• Bokken drawing (nuki) & sheathing (noto)
• Suburi 1-3
• Shihogiri