Blue Belt Training Guide

Blue Belt: Yonkyu

Observation
Basics: 8-point knifehand blocks with strikes (see blocking systems), precision

Sparring: 2-step Set C

Defense Training: Overhead club disarm, Kempo combination #10 (see combinations section)

Weapons: Bo Form 1, segment 2 (see weapons section)

Form: Kata Chukantai, segment 3 (see forms section)

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1st Degree
Basics: pop shift stances, changing point of view

Sparring: Precision targeting, fake-out techniques, footwork & maneuvers

Defense Training: Bully defense strategies, Leopard #2, Kempo combination #11 (see combinations section)

Weapons: Bo Form 1, segment 2 (see weapons section)

Form: Kata Chukantai, segment 3 (see forms section)

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2nd Degree
Basics: 8-point blocks with strikes & elbows (see blocking systems)

Sparring: 1-step Set A alternate

Defense Training: Legal considerations, lapel grab escape, Kempo combination #15 & #24 (see combinations section)

Weapons: Bo Form 1, segment 3 (see weapons section)

Form: Kata Chukantai, segment 4 (see forms section)

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3rd Degree
Basics: Review all

Sparring: Review all

Defense Training: Review all

Weapons: Bo Form 1 (see weapons section)

Form: Kata Chukantai (see forms section)

Minimum time in rank: 5 months