Learning karate is both rewarding and challenging. To progress through the different Kyu (grades) you will be encouraged to grade (examination), when your sensei or instructor thinks that you are ready.

Each Kyu grade is assigned a different colour belt with all beginners starting with a white belt right through to black belt – which can only be achieved with hard work and dedication.

Depending on your kyu or dan grade you will be expected to learn the relevant katas which is one of the most rewarding, yet challenging aspects of Karate.  As you progress through your  belts you will be expected to know all of the kata below your current grade and be able to perform anyone of them to a good standard.  

A continuous journey of trying to improve each of your existing techniques  whilst embracing the opportunity to learn the new 

Download and keep a set of diagrams of all the KATA to help you with your karate training.