The Mon grades to Kyu grades
We believe in recognising and honouring the progress and dedication of
our junior students as they transition from Mon grades to Kyu grades.
Unlike traditional practices that replace their well-earned Brown Mon
Belt with a White Kyu Belt, our Federation has chosen a different path.
We value the significance of their journey to their current
belt. Therefore, we use a tab system that seamlessly integrates with the
solid-coloured Kyu belts.
This means that while new adult
participants start with a White Kyu Belt, our junior students retain
their Brown Mon Belt and simply attach a coloured ribbon or 'tab' to
signify their new Kyu grades.
This approach not only
preserves the achievements they have worked so hard for but also allows
us to celebrate their progress, in a meaningful way. It's about
honouring their growth while smoothly transitioning to the next stage of
their martial arts journey.
White Belt
Seniors Starting as a White Belt
Embarking on your karate journey as a senior student is an
exciting and empowering step, symbolised by wearing the White
Belt. This belt represents a blank slate—full of potential, ready
to absorb knowledge and grow. Regardless of your age or previous
experience, starting as a White Belt is a significant and
respected part of the martial arts tradition.
At the
Jewel Karate Club, we recognise the courage it takes to begin
something new, and we are committed to supporting you every step
of the way. Our training emphasises the values of perseverance,
discipline, and respect, guiding you as you build a solid
foundation in karate techniques and philosophy.
As a
White Belt, you’ll develop essential skills and gain confidence,
preparing you for progression through the Kyu grades. Remember,
every black belt was once a White Belt—it’s not just where you
start, but the dedication and effort you invest that defines your
journey.
We look forward to helping you take those first steps and
celebrating each achievement as you move forward in your martial
arts path.
Welcome to the Jewel Karate Club family!
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8 Kyu - Yellow Belt - Yellow Tab
Kihon, Tsuki & Keri (Basic Techniques)
step, straight punch turn in head block (Straight punch,
head block L & R)
reverse punch turn in low block (Opposite punch, rear block L
& R)
front kick(Front Kick)
one step, front kick to the body(One step front kick)
roundhouse kick(Roundhouse kick)
Renraku Waza (Combination Techniques)
front kick to the body - slide straight punch to the head
(Front kick - snap punch)
one step, front kick to the body - slide straight punch to the
head (One step front kick - snap punch)
front kick to the body - reverse punch (Front kick - opposite
punch)
one step, front kick to the body - reverse punch (One step front
kick - opposite punch)
Block (Blocks)
body outer block - reverse punch (middle outer block -
opposite punch)
body inner block - reverse punch (middle inner block -
opposite punch)
Go Shin Jutsu (Self Defence)
Technique one
Technique two
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7 Kyu - Orange Belt - Orange Tab
Kihon, Tsuki & Keri (Basic Techniques)
step, straight lunge punch to the head
reverse lunge low punch to the body
side kick body
Renraku Waza (Combination Techniques)
front kick- roundhouse kick - reverse punch
one step, front kick to the body - roundhouse kick - reverse punch
Block (Blocks)
body block - outer - front kick reverse
punch
body block - inner -
elbow
body front kick block one
body front kick block
two
Kata (Form)
Go Shin Jutsu (Self Defence)
Technique two
Technique three
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6 Kyu - Green Belt - Green Tab
Kihon, Tsuki & Keri (Basic Techniques)
front kick, straight punch
front kick reverse punch
slide straight punch to the head
one step, roundhouse kick body
one step, side kick body
Renraku Waza (Combination Techniques)
front kick- side kick - reverse punch
One step, front kick to the body - side kick - reverse punch
Blocks (Blocks)
head block one
head block two
body front kick block
five
body front kick block
six
Kata (Form)
Pinan Shodan kata two
Pinan Sandan kata three
Ohyo Gumite (Semi-Free Fighting)
Go Shin Jutsu (Self Defence)
Technique three
Technique four
Ji Yu Kumite (Free Fighting)
Free Fighting
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5 Kyu - Blue Belt - Blue Tab
Kihon, Tsuki & Keri (Basic Techniques)
front kick, straight punch
front kick reverse punch
front kick step, straight punch to the head
front kick reverse lunge low punch to the body
slide straight twist to avoid counter punch to the head
back kick body
side kick body
Renraku Waza (Combination Techniques)
roundhouse kick - back kick - reverse punch body
one step, side kick - back kick - back fist head
Blocks (Blocks)
body block - outer - front kick reverse
punch
body block - inner -
elbow
head block three
head block four
body front kick block
three
body front kick block
four
Kata (Form)
Pinan Sandan kata three
Pinan Yodan kata four
Ohyo Gumite (Semi-Free Fighting)
Go Shin Jutsu (Self Defence)
Technique four
Technique five
Ji Yu Kumite (Free Fighting)
Free Fighting
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4 Kyu - Purple Belt - Purple Tab
Kihon, Tsuki & Keri (Basic Techniques)
front kick, straight punch
front kick reverse punch
front kick step, straight punch to the head
front kick reverse lunge low punch to the body
slide straight twist to avoid counter punch to the head
roundhouse kick body
back kick body
side kick body
Renraku Waza (Combination Techniques)
front kick to the body - slide straight twist to avoid counter
punch to the head - reverse punch body
one step, front kick to the body - slide straight twist to avoid
counter punch to the head - roundhouse kick body
front kick to the body - side kick body - back kick body - reverse
punch body
Blocks (Blocks)
body block - outer - front kick reverse
punch
body block - inner -
elbow
head block one
head block three
body front kick block
four
body front kick block
five)
Kata (Form)
Pinan Yodan kata four
Pinan Godan kata five
Ohyo Gumite (Semi-Free Fighting)
Go Shin Jutsu (Self Defence)
Technique five
Technique six
Ji Yu Kumite (Free Fighting)
Free Fighting
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3 Kyu - 1st Brown Belt - 1st Red Tab
Kihon, Tsuki & Keri (Basic Techniques)
front kick, straight punch
front kick reverse punch
front kick step, straight punch to the head
front kick reverse lunge low punch to the body
slide straight twist to avoid counter punch to the head
roundhouse kick head
back kick body
side kick body
one step, reverse roundhouse kick head
Renraku Waza (Combination Techniques)
one step, front kick to the body - roundhouse kick body - back
kick body - back fist head
front kick to the body - slide straight twist to avoid counter
punch to the head - reverse punch body - roundhouse kick
body
one step, front kick to the body - side kick body - back kick body
- back fist head
Blocks (Blocks)
head block two
head block four
body front kick block
one
body front kick block
three
body front kick block
five
Kata (Form)
Kushanku
One Pinan Kata Chosen on the
Day
Ohyo Gumite (Semi-Free Fighting)
Ohyo Gumite one
Ohyo Gumite two
Ohyo Gumite four
Kihon Gumite (Arranged Free Fighting)
Go Shin Jutsu (Self Defence)
Two Techniques Chosen on the Day
Ji Yu Kumite (Free Fighting)
Free Fighting
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2 Kyu - 2nd Brown Belt - 2nd Red Tab
Kihon, Tsuki & Keri (Basic Techniques)
front kick, straight punch
front kick reverse punch
front kick step, straight punch to the head
front kick reverse lunge low punch to the body
slide straight twist to avoid counter punch to the head
one step, roundhouse kick head
back kick body
one step, side kick head
one step, reverse roundhouse kick head
Renraku Waza (Combination Techniques)
one step, front kick to the body - slide straight twist to avoid
counter punch to the head - roundhouse kick head
front kick to the body - side kick body - back kick body - reverse
punch body
step straight punch to the head - reverce punch to the body
- one step, front kick to the body - roundhouse kick body -
reverse punch body
Blocks (Blocks)
body block - outer - front kick reverse
punch
body block - inner -
elbow
head block one
head block four
body front kick block
two
body front kick block
four
body front kick block
six
Kata (Form)
Kushanku
One Pinan Kata Chosen on the
Day
Ohyo Gumite (Semi-Free Fighting)
Ohyo Gumite three
Ohyo Gumite four
Ohyo Gumite five
Kihon Gumite (Arranged Free Fighting)
Go Shin Jutsu (Self Defence)
Two Techniques Chosen on the Day
Ji Yu Kumite (Free Fighting)
Free Fighting
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1 Kyu - 3rd Brown Belt - Black Tab
Kihon, Tsuki & Keri (Basic Techniques)
front kick, straight punch
front kick reverse punch
front kick step, straight punch to the head
front kick reverse lunge low punch to the body
slide straight twist to avoid counter punch to the head
one step, roundhouse kick head
roundhouse kick head
back kick body
one step, side kick head
one step, reverse roundhouse kick head
Renraku Waza (Combination Techniques)
step straight punch to the head - reverce punch to the body
- front kick to the body - roundhouse kick body - back kick body -
reverse punch body
one step, straight punch to the head - reverce punch to the
body - one step, front kick to the body - roundhouse kick
body - back kick body - back fist head
step straight punch to the head - reverce punch to the body
- front kick to the body - slide straight twist to avoid counter
punch to the head - reverse punch body - roundhouse kick
body
Blocks (Blocks)
body block - outer - front kick reverse
punch
body block - inner -
elbow
head block one
head block two
head block three
body front kick block
one
body front kick block
four
body front kick block
five
Kata (Form)
Kushanku
One Pinan Kata Chosen on the
Day
Ohyo Gumite (Semi-Free Fighting)
Ohyo Gumite five
Ohyo Gumite six
Ohyo Gumite seven
Kihon Gumite (Arranged Free Fighting)
Go Shin Jutsu (Self Defence)
Two Techniques Chosen on the Day
Ji Yu Kumite (Free Fighting)
Free Fighting
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