Rank exam requirements

Emphasis for this level is based on the understanding of hip vibration in the tekki kata. Definite rotating of hips in applicable strikes and kicks. Strong spirit expected throughout the exam! You will be asked to perform the following.

Tekki Shodan

(Judge's choice of Heian Sandan, Yondan, or Godan)  

• Single and triple punch
• Rising block - front leg front kick, same time back fist - reverse punch
• Outside block - elbow strike - reverse punch
• Knife-hand - front leg roundhouse kick - reverse spearhand
• Double front kick, beginning front leg - with punching combinations
• Double roundhouse kick, beginning front leg - step in reverse punch
• Side snap and side thrust kick
• Combination kick from front stance, front kick - side snap - side thrust - return to front stance