10 total stripes: Not all Stripes are required for white belt before testing for yellow belt.
Stripe system is only for under 10 year olds. Each Stripe is given to student at the end of class at Sensei’s discretion. Additional stripes can be earned every 2 months or so.
Red Stripe – Focus – This skill will help your child’s aim, listening skills, and reaction skills. They will excel faster in any physical activity. Your child will also become a better listener and a more focused student in school.
Blue Stripe – Teamwork– This skill necessary for any young child to develop. The more confident your child is willing to work with others, the more they will accomplish. Your child will develop character, which will help him or her make new friends and become a better leader in life.
Green Stripe – Control – Having control means making good decisions. Whether your child is handling a pet or handling a problem, he or she will learn to make the right decisions. Control builds confidence.
Yellow Stripe – Balance – This skill is crucial to develop at an early age. Your child is beginning to participate in man physical activities that are challenging, like riding a bike. Your child will develop good balance and a better posture.
Purple Stripe – Memory – Developing a good memory is exercise for your child’s brain. The sooner your child exercises, the smarter he or she will become. Our drills are constantly helping your child think and make smart decisions.
Silver Stripe – Discipline – Our drills will create the vision that discipline is fun and rewarding. Your child will take pride in doing the right thing. Your child will also follow directions better.
Orange Stripe – Fitness – It is important for our students to understand the importance of being healthy and physically fit. Your child will burn excess energy.
Brown Stripe – Coordination – Your child will learn right from left. They will become better physical participants in sports and activities. The better coordination your child has, the fewer injuries your child will sustain.
Black Stripe – Kata – Students must demonstrate 27 movements (ni ju sichi no kata) and Kihon kata shodan before testing for yellow belt one stripe (8th kyu rank). (9th kyu rank is reserved for 10 years and younger – only 27 movements is required). Sensei will awrd this stripe upon memorizing katas.
Black Stripe – Ippon Kumite/Basic Combinations – Students are required to learn Ippon Kumite #1 for yellow belt one stripe (8th kyu) testing. They are also required to learn basic combinations (combinations of various karate/fighting moves). Sensei will award this stripe upon learning, memorizing, and practicing these.