Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate Kids Program Education Guide

Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate
Kids Program
Education Guide for Parents
AOSKKF
Youth Program
Written and illustrated by student Michael Veillon (2nd Dan) under the direct supervision,
instruction, and guidance of Hanshi Jerry Partain (9th Dan), with contributions from
students Dr. William Zeichner (4th Dan), Mark Bills (2nd Dan), and Doyle Moody (5th
Dan).
Photographs by Mark Bills and Doyle Moody.
All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or
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information storage and retrieval system without the written permission from the authors.
Copyright © 2004 by Ancient Health and Healing Center of Cenla, L.L.C.
Disclaimer
The following manual is to be used by those parents interested in helping their children
improve the karate skills that they are being taught by a qualified instructor of Okinawan
Shorin Ryu Karate. In no way should this manual be used as a replacement for an
instructor or as a reason to avoid attending regular classes. The information in this
manual should be used for guidance only and should be approached with great caution.
As in any activity it is highly recommended that parents consult a physician prior to
allowing their children to practice karate.
Neither the author nor the publisher assume any responsibility for the use or misuse of
the information contained in this book. The author and the publisher specifically disclaim
any personal loss, liability, or risk incurred as a consequence of the use or application,
either directly or indirectly, of any advice or information presented herein.
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How to Wear Your Uniform
First put on your uniform Put on your uniform pants.

top. For the sake of Tie the drawstring in the
modesty, girls should front with a bow.
always wear a T-shirt or
sports bra under their
uniform top.
Tuck the right side of the

uniform top under the
left side.
If your top has ties, the

right side should tie to
the inside of the left side,
and the left side should
tie to the outside of the
right side.
Remember: Your top should be tucked

right side under left side. Tucking the left
side under the right side is only done when
you are mourning the death of someone
important to you.
To tie your belt, first Hold the belt against

hold the belt in the your stomach below
middle in both hands your belly button. Try
in front of you. If not to let it touch the
you have stripes on ground while you are
your belt, make sure tying it.
you hold the belt so
that the stripes are to Bring the ends around
your right. behind your back,
crossing in the middle.
Bring the ends to the
front.
Ryukyu Shaolin Shakai - Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate, Youth Program, Education Guide for Parents
How to Wear Your Uniform Pg 1
How to Wear Your Uniform
Cross the left end of

the belt over the
right end and then
tuck it up under both
loops.
Pull both ends to tighten.
Bend the end that was

passed under both loops
down and loop it around
the other end and then
under itself and through.
Pull both ends to tighten.
Finished knot should

look like a “U” pointing
to the left. Stripes should
end up on the left side
when finished.
Parents, please help teach your child to tie

their belt. It may take time, but if they can tie
their shoes, they can tie their belt.
Remember: Don’t wash your belt, or it will shrink.
Before the use of colored belts, it used to be taught that

washing your belt would release your energy. And so, the
more experienced you were, the dirtier your belt became,
until it eventually turned black.
Pg 2 How to Wear Your Uniform
Ranking System
A ranking system of colored belts is used to reflect the experience and ability of the
student. However, since everyone is different, rank is not relative. Each student is working
against his/herself, not against anyone else. Rank also does not indicate a certain level of
fighting ability. It is not required that you are capable of defeating anybody.
There is no ranking system that is universally accepted. Many different organizations have
developed their own ranking systems along with their own unique ranking requirements.
The requirements for each level (usually referred to as a kyu) vary in different schools and
organizations, and even the colors of the belts and their order are sometimes different.
Some schools even have different ranking systems between their youth and adult
programs. The amount of time spent in each level may also vary between schools.
Originally, when karate was being developed on the island of Okinawa, there was no
ranking system used. People did not get promoted for learning a new kata or displaying
any level of technical aptitude. They did not receive a new belt or a certificate confirming
their level of proficiency. In fact, they didn't even wear a karate uniform. These are all
relatively recent inventions. When Gichin Funakoshi brought karate to Japan from
Okinawa, he adopted the ranking system designed by Jigaro Kano, the founder of Judo. He
also decided to use to same uniform.
Here at Wake Forest Christian Karate & Kobudo we use a 10 kyu (level) system for our
kids program. Our goal is to ensure that the students mature mentally, physically, and
morally as they advance. Therefore, the earliest age that a student will achieve the level of
Shodan (1st degree black belt) would be the age of 16.
In the Do Shin Tai Kan Dojo we use the following colored belts for our youth programs:
Children (6 to 12 yrs old)
10th Kyu = White Belt (0 Stripes)
9th Kyu = White (1-2 Stripes)
8th Kyu = Purple Belt (0-1 Stripes)
7th Kyu = Purple Belt (2-3 Stripes)
6th Kyu = Green Belt (0 Stripes)
5th Kyu = Green Belt (1 Stripe)
4th Kyu = Green Belt (2 Stripes)
3rd Kyu = Brown Belt (0 Stripes)
2nd Kyu = Brown Belt (1 Stripes)
1st Kyu = Brown Belt (2 Stripe)
Shodan = White/Black Belt
Ranking System Pg 1
Do Shin Tai Kan Dojo
Children's Program Syllabus
Children's Grade Open Handed Kobudo

Belt Level Exercises Other Kote Aite Self Def / Tuite Ippon Kumite Kata Kata
White 10th Kyu 25 Basics(1-8) Warm-ups(1-3)
25 Basics(9-16) Warm-ups(4-6)
25 Basics(17-25) Warm-ups(7-10)
All Prev All Prev All Prev All Prev All Prev
White – 1 stripe 9th Kyu Escape 1-4 Fukyu Ichi (1/2)
White – 2 stripe Escape 5-8 Fukyu Ichi (All)
All Prev All Prev All Prev All Prev All Prev All Prev
Purple 8th Kyu Escape 10-12 One Step 1 (1) Fukyu Ni (1/2)
Purple - 1 stripe Escape 13-15 One Step 1 (2) Fukyu Ni (All)
One Step 1 (3)
Purple – 2 stripe 7th Kyu One Step 1 (4) Fukyu San (1/2)
Purple - 3 stripe One Step 1 (5) Fukyu San (All)
One Step 1 (6-7) Pinan Shodan
Green 6th Kyu Self Def (1-10) One Step 2 Wansu
Green - 1 stripe 5th Kyu Green Belt Basics Change Body (1-10) Tuite 1 (1-5) One Step 3 Pinan Nidan
Kick Drills 1 (1-5) Naihanchi Shodan
Naihanchi stance
Green - 2 stripes 4th Kyu Tuite 2 (1-5) Pinan Sandan

Naihanchi Nidan
Brown - 3 stripes 3rd Kyu Brown Belt Basics Kick Drills 2 (1-5) Tuite 3 (1-5) Brown Belt (1-10) Ananku
Brown - 2 stripes 2nd Kyu Change Body Tuite 4 (1-5) Naihanchi Sandan
Brown - 1 stripe 1st Kyu Tuite 5 (1-5) Seisan

Pinan Yondan
Kids Program
Requirements for Advancement to 9th Kyu – 1st Stripe
For Students Currently at 10th Kyu
Sensei: Nathan Brown
AOSKKF
In order to advance to 10th Kyu – 1st Stripe, students must show basic understanding and ability
of the following skills:
Vocabulary
Sensei - sen-say - teacher
Gi - gee - uniform
Obi - oh-bee - belt
Dojo - doh-joh - learning place, school
Hai - hi - yes
Iie - ee-ay - no
Domo Arigato Gozaimasu - doh-moh ah-ree-gah-toh gah-zi-mahs - thank you, very much
Kiotuske - kee-oht-skay - attention
Sensei Ni Rei - sen-say nee day - bow to Sensei
Ohayo Gozaimasu - oh-hi-oh gah-zi-mahs - good morning
Konnichi Wa - coh-nee-chee wah - hello, good afternoon
Komban Wa - cohm-bahn wah - good evening
Saiyonara - si-oh-nah-dah - good-bye
Ryukyu Shaolin Shakai - doo-kyoo shou-leen shah-ki - Okinawan Pine Forest
Fellowship
Do Shin Tai Kan Dojo - doh sheen ti kahn doh-joh - Mind-Spirit-Body place of
learning
Counting
Basic Counting Counting Objects

1 Ichi - ee-chee Hito - hee-toh
2 Ni - nee Futa - foo-tah
3 San - sahn Mi - mee
4 Shi - shee Yon - yohn
5 Go - goh Itsu - eet-soo
6 Roku - droh-koo Mu - moo
7 Shichi - see-chee Nana - nah-nah
8 Hachi - hah-chee Ya - yah
9 Ku - koo Kokono - koh-koh-noh
10 Ju - joo To - toh
Remember: Always bow and say “thank

you” after receiving instructions or
corrections.
10th Kyu Pg 1
How to Make a Proper Fist

Bend your index finger so that the first knuckle touches the second knuckle of your thumb,
tucking in the fold of skin that is between your thumb and index finger. Then fold your other
fingers tightly into a fist, pressing the fingertips into your palm. Fold your thumb across the first
knuckles of your first and middle fingers. Your thumb should now be under your fist, not on top
or on the side of your fist. Thumb is underneath fist.
When you punch, the objective is to strike with the first two knuckles.
Strike with these knuckles. Make sure that your
wrist is straight, not
bent.
How to Make a Knife Hand

Point your index finger. Place your middle finger against your index finger, bending the middle
finger until its tip is even with the tip of your index finger.
Pg 2 10th Kyu
Place your ring finger against your middle finger so that its tip is even with the tips of the middle
and index finger. Place your little finger against your ring finger, and then fold your thumb into
your palm. Remember to keep your fingers tightly pressed together.
Stances
Ready Stance – Heels together and feet at a 45 degree angle.
Left Front Stance – Left leg forward with left foot pointing straight ahead. Right leg back with
right foot pointing 45 degrees to the right. Right leg should not be back too far; no more than
shoulder’s width. Feet should be apart about a fist’s width. Shoulders should be square.
Right Front Stance – Same as left front stance, but with the right leg forward and the left leg
back.
10th Kyu Pg 3
Straddle Leg Stance – Legs should be apart about shoulder’s width, with both feet point straight
ahead. Shoulders should be square.
Niahanchi Stance – Legs should be apart about shoulder’s width, with both feet point inward at
a 45-degree angle. Legs should be tight, with buttocks pulled up and in tightly.
Remember: Remove shoes before entering

the Dojo. Always bow when entering and
leaving the Dojo.
Pg 4 10th Kyu
The 25 Basics (#1-8)

1) Double solar plexus punch – front stance: Start with left hand forward, right hand on
hip (chambered) with palm side up, and left foot forward stance.
Left Forward Stance First Punch Second Punch
Correct Chamber Incorrect Chambers

Punch to middle of chest, first with right hand and then with left hand. As right hand
punches, it should come straight forward from the hip, palm side up, and then turn over at
the last six inches of the punch, to the solar plexus (middle of chest). At the same
time, the left hand should come straight back, palm side down, and then turn over at the
last six inches, and be re-chambered on the hip. Then the left hand should punch to the
solar plexus and the right hand be re-chambered. (Repeat with right hand forward, left
hand on hip, and right foot forward stance).
Left hand punching and Left hand turned over at last six
Right hand re-chambering. inches of punch and Right hand
re-chambered.
10th Kyu Pg 5
2) Double solar plexus punch – straddle stance: Start with left hand forward, right hand
on hip (chambered) with palm side up, and straddle stance. Double punch to middle of
chest. (Repeat with right hand forward and left hand on hip).
Straddle Stance First Punch Second Punch
3) Double head punch – straddle stance: Start with left hand forward, right hand on hip
(chambered) with palm side up, and straddle stance. Double punch to face. (Repeat with
right hand forward and left hand on hip).
Straddle Stance First Punch Second Punch
Remember: Avoid saying, “I can’t” or

“It’s too hard”. Simply put forward
your best effort.
Pg 6 10th Kyu
4) Foot Sweep, Punch, Block – straddle stance: Start with left hand forward, right hand on
hip, and straddle stance. Bring right foot to the left.
Sweep right foot forward and outward. Mid-level punch with right hand.
Double bone block with right hand. (Repeat with right foot sweep, left hand punch, left
hand block).
10th Kyu Pg 7
5) Down Block: Start with left hand forward in down block, right hand on hip, and left foot
forward stance. Step with right foot, bring right arm across left arm, down block with
right hand, pull left hand back to hip. (Repeat walking forward and back, alternating left
and right side).
6) Double Bone Block: Start with left hand forward in double bone block, right hand on
hip, and left foot forward stance.
Fist should be
shoulder level. Forearm should be
at 45-degree angle.
Step with right foot, bring right arm down to protect groin, and circle upward to block,
pull left hand back to hip. (Repeat walking forward and back, alternating left and right
side).
Pg 8 10th Kyu
7) Head Block: Start with left hand forward in high block, right hand on hip, and left foot
forward stance. Step with right foot, bring right hand up with palm side towards face,
pull left hand back to hip. Turn right hand outward as it reaches nose, ending about one
inch above head. (Repeat walking forward and back, alternating left and right side).
8) Double Solar Plexus Punch: Start with left hand forward, right hand on hip, and left foot
forward stance. Step with right foot.
Double punch to middle of chest. Kiai on second punch. (Repeat walking forward and
back, alternating left and right side).
10th Kyu Pg 9
Warm-up Exercises (#1-3)

1) Wrist Loosening
a. Shake both hands (like shaking off water)
b. Twist wrist – each hand, vertical
c. Twist wrist – each hand, horizontal
Remember: Always remain quiet while

Sensei is talking. Pay strict attention, listen
to instructions, and train hard in class.
Pg 10 10th Kyu
2) Loosening Neck
a. Bend neck forward and back
b. Bend neck sideways to each shoulder
3) Loosening Shoulder
a. Roll shoulders forward b. Roll shoulders backward
Remember: Always bow with eyes down, hands

in open position to your side, and heels together.
Do NOT slap your thighs with your hands, or
simply “bob your head” to bow.
10th Kyu Pg 11

9) Cross Body Block: Start with left hand forward in cross body block, right hand on hip,
and left foot forward stance. Left hand should be shoulder level, and left arm should be at
45-degree angle in front of chest. Step with right foot, bring right arm up and across as if
punching across stomach, pull left hand back to hip. (Repeat walking forward and back,
alternating left and right side).
45-degree
angle
Side View Side View
10) Single Bone Block: Start with left hand forward in single bone block, right hand on hip,
and left foot forward stance.
Fist should be Forearm should be

shoulder level. at 45-degree angle.
Step with right foot, bring right arm down and circle upward to block, pull left hand back
to hip. (Repeat walking forward and back, alternating left and right side).
Pg 2 10th Kyu – 1st Stripe
Remember: Your Obi should never be

placed on the ground. Try not to let it touch
the ground when tying it around your waist.
11) Knife Hand Block: Start with left hand forward in knife hand position, right hand in
front of stomach and in knife hand position pointing straight forward, and left foot
forward stance.
Side View
Bring right hand up over left arm with right hand palm up towards sky.
Palm Up
Side View
10th Kyu – 1st Stripe Pg 3
Bring left hand to right elbow so that the large knuckle of the left hand presses against the
front of the right elbow.
Side View
Snap right hand down into knife hand block, bring left hand to front of stomach pointing
straight forward. (Repeat walking forward and back, alternating left and right side).
Side View
Remember: Never face Sensei, Sempai,

or a higher ranked student while adjusting
or tying your Gi or Obi.
12) Punch-Kick Under: Start with left hand forward, right hand on hip, and left foot forward
stance. Punch with right hand, then raise right knee to waist level.
Toes should be up,

not pointed down.
Correct Incorrect
Extend right foot frontward with toes pointed.
Toes should be pointed,

not pulled back.
Correct Incorrect
Pull foot back, then place foot down in front. (Repeat walking forward and back,
alternating left and right side).
13) Step-Single Solar Plexus Punch: Start with left hand forward, right hand on hip, and left
foot forward stance. Step with right foot, single punch to middle of chest. Kiai on each
punch. (Repeat walking forward and back, alternating left and right side).
Side View Side View
14) Front Kick: Start with both hands on hips, and right foot forward stance. Raise left knee
to waist level.
Toes should be up,

not pointed down.
Knee should be waist level

and straight in front, not
out to side.
Correct Incorrect
Extend left foot frontward with toes pointed, pull foot back, then place foot down in back.
(Repeat with left foot forward stance, kicking with right foot).
Keep all kicks Snap foot back; don’t drop it.

below waist level.
15) Block-Pivot-Kick: Start with both hands on hips and straddle stance. Raise right knee to
waist level, blocking across left leg, pivot hips to the right.
Extend right foot outward with toes pointed, pull foot back, then place foot down.
(Alternate kicks, right side then left side)
16) Side Shin Kick: Start with both hands on hips and heels together with feet at a 45-degree
angle. Raise left knee to waist level.
Kick to left side at a downward angle with the knife edge of your foot. Strike with knife
edge of foot to side of opponent’s knee, then push foot down towards opponent’s ankle.
(Alternate kicks, right side then left side)

4) Loosening Upper Body
a. Twist shoulders and arms to side, keep hips stationary (Repeat both sides)
b. Swing arms from side to side, slap kidneys (Repeat both sides)
5) Loosening Lower Body

a. Rotate hips - clockwise and then counter clockwise
b. Rotate knees - clockwise and then counter clockwise
c. Rotate feet – stand on one leg with other leg’s knee raised to waist level – draw a
circle with your toes, clockwise and then counter clockwise (Repeat both legs)
6) Loosening Leg Muscles and Tendons

a. Spread legs, squat down on one leg while keeping the other leg straight, keep both
feet flat (raise up slowly and repeat on other side)
Remember: Never wear your Obi

outside of the Dojo.

17) Side Kick: Start with both hands on hips and ready stance. Raise left knee to waist level.
Kick to left side (no higher than waist level) with the knife edge of your foot.
Toes Toes
should be should
pulled up. not be
pointed.
Correct Incorrect
Pull foot back, then place foot down. (Alternate kicks, left side then right side).
Pg 2 10th Kyu – 2nd Stripe
18) Front Side Kick: Start with both hands on hips and straddle stance. Rotate hips 45
degrees to the right. Raise left knee to waist level.
Kick straight ahead (no higher than waist level) with the knife edge of your foot.
Toes Toes
should be should
pulled up. Foot not be
should pointed.
not be
turned.
Correct Incorrect
10th Kyu – 2nd Stripe Pg 3
19) Back Kick: Start with both hands on hips and ready stance. Raise left knee to waist level,
look behind you over your left shoulder, kick straight back (no higher than knee level)
with the heel of your foot.
Don’t lean forward.
Kick shown from right side: Don’t point toes.
Correct Incorrect
Toes should be
pulled up.
20) Side Kick – Front Kick: Start with both hands on hips, and right foot forward stance.
Raise left knee to waist level, kick to left side (no higher than waist level) with the knife
edge of your foot.
Pull foot back, kick to front (no higher than waist level) with toes pointed, pull foot back,
then place foot down in back. (Repeat with left foot forward stance, kicking with right
foot).
Remember: Never say anything bad

about other karate schools, students, or
teachers.
21) Front Kick – Side Kick: Start with both hands on hips, and right foot forward stance.
Raise left knee to waist level, kick to front (no higher than waist level) with toes pointed.
Pull foot back, kick to left side (no higher than waist level) with the knife edge of your
foot, pull foot back, then place foot down in back. (Repeat with left foot forward stance,
kicking with right foot).
22) Down Block: Start left hand forward in down block, right hand on hip, and left foot
forward stance. Step with right foot, bring right arm across left arm, block down with
right hand, pull left hand back to hip. (Repeat walking forward slow, and coming back
fast).
23) Reverse Punch: Start right hand forward, left hand on hip, and left foot forward stance.
Step with right foot, open shoulders, punch with left hand while squaring shoulders, pull
right hand back to hip. (Repeat walking forward and back, alternating left and right side).
Shoulders
should be
opened.
Angled View Angled View
Shoulders
should be
square.
Angled View
Remember: Always answer “Hai, Sensei” or

“Yes Sir” in a loud voice when saying “Yes”
to Sensei’s questions.
24) Block-Sweep-Jab: Start left hand forward in double bone block, right hand on hip, and
left foot forward stance. Step with right foot, double bone block with right hand, and
sweep with your left hand.
Bring left hand down in front of you to about your belt, and then finger jab with
your right hand to the throat. (Repeat walking forward and back, alternating left and right
side).
25) Push-Ups
a) kicking toes while in push-up position
b) punching floor while in push-up position
c) bouncing on toes and knuckles while in push-up position

d) regular (or knuckle) push-ups
Running in Place
Jumping Jacks

7) Loosening Hips and Lower Back
a. Spinal twist – sitting, cross one leg over the other, place opposite elbow on
outside of knee, place other hand behind on floor, twist and look behind (change
legs and repeat on other side)
b. Pelvic lift – sitting, legs straight out in front, hands behind, lift stomach to the sky
c. Butterfly – sitting, bring heels of feet to center of groin, press knees to the floor
8) Loosening Legs
a. Hurdler’s position – sitting, one leg straight, one leg bent, try to touch toes (repeat
with other leg)
b. Legs together – sitting, legs straight out in front, try to touch toes
c. Legs spread apart – reach for toes on both feet
9) Kneeling
a. Toes pointed – place hands on floor behind, lift stomach to the sky
b. On toes – grab ankles, lift stomach to the sky
10) Building Arm Strength and Loosen Hamstrings

c. Walking pushups-keeping legs straight, take 3 steps with your hands, do a
pushup, and the walk back 3 steps and stand up (Repeat).
lOth Kyu- 2nct Stripe Pg 13
Kids Program
Requirements for Advancement to 9th Kyu A d v a n ced –
2nd Stripe
For Students Currently at 9th Kyu – 1st Stripe
AOSKKF
Requirements for Advancement to 10th Kyu – 2nd Stripe
In order to advance to 10th Kyu – 2nd Stripe, students must show basic understanding and ability
Vocabulary
Dozo - doh-zoh - please
Yoi - yoy - ready (to begin)
Yame - yah-may - ready (to end)
Hajime - hah-jee-may - begin
Mate - mah-tay - halt
Moldate - mohl-dah-tay - line up
Ushiro - oo-shee-doh - rear
Mawatte - mah-wah-tay - turn around
Shomen - shoh-men - front
Otoshi - oh-toh-shee - drop down
Dozo Onegai Shimasu - doh-zoh oh-nee-gi shee-mahs - please teach us
Yasume - yah-soo-may - rest, relax
Sempai - sem-pi - senior student, assistant teacher
Counting
1 Ichi - ee-chee 11 Ju-Ichi - joo ee-chee
2 Ni - nee 12 Ju-Ni - joo nee
3 San - sahn 13 Ju-San - joo sahn
4 Shi - shee 14 Ju-Shi - joo shee
5 Go - goh 15 Ju-Go - joo goh
6 Roku - droh-koo 16 Ju-Roku - joo droh-cooh
7 Shichi - see-chee 17 Ju-Shichi - joo see-chee
8 Hachi - hah-chee 18 Ju-Hachi - joo hah-chee
9 Ku - koo 19 Ju-Ku - joo koo
10 Ju - joo 20 Ni-Ju - nee joo
Remember: Always face Sensei and bow

when he enters or leaves the Dojo.
Escape Techniques (#1)

Escape techniques are non-confrontational techniques meant to be used to escape from an
attacker. The intent of these techniques is to teach a student to not let themselves be touched,
grabbed, or caught by enforcing in them the habits of constantly being on alert and being ready
to move. These techniques differ from self-defense techniques in that these techniques do not
involve the Defender applying any aggressive moves on the Attacker.
1) Wrist Grab (same side) – Start with Attacker grabbing the Defender’s left wrist with his
right hand. Defender performs change body by stepping back with his right foot and
turning his body to his right, 45-degrees to Attacker.
Defender brings his left forearm up, making a “Popeye” muscle. Once Attacker’s grip is
broken, Defender runs away. (Repeat with Attacker’s left hand grabbing Defender’s right
wrist.)
Pg 12 10th Kyu

2) Elbow Grab (same side) – Start with Attacker grabbing the Defender’s left elbow with
his right hand. Defender performs a “spinning top” by stepping back with his right foot
and rotating 180 degrees, pivoting on his right foot.
Once Attacker’s grip is broken, Defender runs away. (Repeat with Attacker’s left hand
grabbing Defender’s right elbow.)
Remember: Never Fight! Get away!
Requirements for Advancement to 10th Kyu – 3rd Stripe
Escape Techniques (#3-4)

3) Shoulder Grab (same side) – Start with Attacker grabbing the Defender’s left shoulder
with his right hand. Defender claps both hands together towards Attacker’s groin making
Attacker flinch.
Defender then changes body by stepping forward with his right foot and turning his body
to his left, 45 degrees to Attacker. With hands stilled clasped together, Defender strikes
Attacker’s arm. Once Attacker’s grip is broken, Defender runs away. (Repeat with
Attacker’s left hand grabbing Defender’s right shoulder.)
4) Wrist Grab (opposite side) – Start with Attacker grabbing the Defender’s right wrist
with his right hand. Defender performs change body by stepping back with his right foot
and turning his body 45 degrees to Attacker.
Defender brings his right forearm up, making a “Popeye” muscle. Once Attacker’s grip is
broken, Defender runs away. (Repeat with Attacker’s left hand grabbing Defender’s left
wrist.)
Katas and Gatas

A kata is a prearranged pattern of movements of attack and defense techniques against imaginary
opponents. Gata is the term used for a children’s kata. In the past, kata was the primary means of
instruction for Karate and was used to pass on knowledge from generation to generation. The
knowledge gained from practice of Kata consists of much more than just the memorization
movements and techniques. There is also the knowledge of the practical application of the
techniques, known as Bunkai. Kata also improves one’s balance, timing, breathing and focus,
and perfects one’s precision in the very basics of Karate.
Although no one would ever use kata in an actual fight, practicing kata, along with understanding
of its application, gives one the ability to make the proper decisions of what to do in different
situations, along with the ability to do it precisely and powerfully.
It is said that it takes a student about three years of constant practice to fully learn and understand
a single kata. Therefore, we teach a student only one kata at a time, and do not teach the next
kata until that student has shown that he/she is ready to move on to the next level.
All katas should be performed with focus (Kime), good flow, and crisp execution.
Before each kata, come to attention (Kiotuske) , bow (Rei), and then take the ready stance (Yoi).
At the end of each kata, come back to the ready stance (Yame), and bow (Rei).
Kiotuske (Attention):
Hands should be open

and arms down along
you sides.
Heels should be together

and feet at a 45-degree
angle.
Correct Incorrect
Rei (Bow):
Bend forward at the waist,

keeping back straight and
eyes down. Hands slide
down sides of legs during Bow to about
bow. 45-degree
angle.
Side View
Yoi (Begin)/Yame (End):
Step 1) Bring forearms up to a 45-degree angle, with hands together so that the right
hand is on top of the left hand. Make sure the tips of both hands touch each other and
that the thumbs are tucked in.
Tips touching.
45-degree
angle
Thumbs tucked in.
Side View
10th Kyu Pg 15
Step 2) Bring arms in towards chest (right hand should be pushing while left hand is
pulling). Once arms reach chest, rotate hands downward so that palms are down and left
hand is on top of right hand. Push hands down until arms are extended out in front.
Side View Side View

Step 3) Make fists with both hands so that knuckles of the first fingers on both hands are
touching each other. Pull hands together so that the knuckles of the thumbs are touching,
and then pull both hands back close to body.
Side View Side View
Step 4) Bring arms out to the side and relax so that arms are not tense and knees are
slightly bent, not locked.
Fukyu Gata Ichi (1st Half)
The Fyukyu Gata Ichi is a basic gata that was designed for children in middle school. Most of
the blocks in this gata are done with the low block.
White colored feet represent previous position of feet, and

Dark colored feet represent current position of feet.
Lines represent pattern of kata.
1) Left Front, Left 90-degrees Turn, Left Low Block
2) Right Front, Right Middle Punch
3) Right Front, Right 180-degrees Turn, Right Low Block

4) Left Front, Left Middle Punch 5) Left Front, Left 90-degrees Turn, Left Low Block
6) Right Front, Right Middle Punch 7) Left Front, Left Middle Punch
8) Right Front, “KI-YA!”, Right Middle Punch
9) Left Front, Left 270-degrees Turn, Left Low Block Picture Incorrect, Both low and high block are facing
45
10) Right Front, Right 45-degrees Turn, Right High Block
11) Right Front, Right 135-degrees Turn, Right Low Block Picture Incorrect, Both low and high
block are facing 45
12) Left Front, Left 45-degrees Turn, Left High Block
Ryukyu Shaolin Shakai - Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate, Youth Program, Education Guide for
Parents
9th Kyu Pg 7
Kids Program
Requirements for Advancement to 8 th Kyu
For Students Currently at 9th Kyu A d v an c e d –
2nd Stripe
AOSKKF
In order to advance to 10th Kyu – 3rd Stripe, students must show basic understanding and ability
Vocabulary
Utsuri - oot-soo-dee - change
Kyu - kyoo - level, rank
Migi - mee-gee - right
Hidari - hee-dah-ree - left
Hanshi - hahn-shee - title for teacher 8th Dan and above
Seito - say-toh - student, pupil
Ippon - ee-pahn - one step
Kumite - koo-mee-tay - exchange of techniques
Kiai - kee-I - loud yell
Kata - kah-tah - pre-arranged routines
Kihon - kee-hon - basic
Gedan - gay-dahn - low
Chudan - choo-dahn - middle
Jodan - joh-dahn - high
Counting
10 Ju - joo
20 Ni-Ju - nee joo
30 San-Ju - sahn joo
40 Yon-Ju - yohn joo
50 Go-Ju - goh joo
60 Roku-Ju - droh-koo joo
70 Nan-Ju - nah-nah joo
80 Hachi-Ju - hah-chee joo
90 Kyu-Ju - koo joo
100 Hyaku - hyah-coo
Remember: Do not ask or question katas or

techniques that are above your rank.
Fukyu Gata Ichi (2nd Half)

13) Left Front, Left 45-degrees Turn, Left Low Block, Right Middle Punch
(photos shown from reverse angle)
14) Right Front, Left Reverse Punch 15) Left Front, Right Reverse Punch
(photo shown from reverse angle) (photo shown from reverse angle)
16) Right Front, “KI-YA!”, Left Reverse Punch
(photo shown from reverse angle)
17) Left Front, Left 270-degrees Turn, Left Low Block Incorrect, Both block and punch are to 45
18) Right Front, Right 45-degree, Right High Punch
20) Left Front, Left 45-degree, Left High Punch
5) Elbow Grab (opposite side) – Start with Attacker grabbing the Defender’s right elbow
with his right hand. Defender performs a “spinning top” by stepping back with his right
foot and rotating 180 degrees, pivoting on his right foot. Once Attacker’s grip is broken,
Defender runs away. (Repeat with Attacker’s left hand grabbing Defender’s left elbow.)

6) Shoulder Grab (opposite side) – Start with Attacker grabbing the Defender’s right
shoulder with his right hand. Defender claps both hands together towards Attacker’s
groin making Attacker flinch..
Defender then changes body by stepping forward with his left foot and turning his body
to his right, 45 degrees to Attacker. With hands still clasped together, Defender strikes
Attacker’s arm. Once Attacker’s grip is broken, Defender runs away. (Repeat with
Attacker’s left hand grabbing Defender’s left shoulder.)

7) Attempted Choke 1 – Start with Attacker attempting to choke the Defender’s throat with
both hands. Defender tucks his chin to his chest and then ducks down under Attacker’s
arms. Once free of Attacker’s grasp, Defender runs away.
8) Attempted Choke 2 – Start with Attacker attempting to choke the Defender’s throat with
both hands. Defender tucks his chin to his chest and then performs a “spinning top” by
stepping back with his right foot and rotating 180 degrees, pivoting on his right foot.
Once free of Attacker’s grasp, Defender runs away.
Remember: Training is on a continuous

basis, and one learns a little at a time. Brakes
in training will result in a step backwards.
Kids Program
Requirements for Advancement to 8th Kyu Advanced
– 1st Stripe
For Students Currently at 8 th Kyu
AOSKKF
Requirements for Advancement to 9th Kyu
In order to advance to 9th Kyu, students must show mastery of all skills learned in all previous
levels.
Opening Ceremony (Basic)
Komban Wa Sensei - cohm-bahn wah sen-say - good evening Sensei
(Konnichi Wa Sensei - coh-nee-chee wah sen-say - good afternoon Sensei)
(Ohayo Gozaimasu Sens ei - oh-hi-oh gah-zi-mahs sen-say - good morning Sensei)
Dozo Onegai Shimasu - doh-soh oh-nee-gi shee-mahs - please teach us
Closing Ceremony (Basic)

Ushiro Muwatte - oo-shee-doh moo-wah-tay - turn to the rear
Gi Tu Obi Nawasu - gee too oh-bee nah-wah-soo - fix your Gi and Obi
Shomen - shoh-men - front
Domo Arigato Gozaimasu - doh-moh ah-ree-gah-toh gah-zi-mahs - thank you, very much
Saiyonara Sensei - si-oh-nah-dah sen-say - good-bye Sensei
Yasume - yah-soo-may - relax
Remember: Training without

concentration prevents advancement.
10th Kyu – 3rd Stripe Pg 1

10) Rear Bear Hug 1 – Start with Attacker grabbing Defender from behind in a bear hug.
Defender runs in place as fast and hard as he can, causing Attacker to let go. Once
Attacker’s hold is broken, Defender runs away.

Defender tucks his chin to his chest and sinks his weight down. Defender then ducks
under Attacker’s arms and performs a “spinning top”. Once Attacker’s hold is broken,
Defender runs away.
Defender tucks his chin to his chest and bends over forward, striking Attacker with his
buttocks. At the same time, Defender claps both hands together and brings them up to his
head as if diving into a pool. Once Attacker’s hold is broken, Defender runs away.
Fukyu Gata Ni (1st Half)
The Fyukyu Gata Ni is a basic gata that was designed for children in middle school. It is very
similar to the Fyukyu Gata Ichi except that most of the blocks in this gata are done with the
double bone block.

1) Left Front, Left 90-degrees Turn, Left Double Bone Block
3) Right Front, Right 180-degrees Turn, Right Double Bone Block
8th Kyu Pg 5
4) Left Front, Left Middle Punch 5) Left Front, Left 90-degrees Turn,
Left Double Bone Block
9) Left Front, Left 270-degrees Turn, Left Double Bone Block Incorrect, Both blocks are to 45
Pg 6 8th Kyu
Parents
Kids Program
Requirements for Advancement to 7 th Kyu – 2nd Stripe
For Students Currently at 8th Kyu – 1st Stripe
AOSKKF
In order to advance to 9th Kyu – 1st Stripe, students must show basic understanding and ability of
the following skills:
Vocabulary
Uke - oo-kay - block
Tsuki - soo-kee - punch
Keri - keh-dee - kick
Kote Aite - koh-tay ah-tay - body hardening
Kobudo - koh-boo-doh - weapon
Mae - mah-ay - forward
Yoko - yoh-koh - sideways
Dachi - dah-chee - stance
Shizen Tai - shee-zen ti - natural position
Kime - kee-mee - focus
Here is Hanshi Jerry Partain receiving

his 8th Dan from his teacher Master
Fusei Kise in the early 1990’s.
9th Kyu Pg 1
Fukyu Gata Ni (2nd Half)

13) Left Front, Left 45-degrees Turn, Left Double Bone Block, Right Middle Punch
17) Left Front, Left 270-degrees Turn, Left Double Bone Block Incorrect, Both Block and Punch are 45
18) Right Front, Right 45-degrees, Right Middle Punch
20) Left Front, Left 45-degrees, Left Middle Punch

13) Side Shoulder Grab 1 – Start with Attacker grabbing Defender’s left shoulder from side
with his right hand. Defender claps both hands together, turns to his left and brings both
hands up on outside of Attacker’s arm. Defender then performs change body by stepping
back with his right foot and uses both of his hands to push the Attacker’s arm. Once
Attacker’s hold is broken, Defender runs away. (Repeat with Attacker’s left hand
grabbing Defender’s right shoulder.)

with his right hand. Defender performs “spinning top” by stepping forward with his left
foot and rotating 180 degrees, pivoting on his right foot. Once Attacker’s hold is broken,
Defender runs away. (Repeat with Attacker’s left hand grabbing Defender’s right
shoulder.)

with his right hand. Defender claps both hands together and steps back with his left foot
and then strikes Attacker’s arm. Once Attacker’s hold is broken, Defender runs away.
(Repeat with Attacker’s left hand grabbing Defender’s right shoulder.)
Kids Program
Requirements for Advancement to 7th Kyu Advanced –
3rd Stripe
For Students Currently at 7th Kyu – 2nd Stripe
AOSKKF
In order to advance to 9th Kyu – 2nd Stripe, students must show basic understanding and ability of
Vocabulary
Ryukyu - doo-kyoo - knotted rope (Okinawan Islands Chain)
Shaolin - shou-leen - pine forest
Shorin Ryu - shoh-deen doo - Pine Forest School
Shiori - shee-oh-ree - white
Midori - mee-dho-ree - green
Chairo - chi-doh - brown
Tai Sabaki - ti sah-bah-kee - body shifting
Do Itashi Mashite - doh ee-tah-shee mah-shee-tay - You are welcome
Wakari Masu - wah-kah-dee mah-soo - I understand
Wakari Masen - wah-kah-dee mah-sen - I do not understand
Do you know who this is? This is Hanshi

Jerry Partain’s teacher, Master Fusei Kise
(standing), when he was young, with his
teacher, Master Hohan Soken (sitting).
Ippon Kumite
Ippon Kumite are drills where two partners practice offensive and defensive techniques together.
The Attacker should always try to punch in the same place, becoming more precise each time,
which then allows the Defender to become more precise with his blocks. Although the phrase
translates “One Step”, it comes from a much longer phrase which basically means “to exchange
techniques”, or “to work together”. In order for the partners to work together properly, they need
to maintain the same distance from each other while they are stepping. They should stay close
enough that their toes on their front feet are almost touching.
Correct Distance
Too Far Apart
Too Close
Remember: Ippon Kumite means to

exchange techniques, to work together.
Ippon Kumite Set 1 (#1)

1) Down Block - Start with both attacker and defender in left front stance. Attacker steps
forward and punches at Defender with a single low-level punch. Defender steps
backward and blocks punch with down block. (After 5 blocks, reverse directions with
Attacker now the Defender.)

2) Double Bone Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance. Attacker
steps forward and punches at Defender with a single mid-level punch. Defender steps
backward and blocks punch with double bone block. (After 5 blocks, reverse directions
with Attacker now the Defender.)
Remember: Make sure your Obi is always tied

properly and is always tight at the knot.

3) High Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance. Attacker steps
forward and punches at Defender with a single high punch. Defender steps backward and
blocks punch with high block. (After 5 blocks, reverse directions with Attacker now the
Defender.)

4) Cross Body Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance. Attacker
backward and blocks punch with cross body block. (After 5 blocks, reverse directions
Remember: Always show proper

respect to Sensei and all higher
ranking students.
5) Single Bone Block – Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance. Attacker
backward and blocks punch with single bone block. (After 5 blocks, reverse directions
Remember: Do not turn your back after

bowing to Sensei or Sempai. Step back about
3-4 steps, then turn and continue walking.
Ippon Kumite Set 1 (#6-7)

6) Knife Hand Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance. Attacker
backward and blocks punch with knife hand block. (After 5 blocks, reverse directions
7) Block-Sweep-Jab - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance.
Attacker steps forward and punches at Defender with a single mid-level punch.
Defender steps backward and blocks punch with double bone block, sweeps the
Attacker’s arm, grabbing the Attacker’s wrist and pulling it down in front of him to
about his belt, and then jabs with blocking hand to Attacker’s throat. (After 5 blocks,
reverse directions with Attacker now the Defender.)
Block-Sweep-Jab (performed in right front stance):

Fukyu Gata San (1st Half)

The Fyukyu Gata San is a basic gata that was designed for children in middle school. It is very
similar to the Fyukyu Gata Ni except that most of the blocks in this gata are done with the high
block.


4) Left Front, Left Middle Punch 5) Left Front, Left 90-degrees Turn, Left High Block

9) Left Front, Left 270-degrees Turn, Left High Block Incorrect, Both blocks are to 45

Kids Program
A d v a cn e d – 3rd Stripe
AOSKKF
Vocabulary
Mo Ichi Do - moh ee-chee doh - again, repeat
Tsuzukete - soo-zoo-keh-tay - continue
Gambatte - gahm-bah-tay - congratulations, good job
Shuto - shoo-toh - knife hand
Hai Soku - hi soh-koo - instep of foot
Kakato - kah-kah-toh - heel of foot
Koshi - koh-shee - ball of foot
Sokuto - soh-koo-toh - knife edge of foot
Tetsoku - teh-soh-koo - sole of foot
Tsumasaki - soo-mah-sah-kee - tips of toes
This is Master Hohan Soken. He was Master

Fusei Kise’s teacher and was the great-grandson
of Master Sokon Matsumura, the founder of
Shorin Ryu. He became Grand Master of Shorin
Ryu after his uncle, Master Nabe Matsumura.
He lived from 1889 to 1983.
Fukyu Gata San (2nd Half)

13) Left Front, Left 45-degrees Turn, Left High Block, Right Middle Punch
17) Left Front, Left 270-degrees Turn, Left High Block Incorrect, Both block and punch are 45
18) Right Front, Right 45-degrees, Right Middle Punch
20) Left Front, Left 45-degrees, Left Middle Punch
Pinan Kata Shodan

The Pinan Kata Shodan is the first adult level kata. This kata is also the first in a series of five
Pinan, or “peaceful mind”, katas. The Pinan katas were developed by Bushi Matsumura’s
student, Anko (Yatsutsune) Itosu during the years 1903 to 1909 for the Okinawan public schools.
He developed them from two old Chinese katas.

Yoi)
1) Right Straddle Leg, Left Double Bone Block with Right High Block
2) Same Stance, Right Punch, Left Elbow Smash, Left Side Low Block
Pg 10 6th Kyu
3) Same Stance, Right Double Bone Block with Left High Block,
4) Same Stance, Left Punch, Right Elbow Smash, Right Side Low Block
5) Right Knee Block, Double Knuckle Block to Reinforce Knee Block, Right Front Kick to Rear
Kick
(photo shown from reverse angle.)
(Step down after kick.)
6th Kyu Pg 11
6) Left Front, Left Knife Hand Block 7) Right Front, Right Knife Hand Block
8) Left Front, Left Knife Hand Block 9) Right Front, Right Spear Hand, “KIA”
10) Left Front, Left 270-degrees Turn, Left Knife Hand Block
11) Right Front, Right 45-degrees Turn, Right Knife Hand Block
Pg 12 6th Kyu
12) Right Front, Right 135-degrees Turn, Right Knife Hand Block
13) Left Front, Left 45-degrees Turn, Left Knife Hand Block
14) Left Front, Left 45-degrees Turn, Left Double Bone Block, Right Reverse Punch

15) Right Front Kick, Left Reverse Punch
6th Kyu Pg 13
16) Left Front Kick, Right Reverse Punch
17) Right Front Kick, Right Down Block
Pg 14 6th Kyu
Yame)
th
Parents6 Kyu Pg 15
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Emperor’s Flag
The Okinawan Emperor’s flag is represented by three swirls in a dark circle.
Legend has it that when the Japanese invaded Okinawa in the 1600’s, they
captured one of the Okinawan generals. They were going to execute him by
throwing him alive into a large cauldron of boiling water. The general
insisted that he be thrown into the cauldron by three of the Japanese
generals. When they went to throw him into the cauldron, he grabbed hold
of them and pulled them in along with him. The flag was created as a
symbol of the fight of the Okinawans against the Japanese, and later became the symbol of
Okinawa Te, the ancient martial art of Okinawa.
This is Master Satunuk “Tode” Sakugawa.

He was the creator of Okinawan Karate. He
lived from 1735 to 1815.
Self Defense (#1-9)

1) Wrist Grab (same side) – Start with Attacker grabbing the defender’s left wrist with his
right hand. Defender traps Attacker’s right hand with his right hand, kicks Attacker’s left
leg just above the knee with the toes of his right foot.
Defender steps back with left foot while swinging his left arm up in a circular motion,
locking the Attacker’s thumb and pushing down on it with his wrist, and pushing up on
back of Attacker’s hand with his right hand. (Repeat with Attacker’s left hand grabbing
Defender’s right wrist.)
2) Elbow Grab (same side) – Start with Attacker grabbing the defender’s left elbow with
his right hand. Defender traps Attacker’s right hand with his right hand, kicks Attacker’s
left leg just above the knee with the toes of his right foot.
Defender steps back with left foot while swinging his left arm up in a circular motion,
pushing down on the Attacker’s elbow with his left hand, and pushing up on back of
Attacker’s hand with his right hand. (Repeat with Attacker’s left hand grabbing
defender’s right elbow.)
3) Shoulder Grab (same side) – Start with Attacker grabbing the defender’s left shoulder
with his right hand. Defender traps Attacker’s right hand with his right hand, kicks
Attacker’s left leg just above the knee with the toes of his right foot.
Defender steps down (not back) with left foot next to his right foot while swinging his
left arm up in a circular motion, pushing down on the Attacker’s shoulder with his left
hand. Defender steps forward with his left foot. (Repeat with Attacker’s left hand
grabbing defender’s right elbow.)
Pg 4 6th Kyu
4) Attempted Front Choke (both hands) – Start with Attacker attempting to choke the
Defender. Defender reaches up between the Attacker’s arms, blocking the Attacker’s
arms outward.
Defender grabs the Attacker’s wrists, bending them down while pressing Attacker’s arms
up into a 90-degree bend.
5) Rear Bear Hug – Start with Attacker grabbing Defender from behind in a bear hug.
Defender stomps on both of Attacker’s feet, then leans forward, steps forward and raises
one arm above his head while driving the elbow of his other arm into the Attacker’s
stomach.
6th Kyu Pg 5
Defender then punches the Attacker up under his chin and then kicks the Attacker with a
back kick to the Attacker’s shin or knee.
This is how to practice in class for safety.
This is how it would be done in a real

situation.
6) Attempted Headlock – Start with Attacker putting one arm behind the Defender’s head
and onto the opposite shoulder. Defender grabs Attacker’s hand. Defender reaches
around behind the Attacker and pokes his fingers into the Attacker’s floating ribs while
grabbing the Attacker’s hand that is on Defender’s shoulder.
Poke to ribs.
Don’t let this happen!!
Pg 6 6th Kyu
Defender twists Attacker’s hand over while pulling the hand down and pushing up
on Attacker’s elbow with his shoulder.
From this position, Defender can add a back fist to Attacker’s face and then a strike to his
groin.
7) Front Lapel (or Hair) Grab – Start with Attacker grabbing the Defender’s ghi from the
front. Defender reaches up with both arms, and places the knife edges of his hands on the
wrist of the Attacker’s hand. Defender pushes down with his hands on the Attacker’s
wrist while bending forward and bending Attacker’s hands backward. At the same time,
Defender steps backward, pulling Attacker downward. From this position, Defender can
add a punch to side of Attacker’s jaw.
6th Kyu Pg 7
8) Handshake – Start with Attacker and Defender shaking hands. Defender steps forward
with his left foot and changes body position so that his left hip is next to the Attacker’s
right hip. At the same time, the Defender raises his left arm up under the Attacker’s right
arm. The Defender raises his left arm and presses up on the Attacker’s arm, while
twisting the Attacker’s right hand so that the palm is upward, and then pushes the
Attacker’s right hand down so that it is bent backwards at 90-degrees.
From this position, Defender can add a strike to Attacker’s groin and then a back fist to
his face.
9) Double Lapel Grab (both hands) – Start with Attacker grabbing the Defender’s ghi at
the chest. Defender reaches up and over the Attacker’s arms, grabbing the Attacker’s
hands so that the Defender’s fingers grab under the Attacker’s thumbs and the Defender’s
thumbs grab the Attacker’s palms. Defender twists Attacker’s hands up and out, and then
bends them back towards the Attacker, pushing downward.
From this position, Defender can add a punch to side of Attacker’s jaw.
Wansu Kata
The Wansu Kata is also known as the “dumping” kata because of the throw that appears near the
end. This kata was brought from China to Tomari, Okinawa by a martial artist and ambassador
named Wanshu in 1683. Afterwards, Wansu was redeveloped as a Tomari-Te kata.

Yoi)
1) Right Straddle Leg, Left Low Block 2) Same Stance, Right Punch Across
2) Right Back into Left Front Stance, Left Elbow Smash, Left Down Block, Right Reverse Punch
Pg 16 6th Kyu
3) Right Front, Right Knife Hand Block, Left Low Punch
4) Left Behind Right T-Stance, Right Side Low Block
5) Left Front, Left Low Block, Right Reverse Punch
6th Kyu Pg 17
8) Left Front, Left Low Block, Right Reverse Punch
Pg 18 6th Kyu
11) Left Front, Left Low Block, Right Forearm Smash
12) Left Crane Stance, Left High Knife Hand Block, Right Low Knife Hand Block
13) Right Front, Left Hand Catch
14) Left Front, Left 180-degrees, Dump
6th Kyu Pg 19
15) Right Front, Left 180-degrees, Left Front, Right Palm Smash
16) Left Back, Right 45-degrees, Right Knife Hand Block
17) Right Back, Left 45-degrees, Left Knife Hand Block
Yame)
Parents
Pg 20 6th Kyu
Kids Program
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In order to advance to 8th Kyu – 1st Stripe, students must show basic understanding and ability of
Vocabulary
Hayai - hah-yi - fast
Osoi - oh-soy - slow
Musubi Dachi - moo-soo-bee dah-chee - ready stance
Heiko Dachi - hay-koh dah-chee - straddle leg stance
Hidari Shizen Dachi - hee-dah-ree shee-zen dah-chee - left front stance
Migi Shizen Dachi - mee-gee shee-zen dah-chee - right front stance
Sampon - sahm-pohn - step, walk
Mae Sampon - mah-ay sahm-pohn - walking forward
Ushiro Sampon - oo-shee-doh sahm-pohn - walking backward
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- Ryukyu - Okinawan Islands Chain
- Shaolin - Pine Forest
- Shakai - Society, Fellowship, Community
This is Master Nabe Matsumura. He became

Grand Master of Shorin Ryu after his grandfather,
Master Sokon Matsumura, the founder of Shorin
Ryu. He was also Master Hohan Soken’s uncle.
He lived from the 1850’s to the 1930’s.
8th Kyu Pg 1

1) Down Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance (photos below
shown starting from right front stance). Attacker steps forward and punches at Defender
with a single low-level punch.
Defender steps backward and blocks punch with down block and then counters with a
punch to the outside of Attacker’s ribs, pulling punch back afterwards. (After 5 blocks,
2) Double Bone Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance (photos
below shown starting from right front stance). Attacker steps forward and punches at
Defender with a single mid-level punch.
8th Kyu Pg 3
Defender steps
backward and blocks
punch with double
bone block and then (After 5 blocks,
counters with a reverse directions
punch to the outside with Attacker now
of Attacker’s ribs, the Defender.)
pulling punch back
afterwards.
3) High Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance (photos below
with a single high punch.
Defender steps backward and blocks punch with high block and then counters with a
punch to the outside of Attacker’s ribs, pulling punch back afterwards. (After 5 blocks,
4) Cross Body Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance (photos
Defender steps backward and blocks punch with cross body block while grabbing
Attacker’s wrist with his opposite hand. Defender then strikes Attacker’s shoulder with
back of his open hand. (After 5 blocks, reverse directions with Attacker now the
Defender.)
5) Single Bone Block – Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance (photos
Defender steps backward and blocks punch with single bone block and then counters
with a punch with the same arm to the outside of Attacker’s head, pulling punch back
afterwards, and striking the Attacker’s forearm with his elbow. (After 5 blocks, reverse
directions with Attacker now the Defender.)
Strike with elbow

to forearm.
Remember: During breaks, Sensei should

receive water first, then all senior students.
6) Knife Hand Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance (photos
Defender steps backward and blocks punch with knife hand block, pulling Attacker’s arm
down. Defender grabs Attacker’s arm just above the elbow with his opposite hand and
then counters with a knife hand jab between the Attacker’s arm and hip. (After 5 blocks,
Remember: If you should get to class late, wait

in the back of the class at Attention until you are
recognized and allowed to join the class.
7) Block-Sweep-Jab - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance (photos
Defender with a single mid-level punch. Defender steps backward and blocks punch with
double bone block, sweeps the Attacker’s arm, grabbing the Attacker’s wrist and pulling
it down in front of him to about his belt, and then jabs with blocking hand to outside side
of Attacker’s neck. (After 5 blocks, reverse directions with Attacker now the Defender.)

Kids Program
For Students Currently at 4 th Kyu
AOSKKF
In order to advance to 8th Kyu – 2nd Stripe, students must show basic understanding and ability of
Vocabulary
Chudan Tsuki - choo-dahn soo-kee - middle punch
Jodan Tsuki - joh-dahn soo-kee - high punch
Ni Chudan Tsuki - nee choo-dahn soo-kee - double middle punch
Ni Jodan Tsuki - nee joh-dahn soo-kee - double high punch
Uchi Ashi Barai - oo-chee ah-shee bah-di - foot sweep
Gedan Uke - gay-dahn oo-kay - down block
Chudan Uke - choo-dahn oo-kay - double bone block
Age Uke - ah-gay oo-kay - high (rising) block
Soto Uke - soh-toh oo-kay - cross body block
This is Master Sokon “Bushi” Matsumura. He was

the founder of Shorin Ryu. He was one of the best
students of Master Satunuk “Tode” Sakugawa, the
creator of Okinawan Karate. He lived from 1797 to
1889.

1) Down Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance (photos below
with a single low-level punch.
Defender steps backward and blocks punch with down block and then counters with a
punch to the outside of Attacker’s ribs, holding the punch. (After 5 blocks, reverse
2) Double Bone Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance. Attacker
steps forward and punches at Defender with a single mid-level punch.
Pg 2 7th Kyu
Defender steps backward and blocks punch with double bone block and then counters
with a punch to the outside of Attacker’s ribs, holding the punch. (After 5 blocks, reverse

3) High Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance (photos below
with a single high punch.
Defender steps backward and blocks punch with high block and then counters with a
punch to the outside of Attacker’s ribs, holding the punch. (After 5 blocks, reverse
4) Cross Body Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance (photos
Defender steps backward and blocks punch with cross body block while grabbing
Attacker’s wrist with his opposite hand. Defender then strikes Attacker’s side of head at
the temple with back of his open hand. (After 5 blocks, reverse directions with Attacker
now the Defender.)

5) Single Bone Block –Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance
(photos below shown starting from right front stance). Attacker steps forward and
punches at Defender with a single mid-level punch.
Defender steps backward and blocks punch with single bone block and then
counters with a punch with the same arm to the outside of Attacker’s head, pulling
punch back afterwards, and striking the Attacker’s hand with his elbow. (After 5
blocks, reverse directions with Attacker now the Defender.)
Strike with elbow to hand.

6) Knife Hand Block - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance
(photos below shown starting from right front stance). Attacker steps forward and
punches at Defender with a single mid-level punch.
Defender steps backward and blocks punch with knife hand block, pulling Attacker’s arm
down. Defender grabs Attacker’s arm just above the elbow with his opposite hand and
then counters with a knife hand jab between the Attacker’s groin. (After 5 blocks, reverse
7) Block-Sweep-Jab - Start with both Attacker and Defender in left front stance (photos
Defender with a single mid-level punch. Defender steps backward and blocks punch with
double bone block, sweeps the Attacker’s arm, grabbing the Attacker’s wrist and pulling
it down in front of him to about his belt, and then jabs with blocking hand to same side of
Attacker’s neck. (After 5 blocks, reverse directions with Attacker now the Defender.)

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Photographs by Mark Bills and Doyle Moody.

Copyright © 2004 by Ancient Health and Healing Center of Cenla, L.L.C.

First put on your uniform Put on your uniform pants.

Tuck the right side of the

If your top has ties, the

Remember: Your top should be tucked

To tie your belt, first Hold the belt against

Cross the left end of

Pull both ends to tighten.

Bend the end that was

Pull both ends to tighten.

Finished knot should

Parents, please help teach your child to tie

Remember: Don’t wash your belt, or it will shrink.

Before the use of colored belts, it used to be taught that

10th Kyu = White Belt (0 Stripes)

9th Kyu = White (1-2 Stripes)

8th Kyu = Purple Belt (0-1 Stripes)

7th Kyu = Purple Belt (2-3 Stripes)

6th Kyu = Green Belt (0 Stripes)

5th Kyu = Green Belt (1 Stripe)

4th Kyu = Green Belt (2 Stripes)

3rd Kyu = Brown Belt (0 Stripes)

2nd Kyu = Brown Belt (1 Stripes)

1st Kyu = Brown Belt (2 Stripe)

Shodan = White/Black Belt

Children's Grade Open Handed Kobudo

Green - 2 stripes 4th Kyu Tuite 2 (1-5) Pinan Sandan

Brown - 1 stripe 1st Kyu Tuite 5 (1-5) Seisan

Sensei: Nathan Brown

Basic Counting Counting Objects

Remember: Always bow and say “thank

How to Make a Proper Fist

How to Make a Knife Hand

Remember: Remove shoes before entering

The 25 Basics (#1-8)

Left Forward Stance First Punch Second Punch

Correct Chamber Incorrect Chambers

Straddle Stance First Punch Second Punch

Straddle Stance First Punch Second Punch

Remember: Avoid saying, “I can’t” or

Warm-up Exercises (#1-3)

b. Twist wrist – each hand, vertical

c. Twist wrist – each hand, horizontal

Remember: Always remain quiet while

b. Bend neck sideways to each shoulder

Remember: Always bow with eyes down, hands

The 25 Basics (#9-16)

Side View Side View

Fist should be Forearm should be

Remember: Your Obi should never be

Remember: Never face Sensei, Sempai,

Toes should be up,

Toes should be pointed,

Side View Side View

Toes should be up,

Knee should be waist level

Keep all kicks Snap foot back; don’t drop it.

Warm-up Exercises (#4-6)

5) Loosening Lower Body

b. Rotate knees - clockwise and then counter clockwise

6) Loosening Leg Muscles and Tendons