Kihon (Basics)
A selection of bojutsu and other buki basics
Kata (Sequence)
Perform the kata’s from the previous grades and also:
Shirotaro No Kon Dai
Kishaba No Sai Dai
Three nunchakujutsu kata of candidate’s choice
Three kamajutsu kata of candidate’s choice
Three tonfajutsu kata of candidate’s choice
Kumibo (Paired Drills)
Each candidate must improve and demonstrate the six kumibo they devised for their Nidan examination
Our Belt testing is judged on three criteria:
Kihon – literally meaning ‘basics’. This is the practice of our basic Kobudo movements.
Kata – a pre-set sequence of movements and techniques.
Kumibo – is the drills using the bo that are done with a partner.