1. grade of 6
1st Dan – Shodan (Black Belt)
Typical gap since previous grade: 24 monthsestimate
Basic master level. Self-defense techniques off-balancing without muscle power.
Requirements for this grade
We do not yet have documented requirements for this grade. They will be added once the relevant organisation’s syllabus is available.
Eighth Light = Spectrum of purple color. Founded by Ryuho Okuyama in 1941.