10. grade of 20
1st Kyu – Brown Belt (Black Stripe)
Typical gap since previous grade: 12 monthsestimate
Final preparatory phase for the master rank. Tameshiwari (breaking boards).
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.
Shadow falls on the ground, heralding the birth of a master mind in dark robes.