11. grade of 20
1st Dan – Black Belt (Shodan)
Typical gap since previous grade: 12 monthsestimate
First master rank (Shodan = beginner degree). Beginning of true warrior path.
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.
Black absorbs all previous colors, showing the student mastered basics and becomes a true seeker.