1st KYU Brown

Question 1

1st KYU Brown Belt

Answer 1

The preparatory stage for Black Belt Level Testing (approx 3 years)

Question 2

Chung-Mu

Answer 2

This was the given name of the admiral Yi Sun-Sin of the Yi dynasty. He was reputed to have invented the first submarine, as well as the kobuksun, which was an armored battleship. These were both precursors of the modern vessels, but this was done in 1592AD. This pattern ends with a left-hand attack to symbolize the admiral’s regrettable death.

Question 3

Tekki

Answer 3

This pattern is over 400 years old and was re-named “Iron Horse” by Gichin Funakoshi.

Question 4

1st KYU #1

Answer 4

Jumping snap-round / spin hook-round / pull groin tear / step through tornado / elbow strike / reverse punch with kiai

Question 5

1st KYU #2

Answer 5

step through tornado, tornado, tornado, spin hook, reverse punch kiai

Question 6

1st KYU #3

Answer 6

jump spin double crescent / spin hook / back leg round - side / reverse punch kiai

Question 7

1st KYU #4

Answer 7

Jump 360 Hook / tornado / charging low med high / thrust punch / drop side kick with kiai

Question 8

Cycle Training

Answer 8

This is a method of doing a variety of single sets, without repeating previous
techniques, and advancing the difficulty as the workout progresses.

Question 9

Circuit Training

Answer 9

This takes a set number of techniques and repeats them over and over again

Question 10

Reflex Training

Answer 10

This employs having the students attack and then counter, as fast as
possible, for a set period.

Question 11

Stretch Training

Answer 11

This employs the aspects of static, dynamic, ballistic, and PNF
(Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) in a program.

Question 12

Strength Training

Answer 12

This allows the student to increase the amount of force that a muscle or
group of muscles can exert.

Question 13

Isometric Training

Answer 13

– This employs having the student push or pull against an immovable object
to shorten and tighten the muscles used.

Question 14

Anaerobic and Aerobic Training

Answer 14

These use both endurance and explosive technique to
maximize student conditioning.

Question 15

Perseverance

Answer 15

What it means to you.

Question 16

Thought at 1st KYU

Answer 16

Meet resistance with persistence . Meaning: If you want something with all your heart, dont let anything stand in your way.

Question 17

2nd DAN Black

Answer 17

The student has trained two years as a Black Belt with one as a
student Black Belt and one as an Assistant Instructor.

Question 18

3rd DAN Black

Answer 18

The student has trained two years as a Second Dan and is now eligible
for Head Instructor Certification. The title of “Sensei” is awarded at this
level.

Question 19

4th DAN Black

Answer 19

The Sensei has trained three years as a Third Dan (a minimum of 11
years).

Question 20

5th DAN Black

Answer 20

The Sensei has trained four years as a Fourth Dan. The title “Master” is
awarded at this level.

Question 21

6th DAN Black

Answer 21

The Master has trained five years as a Fifth Dan.

Question 22

7th DAN Black

Answer 22

The Master has trained six years as a Sixth Dan (a minimum of 26 years).

Question 23

8th DAN Black

Answer 23

The Master has trained seven years as a Seventh Dan. The title
“Grandmaster” is awarded at this level.

Question 24

9th DAN Black

Answer 24

The Grandmaster has trained eight years as an Eighth Dan.

Question 25

10th DAN Black

Answer 25

This is the final stage which is achieved after nine years as a Ninth Dan.
This rank is awarded after a minimum of 50 years.

Question 26

4 General Gun Safety

Answer 26

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Question 27

What is PIKING as it applies to knife self defense?

Answer 27

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Question 28

What should you first do if you are ever threatened with a weapon?

Answer 28

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Question 29

Name the five rules applied to weapon self defense.

Answer 29

1. Be sure your are close enough to defend.
2. Clear yourself from the line of the weapon.
3. Get control of the weapon before you attack.
4. Deliver a quick stunning strike to immobilize your assailant.
5. Disarm the assailant and neutralize the situation.

Question 30

What should you do if you find a gun on the ground?

Answer 30

do not touch it. find a responsible person and report it.

Question 31

Explain how a weapon can be used as an extension of the body.

Answer 31

Give the attacker longer reach.

Question 32

Explain 4 general Gun Safety Principles.

Answer 32

1. Always keep guns locked safely in a gun safe.
2. Never store a gun loaded.
3. Keep the safety engaged.
4. never rest your trigger finger on the trigger.

Question 33

What is “piking” as it applies to knife self defense?

Answer 33

thrusting the hips away from the strike.

Question 34

What should you do first if you are every being threatened with a weapon?

Answer 34

If possible, give them what they want.

Question 35

Name the 5 rules applied to weapons self defense.

Answer 35

1. Be sure you are close enough to defend.
2. Clear yourself from the line of the weapon.
3. Get control of the weapon before you attack.
4. deliver a quick stunning strike to immobilize your assailant.
5. Disarm the assailant and neutralize the situation.