How do you know when you are ready to test? There is no one formula for determining when a person is ready to test for their next rank. Each student is considered an individual case and approached as such. Do not seek to compare what is done with you with what was done with another student.

The general requirements to test for next rank are:

1. Minimum training time accumulated

2. Proficiency for your level belt on all curriculum requirements.

3. Consistent training over a period of months leading up to testing (not just two weeks before a test)

4. Attitude – putting consistent effort in class, showing proper respect and discipline.

5. Proficiency in all patterns up to your rank.

6. Proficiency in all one-steps up to your rank.

7. Proficiency of all basic movements.

8. Knowing the meaning of the pattern of the rank for which you are testing.

9. Chief instructor makes the final decision.