Gokyu
Requirements for Gokyu (Blue Belt).
1. Rokkyu-no-kata + previous (5)
2. Ippon Kumite: 1-20 RH, 1-20 LH (40)
3. Advanced Ippon Kumite: 15 RH, 10 LH (25)
4. Knife Technique: 1-5 RH (5)
5. Kumite: intermediate knowledge, 2 matches 1-on-1, 2 matches w/instructor
6. Self-defense: intermediate knowledge
7. Proficiency concerning style background, dojo history, and black belt genealogy