9th Kyu - White Belt...
The Single Step Creates the Pathway

The 9th Kyu rank is half way to Yellow Belt and represents the basic beginning of the student. To earn this rank the student must have a strong understanding of the following requirements in addition to having improved the 10th Kyu requirements to a higher level.

KATA - All Previous Plus
Kihon Ni Kata - Basic Two - Click here for Kata Training Section

Etiquette and Traditions
   1. Demonstrates pride in their Gi (uniform) - keeps it cleaned and hemmed.
   2. Properly ties the Obi (belt) and has etiquette with it
   3. Assists in Cleaning and Keeping the Dojo Clean
   4. Respects all Senior Level Students
   5. Listens Attentively During Classes

Stance & Postures - Click on each one for picture or diagram.
   1.  Ready Stance
   2.  Attention Stance
   3.  Rei - Bowing
   4.  Horse Stance
   5.  Front Stance
   6.  C Stepping

Blocking Techniques
   1.  Down Block
   2.  Rising Block

Hand Strikes
   1.  Front Punch
   2.  Reverse Punch
   3.  Back Fist

Kicking Ability
   1.  Front Snap Kick
   2.  Side Snap Kick   
   3.  Back Leg Round House Kick 
   4.  Front Leg Round House Kick

Self Defense Training - Level 1 Defense
   1.  Straight Wrist Grab
   2.  Double Wrist Grab 
   3.  Cross Wrist Grab 

Other Requirements as per Sensei assignment
   1.  Proper Attendance for classes (2 per week at this level minimum)
   2.  Proper Academic Progress for Elementary, Middle, High School and College Level
   3.  Self Discipline / Self Restraint Understanding in terms of Martial Art Skill Use