Kata Syllabus to First Dan (Black Belt)

• Red Belt – 9th Kyu: Shiho Tsuki • Yellow Belt – 8th Kyu: Heian Nidan • Orange Belt – 7th Kyu: Heian Shodan • Green Belt – 6th Kyu: Heian Sandan • Blue Belt – 5th Kyu: Heian Yondan • Purple Belt – 4th Kyu: Heian Godan • Brown Belt – 3rd Kyu (1 tag): Juroku • Brown Belt – 2nd Kyu (2 tags): Matsukaze, Bassai Dai • Brown Belt – 1st Kyu (3 tags): Kosokun Dai

Additional kata (not graded but required for Dan knowledge): Seiyunchin, Tensho, Sanchin, Naihanchi Shodan

Students training 3+ times per week, who show consistent progress in all required kata, may begin preparing for 1st Danover a 6–12 month period.

Grading is conducted at either a global summer camp (panel-assessed) or with Sensei Mileham, 9th Dan, in Shrewsbury.

Follow-Along Kata Library

Whether you’re just starting out or preparing for your next Dan grading, having the right guidance makes all the difference. That’s why we’re proud to share this official kata video library with our Karate Bristol community.

Our worldwide union has created a valuable resource for all students across all Dan levels — each kata is demonstrated clearly, so you can follow along and refine your technique at home or in the dojo.

👉 Click here to access the kata videos and keep progressing at your own pace.

Under the guidance of our 9th Dan Sensei Chris Mileham, our students seeking black belts, can progress beyond to 2nd Dan and above. To do this it requires the attendance of 3 courses per year (in advance of your grading).

A SHUKOKAI ENGLAND and EKF REGISTERED CLUB

It is necessary for all students to hold an English Karate Federation (EKF) licence which is paid annually to our governing body Shukiokai England (SE). The licence can be obtained using the SE link but usually given when joining.

Like all other reputable clubs, gradings are additional and take place when a student reaches a required level.