Kyokushin Karate examination regulations
Orange belt
10. Kyu – Orange belt
3 months of active karate training
10th Kyu – Orange Belt
The orange belt is an important milestone on the journey of a Kyokushin Karate practitioner. It stands for progress and development in both the physical and mental aspects of the art. Students learn advanced techniques, coordination, control as well as mental and spiritual strength.
Stances
Fudo Dachi
Zenkutsu Dachi
Fist techniques
Morote-Tsuki (Chudan, Jodan, Gedan)
Beide Fäuste zusammen
Oi-Tsuki (Chudan, Jodan, Gedan)
Schlag mit einer Faust
Defensive techniques
Jodan-Uke (in Zenkutsu Dachi)
Gedan-Barai (in Zenkutsu Dachi)
Foot techniques
Hiza-Geri (in Heiko Dachi)
Kin-Geri (in Heiko Dachi)
Kata
Taikyoku Sono Ichi
Taikyoku Sono Ni
Kumite組手 · Free sparring
5–12 years1–2 rounds / 60 sec.
12–18 years2–3 rounds / 75 sec.
18+ years2–3 rounds / 75 sec.
60+ years1–2 rounds / 60 sec.
Fitness, strength & endurance
| Exercise | 5–12 years | 12–18 years | 18+ years | 60+ years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Press-ups | 15 | 20 | 20 | 15 |
| Squat | 10 | 20 | 30 | 30 |
| Squat jump | 10 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| Handstand (sec.) | 20 sec. | 30 sec. | 30 sec. | 20 sec. |
| Pull-ups | 5 | 15 | 15 | 5 |
| Jump kick | 5 | 10 | 10 | 5 |
| Conc. Kiba-Dachi | 15 sec. | 30 sec. | 60 sec. | 60 sec. |
| Rope skipping (sec.) | 30 sec. | 45 sec. | 45 sec. | 30 sec. |
Evaluation of execution and flexibility: scale 1–10. Kumite intensity adapted to age.
Important notes
- In Taikyoku Sono Ni, Jodan height is used instead of Chudan
- The Kiai comes on the 6th and 8th count
- Protective gear: Mouth and groin guard as well as hand and shin guards (optional: head guard)
Get to know Kyokushin in training
Anyone who wants to get to know Kyokushin not just by reading about it but in practice can visit the Shinzen Dojo Berlin training sessions. Adults train in Berlin-Schöneberg, children and teenagers in Berlin-Steglitz.
Ready for the next examination?
If you have mastered the content of this level, register directly for the examination.