Kyokushin Karate examination regulations
Green Belt
3. Kyu – Green Belt
6 months of active karate training
3. Kyu – Green Belt
The 3rd Kyu is the second Green Belt level and introduces elbow techniques (Hiji Ate) as well as Kake Dachi. The Taikyoku Katas are required in reverse (Ura).
Stances
Fist techniques
Chudan Hiji Ate
Chudan Mae Hiji Ate
Jodan Age Hiji Ate
Chudan Age Hiji Ate
Ushiro Hiji Ate
Oroshi Hiji Ate
Defensive techniques
Shuto Juji Uke Jodan
Shuto Juji Uke Gedan
Foot techniques
Mae Kakato Geri Jodan
Mae Kakato Geri Chudan
Mae Kakato Geri Gedan
Ago Geri
Kata
Pinan Sono Go
Taikyoku Katas in Ura (reverse)
Kumite組手 · Free sparring
5–12 years7–8 rounds / 75 sec.
12–18 years8–9 rounds / 90 sec.
18+ years8–9 rounds / 90 sec.
60+ years7–8 rounds / 75 sec.
Fitness, strength & endurance
| Exercise | 5–12 years | 12–18 years | 18+ years | 60+ years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Press-ups | 35 | 45 | 45 | 35 |
| Squat | 35 | 45 | 45 | 35 |
| Squat jump | 20 | 30 | 30 | 20 |
| Handstand (sec.) | 60 sec. | 70 sec. | 70 sec. | 60 sec. |
| Pull-ups | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Jump kick | 20 | 25 | 25 | 20 |
| Conc. Kiba-Dachi | 75 sec. | 70 sec. | 70 sec. | 75 sec. |
| Rope skipping (sec.) | 120 sec. | 180 sec. | 180 sec. | 120 sec. |
Evaluation of execution and flexibility: scale 1–10. Kumite intensity adapted to age.
Important notes
- In the Pinan Sono Go Kata, the kiai occurs at the 10th and 4th positions
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.