The grading will be held on Sunday, 30 August 2026.

• Reporting: On or before 9:30 AM
• Grading begins: 10:00 AM
• Expected closing: By 3:30 PM

All candidates must report on time so that attendance, line-up and instructions can be completed before the examination begins.

The following schedule is planned for the smooth conduct of the grading. Timings may be adjusted slightly depending on the number of students and belt categories.

The grading is expected to conclude by 3:30 PM. However, individual sections may be adjusted slightly to suit the number of candidates and the requirements of different belt categories.

The reporting period is required for attendance, registration verification, candidate organisation, line-up and final instructions. Arriving by 9:30 AM allows the grading to begin at 10:00 AM without delay.

Every effort must be made to report on or before 9:30 AM. If an unavoidable delay occurs, inform the academy through the official Grading WhatsApp Group as early as possible. On arrival, report to the attendance desk and wait for instructions; do not enter the grading floor directly.

No. Candidates are expected to remain until the closing line-up and final instructions. Early departure should occur only in a genuine exceptional situation and with prior permission from Shihan or an authorised grading official.

Parents should plan collection for approximately 3:30 PM and remain reachable by telephone. Any unavoidable change to the closing time will be communicated in the official Grading WhatsApp Group.

The published timetable is the planned programme. The grading panel may adjust the duration or order of individual sections depending on candidate numbers, belt groups and examination requirements. Candidates must therefore remain ready and follow announcements inside the hall.

The grading programme will cover the following sections:

1. Dachi (Stances) — 立ち
2. Tsuki (Punches/Thrusts) — 突き
3. Uke (Blocks/Defence) — 受け
4. Geri (Kicks) — 蹴り
5. Ido Geiko (Moving Basics) — 移動稽古
6. Kihon (Basics) — 基本
7. Tairyoku Shinsa (Physical Fitness Test) — 体力審査
8. Kumite (Sparring) — 組手
9. Kata (Forms/Patterns) — 型
10. Tameshiwari (Breaking Demonstration) — 試し割り

Tairyoku Shinsa (体力審査) is the physical fitness and endurance assessment conducted as part of the grading. Candidates should arrive well rested and physically prepared.

The correct term is Kihon (基本). Japanese words do not take an “s” to form the plural, so “Kihon” is used whether referring to one basic technique or several basics.

For this grading, Kata is written as 型, the standard kanji used in Kyokushin. It refers to a prescribed form or pattern of movements.

No. Candidates will be examined according to the syllabus and requirements applicable to their belt level and intended promotion. Students should prepare the complete syllabus taught for their grade and follow the instructions given by the grading panel.

Candidates must listen carefully when instructions are first given and should not depend on repeated explanations. The grading officials will provide clarification only when they consider it necessary.

Remain calm, maintain discipline and continue unless instructed to stop. A candidate should never argue, become distracted or abandon the exercise because of one mistake. Listen carefully and respond immediately to any correction from the grading panel.

Yes. Kumite (組手) is included in the published grading programme. It will be conducted under the supervision and instructions of the grading officials, with requirements appropriate to the candidates’ levels.

Candidates are expected to complete all sections assigned to their grade. Any genuine medical or safety concern must be disclosed before the grading begins and will be handled only according to the decision of Shihan and the grading officials.

Every candidate must attend in a clean, neat and properly worn white Dogi bearing the official Das Karate Academy logos.

Plain Dogi without the academy logos, coloured uniforms, and uniforms belonging to any other karate style or organisation are strictly prohibited.

• Students must have a proper and neat haircut.
• Fingernails and toenails must be properly trimmed.
• Students must maintain good personal hygiene and present themselves neatly.

No. A plain, logo-free Dogi is not permitted. The white Dogi must bear the official Das Karate Academy logos in the approved positions.

No. Uniforms, badges or branding belonging to another karate style, club or organisation are strictly prohibited during the DKA grading.

No. Candidates must wear the prescribed clean white DKA Dogi. Coloured, decorative or non-standard uniforms are not accepted.

The uniform must be corrected before grading day. Parents and students should inspect the Dogi in advance and ensure that all official logos are present, secure and properly displayed. Do not wait until the morning of the grading.

The candidate must wear their officially awarded current belt. A new or proposed belt must not be worn before the result is announced and the belt is formally distributed.

Yes. The Dogi must be clean, fresh, neat and in good condition. Check the uniform, belt and logos at least one day before the event to avoid last-minute problems.

For safety, watches, jewellery and unnecessary accessories should be removed before entering the grading floor. Students should avoid bringing valuable items to the venue.

Footwear must be removed and kept neatly in the area designated by the organisers. Do not leave shoes or bags in passages, at entrances or around the grading floor.

Students should revise their complete syllabus, organise their Dogi, belt and required materials, eat properly, drink sufficient water and get adequate sleep. Avoid exhausting last-minute training that may cause fatigue or injury.

Students should not arrive on an empty stomach. They should have a familiar, light and suitable breakfast early enough to be comfortable during physical activity. Avoid overeating immediately before reporting.

Begin the day properly hydrated, bring a refillable water bottle and drink during authorised breaks. Candidates should not leave their position repeatedly for water without permission while a grading section is in progress.

Do not conceal an illness, injury or physical limitation. Inform Shihan or the responsible grading official before the examination begins. The grading officials will decide the safest and most appropriate course of action.

A parent or guardian must inform the academy team in advance and again at reporting. Provide clear information about any condition, allergy or emergency precaution relevant to the student’s safe participation.

Yes, when genuinely required. Keep it safely packed and clearly identified, and inform the responsible adult or authorised volunteer at reporting. The student must follow the instructions already provided by their parent and medical professional.

Bring the approved protective equipment normally required for your grading level if it has been instructed by your dojo. Any special or additional equipment requirement will be announced in the official Grading WhatsApp Group. Do not purchase unfamiliar equipment based on rumours or messages from unofficial groups.

Candidates must follow the line-up, preparation and warm-up instructions given at the venue. Students should not perform vigorous unsupervised exercises that may disturb other groups or increase the risk of injury.

Stop safely and immediately alert the nearest grading official. A student must never hide a significant symptom or continue solely because they are worried about the result. Safety comes first.

Drinking water will be available at the venue. Students should bring their own water bottles, which can be refilled whenever required.

Students may bring light snacks to eat during the designated breaks. Lunch will be provided to the grading participants.

All Green Belt and above students must bring the required breaking boards or tiles for their demonstration.

Brown Belt and above Each student must bring 10 tiles.

Green Belt students Bring the breaking materials in the quantity instructed by Shihan.

Yes. Students are strongly advised to label water bottles, snack boxes, bags and breaking materials with their name and dojo. This will reduce confusion and lost-property enquiries.

Bring a small quantity of familiar, light and easy-to-eat snacks for the designated break. Avoid heavy, oily, messy or unfamiliar food that may cause discomfort during physical activity.

Lunch will be provided, but a participant with an allergy or special dietary requirement should inform the academy in advance and may bring suitable personal food if necessary. Do not assume that every specialised dietary option will be available.

Yes. A small towel and a change of clothes may be carried for personal comfort after the grading. Keep all items neatly packed in one labelled bag and away from the grading floor.

No. Avoid bringing jewellery, expensive electronics, large amounts of cash or other valuables. Students and parents remain responsible for their personal belongings.

Pack the materials safely so that they do not break, cause injury or create an obstruction during transport. Clearly mark the package with the student’s name, belt and dojo, and place it only in the area assigned by the organisers.

Candidates who have been instructed to bring breaking materials are responsible for bringing them. Academy availability cannot be guaranteed. Check and pack all required materials before leaving home.

• Clean official white DKA Dogi with all required logos
• Current belt
• Labelled refillable water bottle
• Light snacks
• Approved protective equipment, if instructed
• Breaking boards or tiles, where applicable
• Required personal medication, if applicable

• Enter the grading hall quietly and in a disciplined manner.
• Maintain silence throughout the grading.
• Listen carefully and follow the instructions given by the grading officials.
• Unnecessary talking, moving around or disturbing other candidates will not be permitted.

Every candidate is expected to uphold the etiquette, discipline and traditions of Kyokushin Karate.

No. Candidates must remain attentive and maintain silence throughout the examination. They should move, speak or leave their position only when instructed by a grading official.

Phones must be switched off or kept completely silent and stored safely before entering the grading floor. Students must not check or use phones during grading sections.

No. Enter, change position or leave only when directed by a grading official. This is essential for safety, discipline and the smooth movement of different belt groups.

The student should quietly request permission from the nearest authorised official and leave only when permitted. Whenever possible, use the washroom before line-up and during scheduled breaks.

No. Coaching, prompting, calling out techniques or shouting encouragement from the side can distract candidates and interfere with the examination. Only the grading panel’s instructions must be followed.

No. Candidates must respond respectfully and continue as directed. Any genuine clarification should be raised politely at the appropriate time after the session, not during an examination sequence.

Breaks should be used for water, light food, washroom needs and quiet recovery. Students must remain within permitted areas, keep the venue clean and return promptly when called.

Students must follow directions from Shihan, grading panel members, instructors and authorised event volunteers. Instructions related to safety, line-up, movement and venue discipline apply to every participant.

The announced venue is Venue details in the official Grading Group. Use only the venue information and location pin shared by the academy in the official Grading WhatsApp Group. Do not rely on old event locations, forwarded messages or information from general groups.

No. The grading floor is reserved for candidates, grading officials, instructors and authorised volunteers. Parents must remain only in the area permitted by the venue organisers and must not enter the examination space.

No. Parents must not prompt techniques, give instructions, signal answers or call out to candidates. Such actions disturb the examination and may affect other students.

Not during active grading. In a genuine emergency, contact an authorised organiser or volunteer rather than calling the child away from the grading floor.

Photography or recording may be done only if permitted by the organisers and only from the designated area. Flash, movement around the grading floor, obstruction of officials, or distracting candidates is not allowed. Any specific restriction announced at the venue must be followed.

Spectator access and seating depend on the venue’s capacity and the organisers’ directions. The grading floor and operational areas will receive priority. Parents should cooperate with any seating or access restrictions announced on the day.

Do not assume that reserved parking is available unless it is specifically announced in the official group. Plan additional travel and parking time so that the candidate can still report by 9:30 AM.

The confirmed lunch arrangement is for grading participants. Accompanying parents and family members should make their own food arrangements unless the academy posts a separate announcement.

Ensure that the child has completed reporting and been received by the authorised team. Keep your telephone available throughout the event and return by the advised collection time. Follow any venue-specific guardian instructions shared in the official group.

The official grading results will be announced one week after the grading. Results will not be announced on the grading day.

New belts will be distributed two weeks after the grading at each student’s respective dojo.

No. In accordance with the academy’s tradition and standard practice, regular karate classes will remain suspended for one week following the grading. Classes will resume according to the regular dojo schedule after the holiday.

No. Candidates and parents should not wait at the venue or call instructors for an immediate result. The official result will be announced one week after the grading.

Results are planned for approximately one week after the grading. The exact release date, method and confirmation will be posted through the academy’s official communication channel.

No. Please allow the grading panel time to complete the assessment and records. Individual result enquiries before the official announcement will not speed up the process and may not be answered.

Belt distribution is planned approximately two weeks after the grading at the student’s respective dojo. The precise class date or distribution timing for each dojo will be communicated separately.

The standard arrangement is distribution at the student’s own dojo. Do not visit another dojo for collection unless prior approval or a different official instruction has been given.

No. A candidate must continue to use the currently awarded belt until the result has been officially declared and the new belt has been formally distributed.

Regular classes will resume after the traditional one-week post-grading holiday, according to each dojo’s normal schedule. Check the official dojo communication for the exact returning class if necessary.

The official result must be respected. The student should continue regular training and receive guidance from the instructor on the areas requiring improvement. Questions should be raised calmly at the appropriate time after results are published, not through repeated calls during result processing.

All official schedules, instructions, clarifications and grading-related updates will be posted only in the official Grading WhatsApp Group.

No grading-related messages will be posted in the general WhatsApp groups.

The group is strictly for registered grading participants, the parent or guardian responsible for a registered minor participant, and registered volunteers. It is not for students or parents who are not connected with the current grading, and it is not a general academy group.

Yes. The parent or guardian responsible for receiving instructions on behalf of a registered minor participant may join. Other relatives, friends, non-participating students and unrelated parents should not join.

First, read this complete Q&A page and check all messages already posted in the official Grading WhatsApp Group. Common questions and clarifications will be addressed there so that everyone receives the same and correct information.

Please avoid repeated questions or individual calls about matters already explained. The academy team will be extremely busy with final grading preparations and may not be able to answer every call.

Each message may contain important instructions, schedule changes, preparation requirements or official clarifications. Participants and volunteers should check the group regularly, read every message carefully and follow all instructions.

No. Grading-related messages will not be posted in the general groups. Participants must monitor the official Grading WhatsApp Group for the latest information.

Please do not call for information already covered on this page or in the official group. Shihan and the academy team will be occupied with event preparation and cannot answer the same questions individually for every participant.

Use the official group for a genuine grading-related question not already answered. This allows the clarification to help everyone and prevents different information being given privately. Private messages may not receive an immediate response during grading preparation.

First search this Q&A page and read recent group messages. If the answer is still unavailable, send one clear message mentioning the student’s name, dojo and exact question. Avoid multiple messages, repeated reminders or unrelated discussion.

The group should remain focused on grading operations. Avoid advertisements, festival forwards, unrelated discussions, repeated acknowledgements and non-essential media so that important instructions remain easy to find.

The most recent announcement from Shihan or Das Karate Academy in the official Grading WhatsApp Group will take priority. Event arrangements may be updated when operationally necessary.

A genuine safety issue, medical emergency, unavoidable same-day delay or other matter requiring immediate action may be treated as urgent. General questions about timing, uniform, food, syllabus, results or belts should be answered through this page and the official group.

Only individuals whose volunteer registration has been accepted or confirmed may attend in an official volunteer role. Unregistered persons should not arrive expecting to join the event team.

Yes. The group is specifically for grading participants and registered volunteers. Volunteer reporting instructions, role allocation and important changes will be communicated there.

Volunteers must follow the reporting time specifically assigned in the official group. Because setup duties may begin before candidate reporting, volunteers should not assume that the student reporting time also applies to them.

No. Duties will be assigned according to operational requirements. Volunteers must report to the designated coordinator, remain at their assigned position and request approval before changing duties or leaving the venue.

Volunteers must be punctual, attentive, respectful and discreet. They should avoid unnecessary phone use, unrelated conversation, crowding the grading floor or giving unauthorised instructions to candidates.

Provide only confirmed information within the volunteer’s assigned responsibility. If unsure, direct the parent to this Q&A page, the official group announcement or the designated coordinator. Do not guess or create a new rule.

Yes. Any volunteer-specific requirement not covered here will be posted in the official Grading WhatsApp Group or communicated by the volunteer coordinator. Volunteers should read those messages carefully and avoid repeated individual calls.