Trying to combine truth and gentle humor, I’d like to share the official black belt manual I received on obtaining my Sho-Dan in Isshinryu (with several additions I’ve made to it as time passed).
Over the years I believe I’ve read much of what has been written about Isshinryu and Okinawan Karate in General. Much that I originally believed has later been proven less than accurate. In the early years it was very easy to accept anything documented as correct. Being somewhat more suspect I find that the only fully accurate definitions of my Isshinryu came from my instructors.
1. Isshinryu Standards on awarding Kyu Rank.
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2. Isshinryu Standards on awarding Dan Rank.
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“All I’ve ever seen are the ones I experienced. Mr. Lewis nor Mr. Murray never explained the qualifications, I just trained, and they ranked me.”
3. When does one seek additional Black Belt training?
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4. Who does one seek additional Black Belt training from?
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