Dan Gradings
The Shintani International Karate Federation offers Dan recognition to its members. To advance to the next dan level, requirements must be met. A member will perform and be evaluated by the Technical Committee during Seminars, gradings and tournaments. Upon successful completion of the Dan Grading, Dan Certificates will be issued for the rank obtained and registered as a Black Belt on the Black Belt Listing section of the website.
A new organization joining will be required to complete a Technical Standards document that outlines the requirements for each rank from 9th Kyu to 10th Dan Black Belt. The Technical Standards document includes the following:
1. Basics (Kihon)
2. Stances (Dachi)
3. Punches / Strikes (Tsuki / Uchi)
4. Blocks (Uke)
5. Kicks (Geri)
6. I-do Kihon
7. Kata
8. Kihon Kumite
9. Jyu Kumite
The Technical Standards document is used by the Technical Committee to evaluate any students who wish to attempt a Dan Grading.
Those who wish to transfer his/her Dan grade from another style or organization should send their Dan grade certificate with a detailed personal history to dlabbe@shintani.ca.
Dan Grading & Certificate Costs
Certificate Request / Dan Grading | Cost | Shipping | Estimated Total Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
Certificate Request (Shodan - Judan) | $150 CDN + Tax | $25 - $50 CDN | $175 - $200 CDN |
Dan Grading (Shodan - Judan) | $150 CDN + Tax | $25 - $50 CDN | $175 - $200 CDN |
Black Belt Grading Application
Dan Certificate Request
When filling out the applications, make sure to spell your name exactly as you would like it to appear on the certificate