Information
▶️ The test will involve a physical/mental examination, where a list of items must be shown from the appropriate syllabus.
▶️ Black belt gradings are private, no spectators allowed.
▶️ A panel of instructors will be present to adjudicate the test fairly.
▶️ Results will be given privately within 24 hours of the test.
▶️ If successful, your belt and certificate will be presented the following week at the end of your class. Family & friends are welcome to spectate the presentation.
▶️ Students must wear a clean Karate suit with our club badge and bring all protective equipment.
▶️ All basic hygiene protocols must be adhered to, including long hair being tied back, nails being short and hands/feet being clean.
▶️ If you have any questions regarding the test or any part of the process, please speak with Sensei.
Dates
Sunday 30th November 2025
Times
10am – 1:30pm
Cost of Test
The cost of the black belt test, including your personalised certificate:
£100
Cost of Belt
If you are testing for first dan from brown belt, you will also need to order your black belt. There are two brands that you can choose from.
The English ‘BBE’ branded belt is cheaper but still excellent quality. The Japanese ‘Shureido’ branded belt is the most premium belt you can buy. It is simply a choice of what you prefer.
It is recommended that juniors go for the BBE belt as they will grow and potentially need a new belt as they get older.
Regardless of which belt you choose, your name and the “Goju Ryu Karate Do” text will be written on each side of the belt in Japanese gold text.
🥋 BBE Belt

£45
*Can take up to 2 weeks for delivery
🥋 Shureido Belt

£95
*Can take up to 2 months for delivery

