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1 to 5 dan hints. Shodan: At this level the challenger should exhibit correct etiquette and dress. Their kata should be "sort of" correct. Nidan: Their movements should be correct. Sandan: They should be looking at their partner Yondan: Their performance should smell like budo Godan: They should be classy, they should look like an … Continue reading Kurogo sensei Jodo judging notes May 19, 2018 – Kim Taylor 28 May 2023

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I did, actually, I passed my 6dan jodo. So now what do I do? Some would say I start practicing for my 7dan. In a way that would be true, but I've been practicing for my 7dan test from the first day I started jodo. These are not descrete tests, of different skills, there are … Continue reading I Passed! Kim Taylor May 26, 2017 – Re-posted 26 May 2023

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There seemed to be a small amount of confusion at the seminar about the nature of kata so perhaps a few words would help. Kata is not combat, it's a training device and should be understood as such. Both sides Many people understand that the uchidachi, the attacking side is the senior side. But fewer … Continue reading Kata is not Kombat Kim Taylor May 25, 2016 – Re-posted 25 May 2023

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