Times for Tag Test and Gradings

 All Lil' Warriors, White to Orange Belt and all those with two tags come to the 1st hour.

Red Grades and Above (including those with 2 tags) come for the 2nd hour.

Those that have sparring as part of their grading need to attend sparring at 7pm on Wednesday, Lordswood Girls School. Please note that you still need to attend a regular tag test session.

Rules of Tag Test and Gradings

You must wear your red grading suit and belt.

Must have attended at least 6 lessons in the previous month.

Must produce syllabus on the day of tag test.

Licence to be produced only if youu are attempting to go up a belt.

Must know all techniques up to and including your current grade.

Come at correct time.

Tips for Tag Test and Gradings

You all need to prove that you are ready for the next step towards your Black Belt. Everyone starts with 0 points and YOU are the only one that can earn marks to a maximum of 10. It's all down to you. Here are some tips to help you impress the examiners. Some tips are worth more marks than others.

• Demonstrate correct techniques in both stances.
• Lots of body and head movement.
• Your warm-up is also part of your tag test.
• Sharp techniques required. The stronger the better.
• All kicks need to be above the waist.
• Keep your guard up and stay on your toes.
• Loud ke-i's.
• Focus and concentrate forwards at all times.