Standing Fist Martial Arts Academy - Pocono Dojo

Class	Description	Dues
Kid's Karate (7 - 12)	Click here for more information about our Kid's Karate Program.	$35.00*
Adult / Teen Karate (13 & Up)	Click here for more information about our Adult / Teen Karate Program.	$45.00*
Seminars	We offer a varity of seminars that focus on specific aspects of the Martial Arts. Please visit our Event's page to review our upcoming events.	Seminars are FREE!!! to members
Private Lesson's	Please contact *Sensei Dan Lorden* for pricing & availabiltiy. sensei@standingfist.com

Promotions

In the past there were only two ranks - white belt and black belt. Now, however, we have many different ranks and methods of identifying these ranks.

The rank you presently have is relative. It should not concern you if you are an orange belt and you see a brown belt from another style who is your inferior. The same applies for ranking within your own school. Rank is merely a method of keeping score with yourself. The only thing that matters is that you strive to maximize the benefits you derive from studying karate. An old karate proverb states "Rank follows the man." If you are truly good, regardless of rank, people will notice.

Normally, at least 3 - 6 months time in grade is required for kyu rankings. Slow learning is not poor learning. Your rate of learning will be an individual matter, for it is impossible to tell you how long it will take to achieve a specific proficiency. It will depend on your ability, devotion, and time spent practicing. Don't be discouraged if your progress seems slow; instead, concentrate on perfecting what you have already learned.

Eligibility for promotion in the Order of Isshin-Ryu is based upon the following requirements:

1. Moral character, attitude, and maturity.
These characteristics are observed by your teachers during your instruction periods and by the board of examiners during the grading period. Karate demands the highest in these traits at all times.

2. Technical proficiency.

Your skill in performing basic techniques and kata.

3.Competitive ability.
You do not have to compete in fighting matches, but we recommend it as a method of measurement for self-improvement.

Okinawan	American	Belt	Kata
Shichi-kyu	7th Level	White Belt + OI patch	Basic Techniques
Roku-kyu	6th Level	Orange Belt	Seisan Kata
Go-kyu	5th Level	Blue Belt	Seiuchin Kata
Yon-kyu	4th Level	Green Belt	Naihanchin and Wansu Kata
San-kyu	3rd Level	Brown Belt 3 Red Stripes	Chinto Kata
Ni-kyu	2nd Level	Brown Belt 2 Red Stripes	Kusanku Kata
Ik-kyu	1st Level	Brown Belt 1 Red Stripe	Sunsu Kata
Sho-dan-ho	Not a rank, but a status while being reviewed prior to sho-dan evaluation.		Sanchin Kata
Sho-dan	1st Degree	Brown Belt 1 Black Stripe	All 8 empty-hand kata