JKA Campsie - Intermediate
Take Your Karate to the Next Level
Ready to move beyond the basics? The JKA Campsie Intermediate class is designed for students who have developed a solid foundation in
Shotokan Karate and are ready to build greater skill, confidence, strength and control.
What You’ll Work On
- Refining your kihon (basic techniques)
- Developing stronger kata and understanding of movement
- Improving kumite (sparring) skills
- Building speed, timing, balance and coordination
- Developing discipline, focus and confidence
- Preparing for grading and future progression
Train With Purpose
Our Intermediate classes provide a challenging but supportive environment where students can continue developing their karate at their own pace. Whether your goal is to improve your technique, prepare for your next grading, compete, or simply become a stronger martial artist, there’s always something new to work towards.
Intermediate Syllabus at JKA Campsie
6th Kyu
5th Kyu
4th Kyu
The JKA 6th Kyu grading represents another significant step in a student’s karate journey, requiring greater precision, control and consistency in their techniques. Students are expected to demonstrate a strong understanding of their stances, blocks, punches, kicks and kata, while showing improved timing, coordination and focus. At this level, students are encouraged to perform with greater confidence and purpose, applying the principles developed through regular training. Achieving 6th Kyu is a rewarding accomplishment that reflects dedication, discipline and continued commitment to improving in JKA Shotokan Karate.
KIHON | IDOU KIHON – Moving basics
1. CHUUDAN JUNZUKI (step in)
2. JOUDAN AGEUKE (step back)
3. CHUUDAN SOTOUKE (step in)
4. CHUUDAN UCHIUKE (step back)
5. KOUKUTSU SHUTOU UKE (step in)
6. MAEGERI (GEDAN KAKIWAKE) (step in)
7. YOKOGERI KEAGE (in KIBA DACHI, right and left) (step in)
8. YOKOGERI KEKOMI (in KIBA DACHI, right and left) (step in)
KATA
HEIAN NIDAN
KUMITE
KIHON IPPON KUMITE
(JOUDAN JUNZUKI – right and left; CHUUDAN JUNZUKI – right and left)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Demonstrate Heian 1-2 Kata application of choice.
2. Recite the Dojo Kun (Japanese)
Green Belt (6th Kyu)
The JKA 5th Kyu grading is an important milestone in a student’s karate journey, marking their continued development towards more advanced levels of training. Students are expected to demonstrate greater precision, speed, power and control across their techniques, including stances, blocks, punches, kicks and kata. At this level, students develop a deeper understanding of timing, distance, balance and the correct application of techniques. Achieving 5th Kyu reflects a student’s dedication, discipline and hard work, while preparing them for the challenges of the higher Kyu grades.
KIHON | IDOU KIHON – Moving basics
1. CHUUDAN JUNZUKI (step in)
2. JOUDAN AGEUKE, GYAKU ZUKI (step back)
3. CHUUDAN SOTOUKE, GYAKU ZUKI (step in)
4. CHUUDAN UCHIUKE, GYAKU ZUKI (step back)
5. KOUKUTSU SHUTOU UKE (step in)
6. MAEGERI (GEDAN KAKIWAKE) (step in)
7. YOKOGERI KEAGE (in KIBA DACHI, right and left) (step in)
8. YOKOGERI KEKOMI (in KIBA DACHI, right and left) (step in)
KATA
HEIAN SANDAN
KUMITE
KIHON IPPON KUMITE
(JOUDAN JUNZUKI – right and left; CHUUDAN JUNZUKI – right and left; CHUUDAN MAEGERI GEDAN KAKIWAKE– right and left)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Demonstrate Heian 1-3 Kata application of choice.
Blue Belt (5th Kyu)
The JKA 4th Kyu grading marks an important stage in a student’s progression towards the higher levels of karate. Students are expected to demonstrate strong technique, speed, power and control, while showing a deeper understanding of timing, distance, balance and movement. Their performance in stances, blocks, punches, kicks and kata should reflect consistency, confidence and focus developed through regular training. Achieving 4th Kyu is a significant accomplishment that demonstrates commitment, discipline and determination, and prepares students for the more demanding grades ahead.
KIHON | IDOU KIHON – Moving basics
1. CHUUDAN JUNZUKI (step in)
2. SANDON RENZUKI (step in)
3. JOUDAN AGEUKE, GYAKU ZUKI (step back)
4. CHUUDAN SOTOUKE, GYAKU ZUKI (step in)
5. CHUUDAN UCHIUKE, GYAKU ZUKI (step back)
6. KOUKUTSU SHUTOU UKE, ZENKUTSU NUKITE (step in)
7. MAEGERI (GEDAN KAKIWAKE) (step in)
8. YOKOGERI KEAGE (in KIBA DACHI, right and left) (step in)
9. YOKOGERI KEKOMI (in ZENKUTSU DACHI) (step in)
KATA
HEIAN YONDAN
KUMITE
KIHON IPPON KUMITE
(JOUDAN JUNZUKI – right and left; CHUUDAN JUNZUKI – right and left; CHUUDAN MAEGERI GEDAN KAKIWAKE – right and left; CHUUDAN YOKOGERI KEKOMI – right and left)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Demonstrate Heian 1-4 Kata application of choice.