Dynamo Sports Center
8th Hachi Kyu (yellow/orange belt)
JUDO RANK PROMOTION EXAM
# 8ᵗʰ Hachi Kyu (yellow/orange belt)
| Fundamentals of standing judo | Ashi Waza | Koshi Waza | Te Waza | Kata Waza | Fundamentals of judo floor | Sutemi Waza | Katame Waza | Kansetsu Waza | Shime Waza |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuzushi
Tsukuri kake | Hiza guruma | Tai-otoshi | Basic movement of attack-tori between uke's legs | Kata gatame
Hon kesa gatame |
The 8th Hachi Kyu (Yellow/Orange Belt) marks the next stage in a young judoka's technical development. At this level, students begin connecting the fundamental principles of judo with more dynamic movement, improving their ability to perform techniques with proper timing, balance, and control.
Training focuses on understanding the complete mechanics of throwing techniques while continuing to strengthen groundwork skills. Students develop greater confidence, coordination, and body awareness as they prepare for more advanced combinations and transitions in future belt levels.
To earn the 8th Hachi Kyu (Yellow/Orange Belt), students demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:
- Fundamentals of Standing Judo: Kuzushi (breaking balance), Tsukuri (positioning), and Kake (execution of the throw).
- Ashi Waza (Foot Techniques): Hiza Guruma.
- Te Waza (Hand Techniques): Tai Otoshi.
- Fundamentals of Judo Groundwork (Ne Waza): Basic movement with tori attacking between uke's legs.
- Katame Waza (Holding Techniques): Kata Gatame and Hon Kesa Gatame.
These techniques help students develop a deeper understanding of judo mechanics while improving their ability to transition smoothly between standing techniques and groundwork. Mastering these skills prepares young judoka for increasingly advanced techniques introduced in higher kyu ranks.
At Dynamo Sports Center, students follow a structured curriculum with clearly defined objectives for every belt level. Promotion to the 8th Hachi Kyu (Yellow/Orange Belt) is based on technical proficiency, safe execution of techniques, discipline, attendance, effort, and overall understanding of judo principles.
The 8th Hachi Kyu (Yellow/Orange Belt) represents an important step forward in a student's judo journey, demonstrating improved technical ability, stronger fundamentals, and readiness for the next stage of development.
