GRADES of ROKUDAN (6th Dan) & ABOVE
By Invitation only
These assessments and ratifications will be awarded by a specially convened panel of the most senior Instructors in the I.T.K.C.A. consisting of members from affiliated countries.
At these Gradings the candidate must prove a minimum of 23, 30, 40, 45, 55 years training consistently respectively.
Must Demonstrate Bunkai and Method for all required Kata
The candidate must prove expertise in all areas of their karate style ie Local, National, International participation and successes in competition Kata & Kumite individual & Team proof of Level of representation National & International.
Teaching accreditation & record of achievement at all levels.
Thesis, History, & projection of Traditional Karate as required for each of the Levels taken. 50 to 100 pages or as requested
Must be candidates own work and not plagiarised