British Judo Association

SENIOR KYU GRADE PROMOTION SYLLABUS

EFFECTIVE 1ST APRIL 2008

BRITISH JUDO ASSOCIATION
SENIOR KYU GRADE PROMOTION SYLLABUS

INTRODUCTION

This syllabus, effective from 1 April 2008, supersedes all previously published syllabi. All previously taken
theory examinations higher than the contest grade are no longer valid.

Within the British Judo Association (BJA) there are six Kyu grades. The grades are indicated by the following
coloured belts:

Promotion within the Kyu grades is based on technical knowledge and understanding, together with Japanese
terminology and supplementary knowledge. There is no contest requirement in the Kyu Grade syllabus
however there is a progressively structured Randori element at the higher grades, where at the highest level,
Randori is based on open skills.

For grades up to and including 4th Kyu, promotion examinations should be completed within the candidate’s

club and can be examined by the same coach that instructed the candidate.

For 3rd Kyu and above, promotion examinations may be completed within the club but candidates may also
grade at Inter-club, area promotion examinations and at any other event such as a Technical Training course. It
is good practice that the examiner should be different from the coach.

With regular study and training, the judoka should be able to complete the syllabus and attain the grade of 1st
Kyu in approximately three years (the keen judoka may attain the grade of 1st Kyu after two years of diligent
study). It is, however, vitally important that all they follow the progressive study of techniques detailed in this
syllabus and attempt promotion to next grade at regular intervals.

All judoka are encouraged to take increasing responsibility for their technical development as they progress
through the grades and it may be necessary for them to undertake supplementary study and training in
addition to that which is available at the player’s club. Study of the BJA Technical Grading Syllabus (TGS) and
other resources will be highly beneficial (see page 5 for further information).

Important Notes:

1. Candidates can only be graded one grade at a time.
2. Although there is no contest requirement in this promotion syllabus, players are encouraged to
participate in competition of the appropriate level for their age and experience. There are many
competitive opportunities which can be used to supplement the player’s technical development.
MINIMUM AGE

Players may choose to seek promotion under the Senior Kyu Grade syllabus on reaching 14 years of age.
Players are encouraged seek advice from their coach on whether they should seek promotion under the Senior
Kyu Grade Syllabus.

AUTHORITY TO GRADE

The following may conduct examinations in accordance with the Memorandum and articles of the association
and Bye-Laws of the association. They must have either a current valid coach or examiner’s card, hold current
individual membership and are the only ones authorised to submit a completed grading sheet.

Novice to 1st Kyu

BJA Senior Examiners

BJA Examiners

BJA Senior Coaches

UKCC Level 2 Coaches

UKCC Level 3 Coaches

BJA Club Coaches


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ADMINISTRATION

All candidates must hold current BJA Individual Membership: this membership number will be recorded on the
Grading Registration Sheet

Grading test success is registered at BJA Head Office within 7 days by completing the Grade Registration Sheet
in accordance with the instructions on the sheet.

GRADING FEES

The BJA charges a grading fee of £5.00 for all gradings (including transfers). This fee is used for the

administration and development of the BJA’s grading schemes and must be forwarded to the BJA along with

completed Grade Registration Sheet.

The BJA recognises that organisers of gradings may require to add a surcharge to the £5.00 grading fee to cover
additional costs such as venue hire, examiner’s expenses etc. The BJA recommends a maximum surcharge of
£5.00 but recognises that grading organisers may charge more or less depending on circumstances. Any
surcharge should be retained by the grading organiser and not sent to the BJA.

TIME REQUIREMENTS AND FREQUENCY OF PROMOTIONS

Novice Up To and Including 5th Kyu

Candidates may be promoted one Kyu grade per calendar month.

From 4th Kyu and Above

Candidates may be promoted one Kyu grade every three calendar months. There is no limit to the number of
attempts to gain promotion, but it is recommended that the minimum time between attempts for any
promotion above 4th Kyu, is 6 weeks.

NOTES ON THE TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Techniques must be demonstrated in an appropriate practical situation and it is intended that the exam
process should be become greater in depth as the candidate progresses through the grades and acquires
greater knowledge and understanding of Judo.

Some of the terminology that has been included in the earlier grades is to ensure that the candidate is
conversant with, for example, the main terms used in refereeing.

From 4th Kyu and above there is no specific Ukemi requirement. The candidate may, however, be required to
act as Uke and must be able to demonstrate the level of Ukemi required by the grade.

All demonstrations will be presented in a formal manner either static or on the move to the candidate’s
preferred side. All techniques will be demonstrated once only. The examiner may ask for further
demonstrations and also test that the candidate understands the key principles involved in the application of
the technique. Techniques and applications must be demonstrated in an appropriate practical situation that
includes attacking opportunity, best grip and movement.

The examiner may test the candidate on any items from any of the previous grades already passed

Candidates for examination must wear clean judogi and maintain a high standard of personal hygiene. Hair
must be secured back, if it is long enough to impede their partner.

No metallic or hard object may be worn – rings must be removed, it is not sufficient to cover them with
adhesive tape.

Candidates are to be conversant with the contest rules in particular, prohibited acts.

Male and Female candidates may be examined together as can candidates of different age and physique.

All candidates must have a record of contest activity on at least 2 occasions within the last 24 months in their
BJA Record Book under "Record of Judo Events attended", before entering a competitive Dan grading and must
be a minimum age of 15.

Although there are no specified requirements, the candidate must understand and observe the simple
regulations and terminology governing randori, including the correct method for signalling submission.


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PERSONAL CHOICE

For each grade there is element of personal choice. This element has been included to encourage originality
and to assist the judoka in developing a personal style which is suitable for their physique and personality.

TERMINOLOGY AND SUPPLEMENTARY KNOWLEDGE

There is a limited amount of supplementary knowledge required, the main emphasis on the use of the correct
Japanese terminology. For promotion to all grades, candidates are required to know the common English
names and meaning of all Japanese terminology used for the grade and, where appropriate, must be able to
discuss with the examiner the reasons for their choice of technique, grip etc.

CONVERSION FROM THE JUNIOR MON GRADE SYLLABUS

Players of 14 years of age and above who hold a junior (Mon) grade may, if they wish, convert to the Senior
(Kyu) grade. The following table will be used for all Junior (Mon) grade conversions. It may appear that the
Junior (Mon) grade is converting to a lower level of examination; however, this is to allow for a period of
assimilation into the Kyu grade system. Players holding a Junior (Mon) grade will be converted to the senior
(Kyu) grade on reaching the age of 18.

CONVERSION FROM THE 9 KYU GRADE SYLLABUS

Players graded under the 9 Kyu Grade Promotion Syllabus will have their grade converted according to the
following table. There is no charge for this conversion and the conversion may be completed at any time prior

to the first grading attempt under this syllabus. The player’s record book may be updated by anyone with the
authority to grade as previously specified.


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QUALITY CONTROL

Club gradings may be subject to visits from the Area Director of Examiners to ensure a consistent application of
the examination criteria. These visits will be selected on a random basis as a means of sampling a percentage of
the clubs within the area

Areas and Club gradings may be visited by the National Director of Examiners, again to ensure consistent
application of the exam criteria.

TRANSFER FROM IJF/EJU MEMBER ORGANISATIONS

It is acknowledged that there are many Judoka from foreign countries residing in the UK and joining the BJA. If
they hold a grade in an association that is a member of the IJF or EJU, then that grade is accepted by the BJA.
Examiners are to convert the colour belt from the original association to the higher BJA grade e.g. An IJF Kyu

Blue belt would become a BJA 2nd Kyu.

TRANSFER FROM NON BJA ORGANISATIONS

In a similar way to the process for recognising IJF/EJU judoka, candidates from non BJA organisations that have
joined the BJA may convert from the colour held in the previous organisation to the colour appropriate to the
BJA grade. However they must undertake the examination of all the previous grades and this can be done by
examining a percentage of the syllabus deemed suitable by the examiner. If the examiner is satisfied that the
candidate has demonstrated the knowledge and understanding appropriate to the grade being converted he
can add the candidates name to the Grade Registration Sheet annotating the "From Grade" block as initials of
previous organisation e.g. British Judo Council (BJC).

SPECIAL NEEDS GRADINGS

The BJA understands that all judoka have a personal journey to make through the grading system. The purpose
of the grading syllabus is to help coaches provide a safe, fun and stimulating learning environment where all
people with special needs feel confident and motivated to reach their individual potential as a judoka. Special
need judoka may choose in consultation with their coach to take part on this mainstream technical syllabi for
Mon and Kyu grades. If they decide that the mainstream syllabus is not suitable they should contact the
Inclusion commission to participate in the separate Special Needs grading system.

The coach/examiner and judoka should work together and in the practical section where a waza is not possible
due to any type of restriction or limitation by the judoka, then the waza should be substituted for a waza more
appropriate but within the grading criteria. For the verbal part of the exam, the judoka can by any appropriate
means, pass on the information required to the examiner. There is no pass or fail and the examination process
can take minutes or quite a few days. When the examiner is satisfied that the candidate has completed the
requirements for the grade, the promotion is then registered with the BJA and also recorded in the candidates’
record book.

A great amount of discretion is given to the coach and/or examiner, with the grading scheme being very
flexible in dealing with all needs. All mainstream documentation should be utilised, however, on submission of
grade registration to the BJA, the Inclusion Commission is to be copied in (via BJA Head Office attention SN
gradings co-ordinator) with any deviations from the syllabus in order to monitor and distribute best practice.
Although generally considered best practice that a different person should examine than the coach, it is
acknowledged that the candidates own coach is best placed to determine the ability and best time to carry out
the exam.

Important Note:

Each candidate taking part in an examination should be relaxed with no tension or stress. If the candidate is
unable to complete any section of the examination, their coach will either adapt or replace the waza with one
that the candidate is able to complete. The aim is to challenge players according to their individual abilities so
that each player is fully able to reach their potential. The candidate should be given the opportunity to develop
and demonstrate their skills and understanding of judo and therefore qualify and progress through the higher
grades by virtue of their personal efforts. This grading process is a working partnership between coaches,
examiners, players and parents/guardians.


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BJA TECHNICAL GRADING SYLLABUS BOOK

The BJA Technical Grading Syllabus (TGS) referred in this document is a separate publication which may be
purchased directly from the BJA. The TGS is a photographic guide which is intended to act as a memory aid to
assist candidates prepare for grading examinations. The 320-page book is crammed full of coloured

photographs which illustrate the basic principles of body placement and the most effective grips. Many of the
techniques are additionally illustrated by contest photographs and English translations of the Japanese names
are also included. This book is an essential resource for all judoka.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AND INFORMATION

The BJA is developing a range of additional resources to support candidates seeking promotion. These
resources will be available to purchase or to download from the BJA website
(www.britishjudo.org.uk/home/index.php).
Any queries, requests for further information should be addressed to the BJA at the address below.

British Judo Association
Suite B Technology Centre
Epinal Way
Loughborough
LE11 3GE


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FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS
Ukemi:
• Ushiro Ukemi
• Yoko Ukemi
• Mae Mawari Ukemi
Tachi-waza: Osae-komi-waza:

• Osoto-otoshi • Kesa-gatame
• De-ashi-barai • Mune-gatame
• Uki-goshi • Kuzure-kesa-gatame
PERFORMANCE SKILLS
Combination Techniques:

• Osoto-otoshi into Kesa-gatame
• De-ashi-barai into Mune-gatame
• Uki-goshi into Kuzure-kesa-gatame
Ne-waza:

• escape from Kesa-gatame by trapping Uke’s leg
• escape from Mune-gatame using a ‘bridge and roll’ action
• escape from Kuzure-kesa-gatame using ‘sit up and push’
PERSONAL CHOICE

Candidates are required to:
select and demonstrate two tachi-waza and two osae-komi-waza from the BJA Technical Grading Syllabus

TERMINOLOGY AND SUPPLEMENTARY KNOWLEDGE
Candidates are required to:

know the common English translations and meaning of all Japanese terminology used in this section

translate the following Japanese words into their common English names and where appropriate explain

their meaning:

Dojo Hajime Rei

Judogi Matte Toketa

Zori Osae-komi Randori

demonstrate
-the correct tying of the obi

-the correct wearing of the judogi

-the correct bowing procedures Tachi-rei and Za-rei

answer the following questions:

Who is the founder of modern judo?

In which country was judo devised?
NOTES

1. For the personal choice element, the judoka may select any waza from the BJA Technical Grading Syllabus
but it is recommended that less advanced techniques are chosen at the stage.


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FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS
Ukemi:

• Mae Ukemi
Tachi-waza: Osae-komi-waza:

• Tai-otoshi • Yoko-shiho-gatame
• Ippon-seoi-nage • Tate-shiho-gatame
• O-uchi-gari • Kami-shiho-gatame
PERFORMANCE SKILLS
Combination Techniques:

• O-uchi-gari into Tate-shiho-gatame
• Ippon-seoi-nage into Kami-shiho-gatame
• Tai-otoshi into Yoko-shiho-gatame
Ne-waza:

• escape from Kami-shiho-gatame using ‘action and re-action’
• escape from Tate-shiho-gatame using a ‘clamp and roll’ action
• escape from Yoko-shiho-gatame using ‘trap, bridge and roll’
• turnover into Kesa-gatame (Uke in “all fours” position)
• turnover into Mune-gatame (Uke in “all fours” position)
• turnover into Yoko-shiho-gatame
Kumi-kata:

• right and left standard grips
• alternatives to standard grips e.g. right versus left grips, double lapel and high collar grips
Randori:

• demonstration of Nage-komi in light Randori with a co-operative partner
PERSONAL CHOICE

Candidates are required to:
select and demonstrate two tachi-waza and two osae-komi-waza from the BJA Technical Grading Syllabus

TERMINOLOGY AND SUPPLEMENTARY KNOWLEDGE

Candidates are required to:
know the common English translations and meaning of all Japanese terminology used in this section
give two examples of actions against the contest rules

NOTES

1. Nage-komi is introduced for this grade. It is to be demonstrated in the form of light randori which be of
approximately two minutes duration with each judoka throwing alternately. Although throws may be
repeated, the examiner will expect to see a variety and, if possible, to both right and left sides.
2. Kumi-kata is a requirement for this grade and the judoka is required to demonstrate the standard grips and
alternatives.
3. For the personal choice element, the judoka may select any waza from the BJA Technical Grading Syllabus
but it is recommended that less advanced techniques are chosen at the stage.
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5TH – 4TH

KYU KYU

FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS

Tachi-waza:

• Tsuri-komi-goshi • Ko-uchi-gari
• O-goshi • Ko-soto-gake
• Seoi-otoshi • Ko-soto-gari
• Morote-seoi-nage
• O-soto-gari
PERFORMANCE SKILLS
Combination Techniques:

• O-uchi-gari into Ko-uchi-gari • any technique as combinations with
• Ko-uchi-gari into O-soto-gari or O-soto-gake -Seoi-otoshi
• Ko-uchi-gari into Morote-seoi-nage -Ko-uchi-gari
• Ippon-seoi-nage into Ko-uchi-gari
Counter Techniques:

• O-uchi-gari countered by Tsuri-komi-goshi • Tai-otoshi countered by Ko-soto-gari
Ne-waza:

• escape • arm roll
-from Kesa-gatame using ‘bridge and roll’ -from behind Uke
-into Kesa-gatame from between Uke’s legs’ -from in front of Uke
-into Yoko-shiho-gatame from between • turn over from underneath Uke into Tate-shiho-gatame
Uke’s legs

Randori:

• demonstration of attacking and defending in light Randori with a co-operative partner
PERSONAL CHOICE

Candidates are required to:

• select and demonstrate three waza (two tachi-waza and one ne-waza) from the BJA Technical Grading
Syllabus and demonstrate them as a combination, a counter and as a transition into ne-waza
TERMINOLOGY AND SUPPLEMENTARY KNOWLEDGE

Candidates are required to:
know the common English translations and meaning of all Japanese terminology used in this section and
must be able to discuss with the Examiner the reasons for their choice of technique, grip etc

translate the following Japanese words into their common English names and where appropriate explain
their meaning:
Shido Hiki-wake Uke Tori
Hantei Hansoku-make Waza-ari-awasete-ippon
demonstrate the Referee’s signals for:

Matte Osae-komi Toketa Adjusting the judogi
demonstrate the proper procedures for coming onto and leaving the mat during a contest
give two examples of actions (not grips) against the contest rules
give two examples of grips against the contest rules for negative or safety reasons

NOTES

1. Randori is introduced for this grade. It is to be demonstrated in the form of light randori of approximately
three minutes duration. The examiner will expect to see a variety of waza and kumi-kata and, if possible,
throws to both right and left sides.
2. For the personal choice element, techniques must be demonstrated in an appropriate practical situation
that includes attacking opportunity, best grip and appropriate movement.
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4TH

KYU – 3RD KYU

FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS

Tachi-waza: Kansetsu-waza:

• Harai-goshi • Ude-gatame
• Uchi-mata • Waki-gatame
• Hiza-guruma • Hiza-gatame
• Sasae-tsuri-komi-ashi • Juji-gatame
• Hane-goshi
• Okuri-ashi-barai
• Morote-eri-seoi-nage
PERFORMANCE SKILLS
Kansetsu-waza:

• Juji-gatame
– sit back entry
– roll over entry
– over the shoulder entry
– entry from beneath
Randori:

• demonstration of attacking, defence, avoidance and continuous attacking performance skills in Tachi-waza
and Ne-waza in Randori with a co-operative partner
PERSONAL CHOICE

Candidates are required to:

• select and demonstrate four techniques from the BJA Technical Grading Syllabus and demonstrate them
individually and then as a series of combinations and counters
TERMINOLOGY AND SUPPLEMENTARY KNOWLEDGE

Candidates are required to:
know the common English translations and meaning of all Japanese terminology used in this section and
must be able to discuss with the Examiner the reasons for their choice of technique, grip etc

NOTES

1. During the Randori demonstration the player will be required to demonstrate knowledge of basic
performance skills e.g. Kumi-kata, Renzoku-waza, Renraku-waza and Kaeshi-waza. The duration of the
Randori will be approximately four minutes.
2. For the personal choice element, techniques must be demonstrated in an appropriate practical situation
that includes attacking opportunity, best grip and appropriate movement. Demonstrations must include
two combinations, two counters and two transitions into ne-waza. Combinations and counters can be
either tachi-waza or ne-waza or a combination of both. Techniques must be demonstrated in an
appropriate practical situation that includes attacking opportunity, best grip and appropriate movement.
It is expected that the player will select appropriate techniques which will allow for the demonstration of
the more advanced combinations and counters.

3. Kansetsu-waza is introduced for this grade and the demonstrations must be made in a controlled manner
with special attention being paid to the safety of Uke.
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3RD KYU – 2ND KYU

FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS

Tachi-waza: Shime-waza:

• Koshi-guruma • Okuri-eri-jime
• Tani-otoshi • Nami-juji-jime
• Yoko-guruma • Gyaku-juji-jime
• Tomoe-nage
• Kata-uchi-ashi-dori
• Soto-kibisu-gaeshi Kansetsu-waza:
• Kata-guruma • Ude-garami
• Morote-gari
• Soto-ashi-dori-ouchi-gari
• Uchi-kibisu-gaeshi
PERFORMANCE SKILLS
Combination Techniques:

• Ude-garami from Kuzure-kesa-gatame
Tachi-waza: Ne-waza:

• Yoko-kata-guruma-otoshi • Koshi-jime – Uke makes Seoi-otoshi (dropping attack)
• Kata-te-jime -Uke in “all fours” position
• Nami-juji-jime – Uke on top (between Tori’s legs)
• Gyaku-juji-jime – Uke on top (between Tori’s legs)
• Okuri-eri-jime – Uke makes Seoi-otoshi (dropping attack)
Tachi-waza:
Kumi-kata:

• introduction to performance Kumi-kata (gripping) skills (refer to TLP 12-13 Mon)
Randori:

• demonstration of attacking defence, avoidance, continuous attacking performance skills in Tachi-waza and
Ne-waza in Randori with a co-operative partner
PERSONAL CHOICE 1

Candidates are required to:

• select and demonstrate four techniques from the BJA Technical Grading Syllabus and demonstrate them
individually and then as a series combinations and counters
OR

PERSONAL CHOICE 2

Kata

• demonstrate any two sets of the Nage-no-kata or any two sets of the Katame-no-kata or either of first 2
sets of the Go-no-sen-no-kata
TERMINOLOGY AND SUPPLEMENTARY KNOWLEDGE

Candidates are required to:

• know the common English translations and meaning of all Japanese terminology used in this section and
must be able to discuss with the Examiner the reasons for their choice of technique, grip etc
NOTES

1. During the Randori demonstration the player will be required to demonstrate knowledge of basic
performance skills e.g. Kumi-kata, Renzoku-waza, Renraku-waza and Kaeshi-waza. The duration of the
Randori will be approximately four minutes.
2. For the personal choice element, techniques must be demonstrated in an appropriate practical situation
that includes attacking opportunity, best grip and appropriate movement. Demonstrations must include
two combinations, two counters and two transitions into ne-waza. Combinations and counters can be
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either tachi-waza or ne-waza or a combination of both. Techniques must be demonstrated in an

appropriate practical situation that includes attacking opportunity, best grip and appropriate movement.
It is expected that the player will select appropriate techniques which will allow for the demonstration of
the more advanced combinations and counters.

3. Kata is offered as personal choice for this grade. Demonstrations must be performed in the traditional
manner and include the formal opening and closing bowing procedures.
2ND KYU – 1ST KYU

FUNDAMENTAL SKILLS

Tachi-waza: Tachi-waza:

• Sode-tsuri-komi-goshi • Soto-maki-komi
• Te-guruma • Yoko-tomoe-nage
• Ryo-hiza-seoi-otoshi • Kata-hiza-te-ouchi-gake-ashi-dori
• Sumi-gaeshi
• Yoko-gake
Shime-waza:

• Ko-uchi-gake-mata-maki-komi
• Ushiro-goshi • Kata-ha-jime
• Ura-nage • Hadaka-jime
• Uki-otoshi • Kata-te-ashi-koshi-jime
• San-gaku-jime
PERFORMANCE SKILLS

• knowledge of performance forms of selected techniques (see TLP)
Tachi-waza:

• Demonstrate any two variations of Sumi-gaeshi
Ne-waza:

• San-gaku-gatame – complex entry • Hadaka-jime – Uke prone position
• San-gaku-jime – complex entry • Kata-ha-jime – Uke “all fours” position
• San-gaku-osae-gatame – turnover and hold
Randori:

• demonstration of attacking defence, avoidance, continuous attacking performance skills in Tachi-waza and
Ne-waza in Randori with a co-operative partner
PERSONAL CHOICE 1

Candidates are required to:

• select and demonstrate four techniques from the BJA Technical Grading Syllabus and demonstrate them
individually and then as a series combinations and counters
OR

PERSONAL CHOICE 2

Kata

• demonstrate any three sets of the Nage-no-kata or the complete Katame-no-kata or the complete Go-nosen-no-kata
TERMINOLOGY AND SUPPLEMENTARY KNOWLEDGE

Candidates are required to:

• know the common English translations and meaning of all Japanese terminology used in this section and
must be able to discuss with the Examiner the reasons for their choice of technique, grip etc
• give three example of any of the penalties in Article 27
NOTES

1. During the Randori demonstration the player will be required to demonstrate knowledge of basic
performance skills e.g. Kumi-kata, Renzoku-waza, Renraku-waza and Kaeshi-waza. The duration of the
Randori will be approximately four minutes.
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2. For the personal choice element, techniques must be demonstrated in an appropriate practical situation
that includes attacking opportunity, best grip and appropriate movement. Demonstrations must include
two combinations, two counters and two transitions into ne-waza. Combinations and counters can be
either tachi-waza or ne-waza or a combination of both. Techniques must be demonstrated in an
appropriate practical situation that includes attacking opportunity, best grip and appropriate movement.
It is expected that the player will select appropriate techniques which will allow for the demonstration of
the more advanced combinations and counters.

3. Kata is offered as personal choice for this grade. Demonstrations must be performed in the traditional
manner and include the formal opening and closing bowing procedures.
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APPENDIX 1 -TERMINOLOGY

Japanese English Translation TGS Page
De-ashi-barai Advancing Foot Sweep 12
Dojo Judo practice hall
Gyaku-juji-jime Reverse Cross Strangle 182
Hadaka-jime Naked Strangle 183
Hajime Begin -Referee’s command to start a judo contest
Hane-goshi Spring Hip 13
Hansoku-make Disqualification
Hantei
Decision -Referee’s command requesting a decision from the corner
judges at the end of a judo contest
Harai-goshi Sweeping Hip 15
Hiki-wake Referee’s announcement of a draw at the end of a contest
Hiza-guruma Knee Wheel 18
Ippon Complete point
Ippon-seoi-nage One arm shoulder 20
Judogi Judo uniform
Judoka Judo player
Juji-gatame Cross armlock 201
Kaeshi-waza Counter techniques
Kami-shiho-gatame Upper four quarters hold 167
Kata-guruma Shoulder wheel 124
Kata-ha-jime Single collar strangle 185
Kata-hiza-te-ouchi-gake-ashi-dori Single knee hand major inside hook 24
Kata-te-ashi-koshi-jime Single hand leg hip strangle 187
Kata-te-jime Strangle with one hand
Kata-uchi-ashi-dori Single inner leg grab 28
Kesa-gatame Scarf hold 169
Koshi-guruma Hip wheel 29
Ko-soto-gake Minor outer hook 30
Ko-soto-gari Minor outer reaping 31
Ko-uchi-gake-mata-maki-komi Minor inner hook thigh winding 33
Ko-uchi-gari Minor inner reaping 34
Ko-uchi-gake Minor inner hook 32
Kumi-kata Engagement position
Kuzure-kami-shiho-gatame Broken upper four quarters hold 170
Kuzure-kesa-gatame Broken scarf hold 171
Kuzure-tate-shiho-gatame Broken lengthwise four quarters hold 172
Mae Mawari Ukemi Forward rolling breakfall
Morote-eri-seoi-nage Two handed lapel shoulder 37
Morote-gari Double leg grab 135
Morote-seoi-nage Two handed shoulder 134
Mune-gatame Chest hold 175
Nage-komi Repetitive throwing

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BRITISH JUDO ASSOCIATION
SENIOR KYU GRADE PROMOTION SYLLABUS

Nami-juji-jime Normal cross strangle 191
Ne-waza Groundwork techniques
Obi Belt
O-goshi Major hip 42
Okuri-ashi-barai Double foot sweep 44
Okuri-eri-jime Sliding collar strangle 192
Osae-komi Hold down
Osae-komi-waza Holding techniques
Osoto-otoshi Major outer drop 138
O-uchi-gari Major inner reaping 50
Randori Free practice
Rei Bow
Renraku-waza Combination techniques in the opposite direction
Renzoku-waza Combination techniques in the same or similar direction
Ryo-hiza-seoi-otoshi Two knee shoulder drop 53
San-gaku-jime Triangular strangle 194
San-gaku-osae-gatame Triangular strangle and hold down
Sasae-tsuri-komi-ashi Propping drawing ankle 54
Seoi-otoshi Shoulder drop 56
Shido Light penalty (minor infringement)
Sode-tsuri-komi-goshi Sleeve lift pull hip 21
Soto-ashi-dori-ouchi-gari Outside leg grab major inner sweep 57
Soto-kibisu-gaeshi Outer heel trip 58
Soto-maki-komi Outside winding 59
Sumi-gaeshi Corner throw 62
Tachi-rei Standing bow
Tachi-waza Standing techniques
Tai-otoshi Hand throw body drop 63
Tani-otoshi Valley drop 64
Tate-shiho-gatame Lengthwise four quarters hold 177
Te-guruma Hand wheel 65
Toketa Hold broken
Tomoe-nage Circle throw 66
Tori The offensive or attacking Judoka
Tsuri-komi-goshi Drawing hip 70
Uchi-kibisu-gaeshi Inner heel trip 71
Uchi-mata Inner thigh 73
Ude-garami Entangled armlock 202
Ude-gatame Arm lock 305
Uke The defensive or defending Judoka
Uki-goshi Floating hip 74
Uki-otoshi Floating drop 75
Uki-waza Floating throw 159
Ura-nage Rear throw 77
Ushiro Ukemi Rear breakfall
Ushiro-goshi Rear hip 78


BRITISH JUDO ASSOCIATION
SENIOR KYU GRADE PROMOTION SYLLABUS

Waza-ari-awasete-ippon Complete point from two waza-aris
Yoko Ukemi Side breakfall
Yoko-gake Side hook 82
Yoko-guruma Side wheel 83
Yoko-kata-guruma-otoshi Side shoulder wheel body drop 84
Yoko-shiho-gatame Side four quarters hold 173
Yoko-tomoe-nage Side circle throw 86
Za-rei Kneeling bow
Zori Judo footwear