As well as the Eight kata that are required for you to reach 1st Dan i.e: Kihon Kata, Heian's 1-5,
Tekki Shodan & Bassai-Dai; you were required to learn the following kata for your Shodan
or 1st Dan Black Belt exam
Kanku-Dai, Tekki Nidan, Jiin, Jitte, Jion, Hangetsu, Empi, Chinte.
Candidates may select any one of the following kata:
Nijushiho, Bassai Sho, Sochin & Kanku-sho.
That's 17 kata in all for your 2nd Dan! That's the same as learning as little as one new kata every Two months from when you passed your Shodan exam.
As with all other kata within Shotokan, please ensure you learn the meaning and bunkai of the kata before you attempt them in any exams.
Click here for a sample of combinations during the Shodan exam & here for some tips on freestyle kumite.
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