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How do you obtain a black belt in karate?
To obtain a black belt in karate you must demonstrate your skills by sparring with an opponent. You must also be able to demonstrate your aptitude to perform certain movements and stances. Some may also require you to have spent a certain amount of time at the previous level.
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9/2/2012 2:05:19 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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How much time is spent training between martial arts belt level?
Each level requires a minimum amount of time learning and training before advancing to the next level. It can be determined either by number of months/years or by hours spent. Some advancements may require demonstrations of technique, while others may necessitate written examinations.
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9/2/2012 2:05:08 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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Who decided to use a belt system to rank martial arts levels?
The person to originate the use of a belt ranking system was Kano Jigoro, the founder of Judo, in the 1880's.
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9/2/2012 2:02:49 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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I what ways does belt color differentiate from various styles of martial arts?

Many styles of martial arts use a belt ranking system; however they may not all equate to the same skill level. Here are a few styles and their ranking order:

Karate - white, yellow, orange, green, blue, brown and black

Tae Kwon Do - white, yellow, green, blue, red and black

Judo - only uses white, brown, red and black

Kung Fu - no established belt ranking system

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9/2/2012 2:02:37 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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What is the dirty belt theory?
This is a theory/myth about the colors of belt order changing due to them simply becoming dirty. In the older days, everyone (including masters) wore white belts. No one washed their belts back then, so after many years the belts would fade from white to yellow, then brown, and eventually to black. If you had a black belt, people knew you were a master since it would indicate that you had been practicing for a very long time.
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9/2/2012 2:02:26 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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How do I properly tie a martial arts belt?

Tying a martial arts belt properly is a sign of respect. It is very important that you master the art of tying the belt properly. I have found you a very helpful video tutorial on tying a martial arts belt that should be very useful.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xz1Ol6gEY8A

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9/2/2012 2:00:47 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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What are the associations of martial arts belt ranks?
The color of the belt signifies the amount of knowledge you have obtained. Wearing a white/yellow belt means you know some basics - in terms of blocks, kicks and punches. You will reach a better understanding of martial arts techniques in further levels like green, blue and purple. Brown and black level students have applied learned techniques.
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9/2/2012 2:00:07 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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In martial arts training, what is considered a master belt?
A master belt is achieved when a student reaches the fifth-degree black belt.
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9/2/2012 1:59:48 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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Why do some martial arts students wear both a red and white belt? What is the significance of this?
Wearing both of these belts together signifies that they are somewhere between the 6th and 8th Dan black belt level.
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9/2/2012 1:57:30 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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Who decided that black should be the last color for belt grading in martial arts?
Each belt color signifies a level of skill and technique learned throughout training. If each belt color is combined together (yellow, orange, green, purple, blue, brown and red) they would eventually produce black - thus determining why black is the final color level.
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9/2/2012 1:36:43 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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What does the black belt represent in martial arts training?
The black belt in a culmination of all preceding colors of training. A trainees journey is a never-ending one. Although a student has achieved a black belt, does not mean that their journey is complete. The black belt phase should be viewed as a new beginning. Keep in mind there are 10 levels within the black belt achievement.
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9/2/2012 1:36:26 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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How was the color order for martial arts belts determined?
The color order was determined years ago when the belts were individually dyed from one level to the next, rather than replacing an old belt for a new one. Since the belts were dyed, the colors went from lightest to darkest, making the process easier.
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9/2/2012 1:36:16 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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In terms of martial arts belts, what does a blue belt signify?
The blue belt represents the sky and a continued upward attainment. The blue belt signifies the sky and heavens.
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9/2/2012 1:31:26 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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What is the meaning behind a purple martial arts belt?
Purple represents the stability of the blue (level prior) and the energy of the red (following level). The color purple is commonly associated with the idea of royalty and symbolizes ideas of power and luxury. At this point in the training, students should have an understanding of Taekwondo basics and should begin to understanding the meaning and significance of the black belt.
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9/2/2012 1:31:17 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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How many hours of training will I need to graduate from a brown belt to a black belt?
Acquiring a black belt in martial arts will require a minimum of 900 hours of training. Keep in mind that is only to reach the first Dan level.
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9/2/2012 1:31:05 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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What does the white martial arts belt signify?

A white belt represents birth. A white belt student is a beginner seeking knowledge.

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9/2/2012 1:29:26 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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How many hours will I need to train in martial arts to graduate from a blue belt to a brown belt?
I asked a good friend of mine, who happens to be an instructor, he told me that to advance you will need to complete a minimum of 300 hours of training.
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9/2/2012 1:29:11 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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What does the green-colored martial arts belt signify?
At a green belt level, students learn to strengthen and refine their technique. In Japanese culture, this color represents the growth of a seed (the student) as it sprouts from the earth and begins to grow into a plant.
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9/2/2012 1:28:59 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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How many hours of training will I need to put in to replace my orange belt in martial arts to a green belt?
If you are very dedicated to your training, you should be able to get a green belt after 150 hours of training.
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9/2/2012 1:27:03 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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What does the color of the yellow martial arts belt signify?
Both the yellow and orange belts signify the sun. Yellow represents the rising sun and orange the sunset.
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9/2/2012 1:26:41 PM • Adidas Martial... • Answered on Sep 02, 2012
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