GTI Grading Syllabus.

In the GTI there are a series of exams that test the student in a number of areas. These include the Patterns, Sparring, Breaking/Destruction, Self Defence, Line work and Theory.

The exams, or gradings as they are often called, are done by an outside Examiner from the GTI so as a student you know that you have earned your Belt and Rank.

The exams are usually about Three months apart but there is a set amount of time you have to train before you are eligible to be examined.

The Grading is a very formal occasion and full respect must be shown to the examiner and other Black Belts who are there.

If you have trained hard and learnt your theory there is never anything to worry about at a grading. It is a chance for you to demonstrate what you have learnt and how you have progressed.

Here are the grading criteria for all exams from White Belt to F1st Degree Black Belt.

Pattern: Dan-Gun
Practical: Twin forearm block, Turning kicks, Knife hand guarding block.
Theory: Pattern definition and the Korean for all techniques you have learnt including Blocks and Sections of the Body. You need to know the definition of Green Belt.
Self Defence: Release from double wrist grab.
Sparring: Three-Step Sparring 1 to 6
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Pattern: Choong-Moo
Practical: Advanced and basic line work.
Theory: Everything that you have learnt during the years of your training and a brief history of Korea and the three kingdoms. A good general knowledge on world religions and Korea in the world would also help.
Self Defence: Bear hug, headlocks, throat grabs and a number of attacks.
Destruction: Examiners choice but a jumping technique will be required.
Sparring: Free Sparring, One step Sparring (advanced), Two Step Sparring, Semi Free and Three step Sparring

Pre-Grading: This is an opportunity for all senior belt students to meet and train with other red/black belt students in the area. However since all students are of a senior level, the training sessions are probably the hardest training sessions you are likely to be involved in, but have the benefit of allowing you to assess your level of fitness and ability away from the comfort zone of your own school.

Attendance is recommended but optional for for Red belt student. It is compulsory for black tag students who are about to go for their first Dan grading to attend 3 pre-grading sessions.
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