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4. Kyū — Grading Requirements Last updated: 8 July 2026
Minimum age: 14 years
Preparation time: 6 months
Minimum practice: 30 days
Number of seminars: 1
Grading fee: 20 EUR

The above requirements are minimum requirements, i.e. they assume above-average attendance at classes and at seminars. The head of the dojo decides on admission, in your best interests and with the aim of enabling you to successfully complete the passage.

Important: read the information on the grading procedures.

4. Kyū — Grading Information

Theme

  • Fluent execution of techniques
  • Zanshin

Preparation

  • Self-reliant grading preparation with other dojo members
  • If you have not already done so, sign up for a membership with the Aikido Föderation Deutschland in good time before the passage. In addition to the dojo’s mudansha book, bring the federation’s passport to the passage.

Order of the Passage

Individual Exercises (Aiki Taiso)

Suwari Waza

  • Shikko (Mae, Ushiro, Tenkan)
  • Mae Ukemi – 2 forms
  • Ushiro Ukemi – 3 forms

Tachi Waza

  • Mae Ukemi – 3 forms
  • Ushiro Ukemi – 4 forms

Partner Exercises (Awase)

  • Tai No Tenkan
  • Ukemi from Ai-Hanmi Katate-Dori Ikkyo (connection as Uke)

Techniques

All techniques are shown in both omote and ura (where applicable).