Friday, December 13, 2024
spot_imgspot_imgspot_img

Teacher Certificate

Shidoin and Jun-Shihan Application

These certifications can be considered “assistant instructor” and “instructor” certifications.  These individuals are deemed qualified by their Sensei/Shihan as having the requisite teaching skill to convey the art of Uechi-Ryu Karate.  It is understood that the Sensei/Shihan has provided the Shidoin/Jun Shihan applicant with an appropriate amount of time and instructing experience.  It is recommended that the Sensei/Shihan develop a program to ensure quality and standards.

Shidoin (Intermediate Instructor) Qualifications:

  • Rank at time of application:  Shodan (special consideration granted to Ikkyu if they have already been assisting/teaching at time of promotion.

Jun Shihan (Associate Instructor) Qualifications: 

  • Rank at time of application:  Yondan (special consideration granted to Sandan if they have received Shidoin Certification at Shodan)

 

Shihan Application

Since Shihan is considered a master teacher of the art, emphasis is placed on the teaching skill of the candidate, not the physical ability to perform the movements.

Qualifications:

  1. Candidate must be a Godan (5th) Degree or higher.
  2. Candidate must be member of the IUKF or be a member of an IUKF dojo in good standing.
  3. Candidate must be an active teacher of adults, children or both, and has shown excellence in their teaching skills at the dojo, at regional workouts, or summer camp.
    • This means that the candidate teaches on a regular basis (“x” times per week), not simply once in a while. Teaching is a honed skill and must be constantly worked. Therefore Shihan candidates must either own or train at an active dojo.
    • Candidate must be either an instructor or assistant instructor at a dojo.