Your next activity starts on the mat.

White belt marks the start of training. Begin by learning the class routine and the basic positions your instructor demonstrates.

Return to the fundamentals with a little more familiarity. Use feedback from your instructor to choose a detail to improve.

Practice connecting individual movements into a sequence. Ask about the forms and techniques required for this stage.

Revisit what you have learned and pay attention to accuracy. A familiar movement can still offer something new to work on.

Keep earlier techniques in practice while learning what comes next. Your instructor can explain the expectations for your current rank.

Work on consistency across a sequence, including the parts you find difficult. Review test preparation with your instructor.

Bring attention to how one movement leads into another. Ask which aspects of technique need the most practice at this stage.

Use your growing experience to practice with care. Review both current material and the foundations it builds upon.

Review the material accumulated through earlier ranks. Identify questions and areas for correction before preparing for the next assessment.

Make a clear practice plan with your instructor. Preparation includes understanding what will be assessed and which details still need attention.

Continue refining technique as you work toward the later ranks. Confirm the current curriculum and testing expectations with your school.

This rank comes before black belt in the Dynamic Kick progression. Your instructor will explain the preparation and assessment process.

Reaching black belt leaves more to study. Speak with the school about continuing your training and the opportunities available at this level.