Sankyu (3rd Degree Brown Belt) consists of 30 Self
Defense Techniques and 22 Variations, 2 Katas 2 Kick Combinations, 2 Sweeps,
& 1 Takedown.
This is the beginning of the intermediate levels and the time required for testing for Sankyu (3rd Degree Brown Belt) varies from person to person, since each person advances at their own rate and is tested individually. The time required for test preparation and review is approximately 20 to 30 weeks. This review & test preparation time varies depending on how much review time is needed for the student.
At this point in the students training they have learned 285 Self Defense Techniques and Variations, & 9 Katas.
The 3rd Degree Brown Belt Test will also include all techniques and basics taught in
Yellow Belt thru 3rd Degree Brown Belt, and all Katas taught in Orange Belt thru 3rd
Degree Brown Belt. This is the first test where all the material learned is tested
together.