Seiko-Kai Shito-Ryu Karate-Do Australia Dynomite Dragons Karate   Dynomite’s ages 4-5   We teach a mixture of self-defence, kata (patterns) and sport karate to our students who have begun to grasp the basics of karate. The emphasis is on physical exercise and self-control. Our students learn balance co- ordination, self-respect, confidence & discipline. It is continually re-inforced to our Dynomite’s that Karate must not be played at school only in our Centre under Sensei’s eyes. We understand that Dynomite’s are slower learners and also require a different style of teaching and a shorter class to cater for their short attention span. The classes are a mixture of traditional and modern teaching methods with the emphasis on increasing self-confidence while still ensuring that the etiquette and discipline expected in Karate is followed. In simple the Dynomites class is an introduction to Karate.’ Grading’s (Belt Testing) There are 8 colour belt levels for Dynomite’s. In order for the student to see that they are progressing, it is standard practice in Karate for belts to be issued once a student reaches an applicable level and passes the prescribed tests. As further incentive to keep Dynomite’s motivated, small tests are taken each week to ensure they are progressing. Dynomites must obtain 10 stripes on their belt to be enable them to test for the next level.