Belts

A Black Belt is simply a White Belt that never gave up.

One of the most exciting experiences of your Martial Arts training is rank testing for your next colored belt. This is an EARNED OPPORTUNITY that is scheduled and based on your continuous growth and development in the Martial Arts. Although colored belt ranks may appear to be the same within the various disciplines and styles of Martial Arts, United Studios of Self Defense has structured a system of required material outline for each belt rank. This structure will ensure you are continuously expanding your skills and gaining the necessary physical and mental principles towards your next belt rank.

Hachikyu

White is the color of innocence. The White Belt symbolizes one who’s mind and spirit are “blank;” one who knows little or nothing about the Martial Arts. It is the color of the beginner.

Shichikyu

Yellow is the color of the sun as well as the color of light and new riches. The Yellow Belt indicates that the light of a new day has begun to shine. It is the color of learning.

Rokkyu

Orange is also the color of the sun, but at its zenith. The Orange Belt indicates the first flash of day has matured; on whose skill and understanding are reaching new heights.

Yonkyu

Purple is the color of courage. The Purple Belt symbolizes that a student has started to unite mind, body and spirit

Gokyu

Blue is the color of the sky and ocean. The Blue Belt symbolizes that a student’s aspirations have begun to expand to new horizons.

Yonkyu

Green is the color of growth, grass and forests. The Green Belts symbolizes that the student has begun to absorb the light and started to blossom and bear fruit.

Ikkyu

Brown is the color of earth and solidity. The Brown Belt indicates ones techniques have become competent, the mind is fertile and the spirit is formed.

Judan

Black is the fusion of all colors. The Black Belt indicates one has gained all the traits of characterized skill necessary to surpass obstacles encountered on the “first day of the way.” Black is the color of night. It shows that the first “day” is over and that a new day is coming. The student’s journey has not ended, but merely begun.

    • Dates to Remember

      • July 16, 17th and 18th
        West Linn Fair & Sherwood Robinhood Festival
      • August 7th
        USSD SUMMER POT-LUCK @ OAKS PARK
      • August 14th & 15th
        West Linn Art in the Forest
      • August 29
        SEATTLE TOURNAMENT

      • West Linn Fair & Sherwood Robinhood Festival

        The Robinhood Festival will be July 16 & 17th. If you are interested in helping us at our booths, please see your Sensei. The West Linn Demo team will be performing Saturday at 2pm and Sunday at 11:45am. Wear your USSD shirt and show support for YOUR dojo!


        When: July 16,17 & 18th
        Where: West Linn Dojo
        Time: Saturday at 2pm and Sunday at 11:45am

      • USSD SUMMER POT-LUCK @ OAKS PARK

        Join us August 7th from 11am - 3pm at Oaks Park for our annual dojo picnic. This picnic will be a potluck with sign up sheets in each dojo. Make sure to wear your USSD logo shirts and get ready to have some fun. All USSD students, family members and friends will get a special deal at the park $12.25 for an unlimited ride pass. We look forward to seeing everybody there.


        When: August 7th
        Where: Oaks Amusement Park
        Time: 11am - 3pm
        Cost: Potluck is FREE to attend - Ride passes are $12.25

      • SEATTLE TOURNAMENT

        West Linn, Sherwood and Beaverton dojos - It's time to represent! The USSD Seattle Tournament will be held at the Meydenbauer Center in beautiful Bellevue, Washington. The new location is over 18,000 sqare feet which is much bigger then last years spot. On top of the tournament, Master Clegg & Master Clark will be holding a seminar from 11:15 - 1:15. Please see your instructor for more information.


        When: August 29, 2010
        Where: 11100 NE 6th Street Bellevue, WA 98004
        www.meydenbauer.com