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Adults Syllabus '08
Junior Syllabus '08

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Please ensure you have a copy of an up-to-date Bushi Goya-Ra-Ru Association syllabus and are familar with the stated technical requirements

Candidates failing to adhere to the following rules will not be allowed to partake in the grading exam:

Entry requirements:

Late-arrivers will not be allowed to partake in the grading.
Nails (fingers and toes) must be clean and short.
A good standard of personal hygiene is expected.
Jewellery (including watches) must not be worn.
The Goyararu-Suit must be worn, fit correctly, be clean, ironed and in good state of repair.
With the exception of the current white-belt/beginner grades, the appropriate belt must be worn.
Males partaking in freestyle bouts must wear a groin guard.
Any disabilities or special considerations must be documented in writing to the club secretary before the ‘cut off’* date.
All candidates must have handed in an up-to-date Goyararu licence prior to the grading exam.
All candidates must have handed in the grading fee prior to the grading exam.
Candidates satisfying the above 2 criteria after the 'cut-off' date may still be allowed to partake in the grading. However, a belt and/or certificate may not be available should the candidate be successful.

*the 'cut off' date is usually 3-4 weeks before the grading date and allows time for the organisers to produce custom certificates and obtain belts.

During the grading

Cuts in the skin must be brought to the attention of an examiner immediately. Cuts must be covered with a plaster from the first aid kit. Any blood on the floor or equipment must be wiped clean.
No smoking.
No food shall be consumed in the exam hall.
All drinks must be kept at the very edge of the area. Any spillages must be brought to the attention of an examiner immediately.
If any hazardous object is noticed (e.g. pieces of glass on the floor), please bring this to the attention of an examiner immediately.
Any candidate suffering from an infections foot disease must cover their feet (e.g. verruca sock) or wear appropriate training shoes.
Candidates must inform an examiner if they are feeling unwell or have to cease the grading exam for any reason.
All mobile phones, alarm watches and pagers should be turned to 'silent' or turned off.

Spectators:

No spectators are allowed in the main area. However, viewing windows are usually available.