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The EBMAS modern training programs takes the student on a systematic journey towards mastering the EBMAS system. The designation of "Student levels" is used to track the student's progress. Unlike a colored belt or ranking system, the student levels are neither badges of status nor standards of measurement between students. They exist only to ensure that each student learns all that he/she should in a scientifically optimal order. There is no competitiveness in an EBMAS class or in the training program.
The EBMAS Grading System SG - Student Grade 1-12 (also referred to as student level SL)
TG - Technician Grade 1-4
PG - Practician Grade 5-8 (Master Level) EBMAS students get the chance to advance at seminars given by high-level instructors. A dedicated student who consistently trains and attends all local seminars should advance one student grade approximately every three to four months, or faster, up until SG5. After that, advancement becomes progressively slower as the higher student grade programs contain greater amounts of more advanced material. The time frame between advancements can be significantly shortened through Personal Training and intensive seminars.
Each Technician Grade requires years of training to achieve. The same applies doubly to the Practician Grades. The Grandmaster levels are awarded on the basis of one's contributions to the advancement of EBMAS and deep philosophical understanding of martial arts in general.
Student Grades 1-4 (Beginner Levels)
In the first two levels, the student learns the first form (Siu Nim Tao), basic footwork combined with simple arm movements. The Dan Chi (one arm Chi Sao) will also be introduced to the student. The student learns to apply the techniques and to fight in the kicking and punching range including the applications of the first form.
In the third and fourth level, the student learns the second form (Chum Kiu). The Chum Kiu focuses on combining arm techniques with footwork (coordination). Whole body movements, like attacking step with chain punches, chain punches with turning alone and with a partner as well as the advanced Dan-Chi, can sometimes lead to frustration.
And last, but not least, the student learns to fight in the close range such as knee/elbow range as well as the fight on the ground. The EBMAS programs are designed to give every student a well-rounded repertoire of techniques that will enable him/her to fight in any distance and to defend various attacks.
To skip or let slide these immensely important basics would mean to not do the students a favor but to actually betray them.
Student Grades 5-8 (Intermediate Levels)
The intermediate levels deal with a totally different matter. Here the student is expected to "master" the basics and is tested for being able to use the techniques practically. Now it's not about whether the technique itself is correct, but if the student can successfully use it. With the completion of the 6th level, the student completes the basic training and his ability to defend himself has generally magnified significantly.
The students start with the Poon-Sao and the first section of Chi-Sao as well as its applications. They will spend countless hours to "master" the basic Chi-Sao techniques combined with advanced footwork. This unique sensitivity training will boost the student's ability to defend all kinds of attacks.
Student Grades 9-12 (Advanced Levels)
Here the students deal with EBMAS specific sparring, defense against multiple attackers, armed and unarmed defense against an armed attacker and "soft (controlling) methods". These programs are much more demanding and often require a lot of patience both from student and instructor. Yet the student should be able to test after 3 months (again, shorter periods of time can be achieved if the student takes private lessons or participates in intensive seminars).
With the 12th student level, the students finish their career as "students" and advance to the technician levels. Only Dai-Sifu Emin Boztepe can test students for their 12th level. This is an overall test consisting of all previous levels.
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