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Register of Instructors Instructors in UKKA must have the relevant *ANKF rank to be recognised as an instructor. The grading system is ranked from 1-8 dan ( black belt equivalents) and requires a practical and written test. Higher grades have a two-part practical exam and in some cases a written thesis. The titles are Master (Hanshi), Teacher (kyoshi), and Instructor (renshi) and apart from the Master level which is conferred by recommendation, these levels also require a practical and written examination. Instructors must attend national seminars and the annual European seminars to be familiar with the correct levels of practice and safety requirements. On average there is 2 year period of experience between grades. For renshi holders, on average 10 years, and kyoshi from 15-20 years of experience. Instructors must hold the required instructor insurance cover. Instructors Liam O'Brien, kyoshi 7 dan Ray Dolphin, kyoshi 6 dan Malcolm Bagnall, renshi 6 dan Michael Cundy, renshi 5 dan Yukiko O'Brien, 5 dan Adrian Hall, 5 dan Rob Warren, 5 dan Claude Le Guyader, 5 dan Rinako Nakagawa, 5 dan ANKF grade holders and title holders who are no longer members of the member nations of the International Kyudo Federation (IKYF) are not recognised by the ANKF . *All Nippon Kyudo Federation - the governing body for kyudo in Japan. |
