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The black belt wall
Every student who has earned a black belt at EmptyHands — each one a story of years of patience, effort and loyalty.
Shodan and above
Fifteen black belts since 2006
Select a name to read their story.
The black belt programme
Your name could be next
Advanced students join the black belt programme, training more often — and privately with the Sensei — on the path to Shodan.
Gradings follow the published syllabus from 10th Kyu to Shodan. Download it here, or get in touch to talk about the next step in your journey.
The first class is the hardest step — you won’t take it alone
New students pay as they go for the first few weeks. Just bring comfortable clothes.