American Cane System: Ranking Series. Black Belt - Level 8

LEVEL 8: Black Belt Requirements

And then you reach level eight. This level prepares students to test for the prestigious rank of first degree Black Belt. In this level, students are reminded of the importance of maintaining the correct marital arts attitude, etiquette and proper technique of each preceding level.  Once the first degree black belt is earned, the holder will enjoy the opportunity to become a certified instructor of The American Cane System.

The last of the 100 required cane self-defense are taught, including defenses against punches, grabs, knives, guns, from a seated position and more, new empty-hand techniques, strikes and concepts and more.  Defense against a gun and continuous blocking drills, and sparring types of blocks and strikes are demonstrated and explained.  Advanced stretching techniques, hybrid exercises, progressions and individual training will also be covered.  Then the eight level of training will finish with the required kata “Old Man with a Cane”.

This is the overview of The American Cane System broken down by level and segments, but it is nothing like the invigorating real thing.  Mark Shuey will have you moving, building strength and skills before you know it.  You will actually look forward to these sessions, some of which will feel misleadingly gentle, but which are calculated to deliver measurable results.  If you are worried that you won’t be able to follow along due to physical limitations, contact us or call 775-832-6550.  Grand Master Mark Shuey began the program with inclusiveness in mind, and we think you’re going to love it.