American Cane System: Ranking Series. Purple Belt - Level 5

LEVEL 5: Purple Belt Requirements

The fifth level of training focuses intensely on self-defense, adding fourteen new techniques that involve more complex joint locks and counters, front and lateral raises, wrist flexion, the front squat, leg abduction, and more.

The fifth level expands into advanced concepts regarding tradition. Theories and techniques covered at this level include 17 vital striking targets, 8 double-handed striking angles, 7 new blocks and 4 new strikes, spinning back kick (taught but not a requirement for advancement), along with new drills.  In addition, 3 styles of crane stance and more empty hand techniques are explained.  The fifth level finishes with the last of the Reflection family of Katas, Reflection Five.