Kyo Sa Certification Process

Key Requirements:

18 years old or older
Rank Requirements: Cho Dan
Completes Kyo Sa Mentorship Program outlined in Kyo Sa Study Kit.

Federation Testing Fee: Purchase the Kyo Sa Study Kit.
USA Region 8 Testing Fee is $500 in addition to the Kyo Sa certification kit. Depending on where you are located, you may have the option to test elsewhere.

Essays

A formal written essay is required on each topic below:

Explain the role of Hyung in teaching and practice.
An essay on a practical teaching technique the candidate has developed him/herself, or found effective in developing skills or in motivating students.
Critical Incident Analysis (answer each of the questions below):
1. How do you handle and what do you say to a student who has lost his/her temper in free sparring?
2. How do you teach and demonstrate the concept of respect?
3. How would you help the inattentive student?
4. What is your method of teaching the application of the Eight Key Concepts?
Explain how the Federation is organized and its role in the operation of schools, administrative responsibilities, certification of instructors and all testing of students.
Explain the duties, responsibilities and role of a Certified Kyo Sa.

Examination Proces

Student must discuss Kyo Sa Certification interest with their instructor and announce their intentions to the Regional Examiners by filling out the Request to Test Form 12 months prior to their testing date.
Student fills out necessary paperwork 1 month prior to exam.
Student teaches a model class at a regional dan shim sa in front of the board of examiners.