Level 3 Sensei Qualification – Voracious Karate

For 1st Dan Black Belts | Age 18+ | Final Instructor Tier

Level 3 is the final stage of the Voracious Karate instructor development pathway. It confirms that a candidate can independently lead, teach, and manage classes to the same high standard expected by Sensei Liam — with full trust in their knowledge, leadership, and conduct.

All requirements must be completed within 6 months of enrolment.

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Eligibility

• Rank: 1st Dan Black Belt (minimum)

• Age: 18 or older

• Must already hold the Level 1 and Level 2 Sensei Certificates

• Must be an active student of Voracious Karate in good standing

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Level 3 Requirements

1. Solo Class Leadership – 5 Classes

   • Plan and lead five full 60-minute classes fully solo

   • Sensei Liam will remain nearby (e.g. in the next room), collecting private feedback from attending students

   • These sessions simulate being the lead instructor in real conditions

2. Advanced Technical & Conceptual Breakdown

   • Confidently demonstrate and explain any technique, drill, or concept up to 1st Dan level

   • Must include kata, bunkai, striking combinations, defence drills, and the A.A.E.E.L. and V.E.R.B.A.L. codes

   • Emphasis on layered explanation, tactical depth, and student comprehension

3. Concept & Curriculum Seminar

   • Deliver a 30-minute teaching session or seminar on an advanced topic (e.g. legal force, kata realism, leadership ethics, scenario design)

   • Provide a written summary or resource sheet for attendees

4. High-Level Feedback Assessment

   • Evaluate two students during the class, giving them advanced feedback

   • Submit detailed written feedback showing understanding of technical progression, individual learning styles, and motivational goal-setting

5. Crisis Drill Simulation

   • Manage a staged classroom disruption (e.g. injury, aggressive visitor, equipment failure)

   • Maintain class structure, safety, and authority without external help

6. Professionalism & Conduct Audit

   • Show consistent punctuality, dress code, body language, communication, and calm leadership across the full 6-month period

   • Any lapse in discipline or ethics may delay or cancel assessment

7. Reflective Essay – 1,000 Words

   • “From Student to Sensei: Defining Responsibility in Voracious Karate”

   • Must reflect on leadership, safeguarding, teaching integrity, and personal growth

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Upon Completion, You Will Receive

• Level 3 Sensei Certificate

• Assistant Sensei Qualification Certificate

• Official recognition as a Certified Sensei of Voracious Karate

• A brand-new uniform with the exclusive Sensei logo on the right shoulder

You will now be authorised to lead full Voracious Karate classes independently, represent the club publicly, and act as a senior mentor and instructor within the dojo.

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Time Frame: 6 months

Requirement: All components must be completed to achieve full Sensei status

This final step is not just about technical skill. It’s about composure, clarity, leadership, and the responsibility to uphold what Voracious Karate stands for — with or without Sensei Liam in the room.

Speak to Sensei Liam to apply.