Shodan - 1st Dan - 
Kihon (from freestyle position with pull back)
- Kizami Zuki, Mae Geri, Sanbon Zuki.
- Age Uke, Mae Geri, Gyaku Zuki, (forwards and backwards).
- Ude Uke, Empi, Uraken, Gyaku Zuki, (forwards and backwards).
- Uchi Uke (in Kokutsu Dachi), Kizami Zuki, Gyaku Zuki, (forwards and backwards).
- Shuto Uke, Mawashi Geri (front leg), Nukite, (forwards and Backwards).
- Mae Geri, Mawashi Geri, Uraken, Gyaku Zuki.
- Mae Geri, Kekomi, Shuto Uchi, Gyaku Zuki.
- Gyaku Zuki, Mae Geri, Mawashi Geri, Turn, Shuto Uchi, Gyaku Zuki.
- Step Back, Age Uke, Mawashi Geri (rear leg), Uraken, Oi Zuki.
- Mawashi Geri (front leg), Ushiro Geri, Uraken, Gyaku Zuki.
- Kekomi (front Leg), step forward, Mae Geri, Oi Zuki, Gyaku Zuki.
- Keage, Kekomi, (same leg, stepping over Kiba Dachi).
- Mae Geri, Kekomi, Ushiro Geri, (same leg on the spot, both sides).
- Mae Geri, Mawashi Geri, (same leg on the spot, both sides).
Kihon Ippon Kumite
- Two techniques each for Jodan, Chudan, Mae Geri, Kekomi, Mawashi Geri.
- Both sides, same defense not to be repeated on the same side.
Jiyu Ippon Kumite
- Two techniques each for Jodan, Chudan, Mae Geri, Kekomi, Mawashi Geri, (both sides).
Jiyu Kumite
- Freestyle sparring with two consecutive people.
Kata
- A choice of Kanku Dai, Enpi, Jion, Jitte, Jiin, Gankaku, Hangetsu.
- Plus one Heian Kata of the Examiner’s choice.
Oral Examination
- Examination on Karate-Do, including Japanese terminology.
- As well as performing the grading according to the syllabus, the candidate will be required to have quite an extensive knowledge of both English and Japanese terminology, to enable them to name various blocks, punches, kicks, and strikes.
- The candidate will be expected to explain any move, or combination of moves, from their Tokui Kata in both English and Japanese, plus demonstrate their application.
- Candidates will be asked to give a comprehensive talk on the history of Karate up until the present day, and answer various questions concerning Karate philosophy, ethics, and related topics.
Interview
- Interview to assess the student's character.
Minimum Requirements
- At least 16 years of age.
- Must have trained a minimum of 1 year since being awarded their 1st Kyu.
- A total of 4 years training, minimum.
- Candidates must have completed their portfolio, and must be registered EKF Assistant Instructors.
Nidan - 2nd Dan - 
Kihon (from freestyle position with pull back)
- Kizami Zuki, Mae Geri, Sanbon Zuki.
- Age Uke, Mae Geri, Gyaku Zuki, (forwards and backwards).
- Ude Uke, Empi, Uraken, Gyaku Zuki, (forwards and backwards).
- Uchi Uke (in Kokutsu Dachi), Kizami Zuki, Gyaku Zuki, (forwards and backwards).
- Shuto Uke, Mawashi Geri (front leg), Nukite, (forwards and Backwards).
- Mae Geri, Mawashi Geri, Uraken, Gyaku Zuki.
- Mae Geri, Kekomi, Shuto Uchi, Gyaku Zuki.
- Gyaku Zuki, Mae Geri, Mawashi Geri, Turn, Shuto Uke, Gyaku Zuki.
- Step Back, Age Uke, Mawashi Geri (rear leg), Uraken, Oi Zuki.
- Mawashi Geri (front leg), Ushiro Geri, Uraken, Gyaku Zuki.
- Kekomi (Front Leg), step forward, Mae Geri, Oi Zuki, Gyaku Zuki.
- Keage, Kekomi, (same leg, stepping over Kiba Dachi).
- Mae Geri, Kekomi, Ushiro Geri, (same leg on the spot, both sides).
- Mae Geri, Mawashi Geri, (same leg on the spot, both sides).
- Mae Geri, Kekomi, Ushiro Geri, Mawashi Geri, (same leg, on the spot, both sides).
Okuri Ippon Kumite
- One technique each for Jodan, Chudan, Mae Geri, Kekomi, Mawashi Geri, Ushiro Geri.
- One side only.
Jiyu Kumite
- Freestyle sparring with three consecutive people.
Kata
- The student's Tokui Kata.
- Plus one Heian Kata of the Examiner’s choice.
Oral Examination
- Examination on Karate-Do, including Japanese terminology.
- As well as performing the grading according to the syllabus, the candidate will be required to have quite an extensive knowledge of both English and Japanese terminology, to enable them to name various blocks, punches, kicks, and strikes.
- The candidate will be expected to explain any move, or combination of moves, from their Tokui Kata in both English and Japanese, plus demonstrate their application.
- Candidates will be asked to give a comprehensive talk on the history of Karate up until the present day, and answer various questions concerning Karate philosophy, ethics, and related topics.
- In addition to meeting the criteria required for their Shodan grading, a more comprehensive understanding in all areas will be required.
Interview
- Interview to assess the student's character.
Minimum Requirements
- At least 18 years of age.
- Must have trained a minimum of 3 years since being awarded their Shodan.
- A total of 7 years training, minimum.
- Candidates must have completed their portfolio, and must be registered EKF Instructors.
Sandan - 3rd Dan - 
Examination
- Candidates will be asked to perform virtually every Shotokan technique, once slowly, then once fast. Each technique must be applied in every conceivable way.
- An exhaustive explanation of the application and demonstration of the candidate's Tokui Kata will be required. This must be done both in Japanese and English.
- Freestyle against five consecutive opponents required. Must show fighting spirit, as well as good technique, and balanced mental attitude.
Interview
- Interview to assess the student's character.
Minimum Requirements
- Must have trained a minimum of 5 years since being awarded their Nidan.
- Candidates must have completed their portfolio, and must be registered EKF Instructors.
Yondan and above - 4th Dan and above - 
Minimum Requirements
- There will be no automatic promotion to Yondan.
- Yondan will only be awarded on merit to the most dedicated of Karate-Ka for services rendered to Karate-Do.
- The candidate must have been training diligently and consistently for a minimum period of 5 years since being awarded their Sandan.