I'm re-posting the old test day checklist Suino-sensei published a couple of years back.
TEST CHECKLIST FOR STUDENTS
We know how hard you have worked to get to this point. To ensure the appropriate level of seriousness and safety, please follow this checklist when preparing for your test day.
1. Uniforms: You and your uniform must be clean and tidy. Be sure your uniform is washed and unwrinkled. Sleeves and pant legs may not be rolled up – please have them tailored!
2. Jewelry: No jewelry may be worn during a formal test. Be sure to remove all earrings, necklaces, piercings, friendship bracelets, etc.
3. Be On Time: Please be warmed up and ready to go at test time.
4. Dues: Your dues must be current in order to test.
5. Techniques: It is your responsibility to know the techniques required for your test. Check with Sensei if you are not sure.
6. Visitors: Friends and family are welcome to watch!
7. Waiting: Often, the hardest part of a test is waiting for your turn to be called. Please prepare yourself for an extended period of sitting and/or waiting.
8. Uke’s Role: If you are part of a two-person kata, remember that uke’s role is critical. Uke (receiver) has the job of making tori (do-er) look his/her best. Often, uke is being evaluated on the basis of his/her skill, just as is tori.
9. Decorum: At every moment during your performance, carry yourself with confidence. A mistake is not fatal, but an inappropriate outburst may be. Never criticize other dojo members.
10. Donations: You are asked, not required, to donate $10 toward the JMAC building fund when you test.
11. Factors: Many factors are considered for promotion in traditional budo, including time in practice, attendance, dojo citizenship, positive attitude and behavior, ability, and improvement over time. Try to excel in all these areas!
12. Certificates: If you want internationally recognized certification of your promotion, consider joining the Shudokan Martial Arts Association, North America’s most prestigious general budo organization. Check with Sensei for details (JMAC students at sankyu and above are required to join SMAA).
Enjoy the moment! Getting promoted at JMAC is a major accomplishment!
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