Beginner Nunchaku

All requirements for the first three ranks in nunchaku

This course was designed in 2003 by Sensei Chris Pellitteri to teach the most popular of all martial arts weapons: the NUNCHAKU!

We start with a single pair of nunchaku and learn the basics of blocking and striking through a series of "sets" designed to increase your nunchaku skills.

This course starts with the beginning techniques that are required for 9th Kyu (pronounced "Q") meaning "student level". 9th Kyu is also the first belt rank - white belt with a yellow stripe. 9th Kyu consists of 4 sets - 2 Blocking sets - 1 striking set and a spin set.

The next part of the beginning course is all of the requirements for 8th Kyu (yellow belt). 8th kyu consists of 4 additional sets (1 punch set - and 3 striking sets) and 1 basic "kata" (form)

The 3rd part of the course contains all of the requirements for 7th kyu (yellow belt with orange stripe). 7th Kyu consists of 4 additional sets (2 spin set and 2 strike sets) and an additional kata.

With the completion of this course, students will have an understanding of basic nunchaku strikes, spins and blocks.

The course is designed to be easy to learn with a very intuitive learning progression. Instead of the demonstration of random skills and techniques, it is designed to easy to remember with each skill and rank building on the last one.

The course is designed for beginners to advanced students. If you have never picked up a pair of nunchaku before, you will start to gain the skills required to become an expert. If you have trained before, I am confident you will fill in gaps in your knowledge with this course.

This first course contains all of the information previously in the North American Nunchaku Association's DVD series Volume 1 and Volume 2.

What you’ll learn

  • Beginner nunchaku

Are there any course requirements or prerequisites?

  • Beginningers need to have access to a single pair of nunchaku - any kind is acceptable.

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone who is interested in gaining or refining their nunchaku skills


Your Instructor


Chris Pellitteri
Chris Pellitteri

Sensei Chris Pellitteri has been studying martial arts for over thirty years.

The NORTH AMERICAN NUNCHAKU ASSOCIATION was founded in 2003 and has sold thousands of DVDs and has students and instructors across the world.

Sensei Chris Pellitteri (8th Dan karate - 6th Dan nunchaku) has even been called as an expert witness in federal court for a case on the nunchaku.

Sensei Pellitteri has been the owner and senior instructor of the Upland Marital Arts Center in Upland, CA for over twenty years.


Course Curriculum


  Introduction
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  White Belt with Yellow Stripe Requirements - 9th Kyu
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  Yellow Belt Requirements - 8th Kyu
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

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