Embedded Files
Karate gradings are examinations where students prove their skills, discipline, and understanding of the syllabus to advance to the next rank, symbolised by a new belt color (kyu grades) or a black belt level (dan grades).
These tests assess physical techniques, ensuring students are ready to learn more advanced concepts, marking milestones in their martial arts journey.
We will put you through gradings when we think you are ready. Practising outside of class will help you progress. Gradings take place during a class where you will be assessed by Sensei Terry.
Grading of children (mon grades) is undertaken in a structured yet relaxed manner, designed to promote confidence and reduce anxiety.
Grades
Senior grading
Senior grading
Novice White Belt
10th Kyu (Jukyu) White Belt Yellow Tag
9th Kyu (Kukyu) Yellow Belt
8th Kyu (Haichkyu) Orange Belt
7th Kyu (Shichkyu) Green Belt (Advanced Student)
6th Kyu (Kokyu) Green Belt Blue Tag
5th Kyu (Gokyu) Blue Belt
4th Kyu (Yonkyu) Purple Belt
3rd Kyu (Sankyu) Brown Belt (Senior Student) SEMPAI
2nd Kyu (Nikyu) Brown Belt Black Tag SEMPAI
lst Kyu (Ichikyu) Brown Belt Black Strip SEMPAI
1st Dan (Shodan) Black Belt 1 red tags SENSEI
2nd Dan (Nidan) Black Belt 2 red tags SENSEI
3rd Dan (Sandan) Black Belt 3 red tags SENSEI
4th Dan (Yondan) Black Belt 4 red tags SENSEI
5th Dan (Godan) Black Belt 5 red tags SENSEI
Junior grading
Junior grading
Novice White Belt
12th Mon Red Belt
11th Mon Red Belt 1 Yellow Ribbon
10th Mon Red Belt 2 Yellow Ribbons
9th Mon Red Belt 3 Yellow Ribbons
8th Mon Red Belt 1 Green Ribbon
7th Mon Red Belt 2 Green Ribbons
6th Mon Red Belt 3 Green Ribbons
5th Mon Red Belt 4 Green Ribbons
4th Mon Red Belt 1 Blue Ribbon
3rd Mon Red Belt 2 Blue Ribbons
2nd Mon Red Belt 3 Blue Ribbons
1st Mon Red Belt 4 Blue Ribbons
Then move to senior gradings
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse