Grades

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Progress is based on the development of skills and knowledge, and is measured over five steps known as dans. During the first step, beginner to 1st dan (black belt), the steps are broken down further into stages known as kyus.

There are six kyu grades; each one is designated by a different coloured belt.

The Kyu Grading Sequence is as follows:

White.....Red.....Yellow.....Orange.....Green.....Blue.....Brown.....Black

Junior grades also include coloured tags to indicate progress within a grade.

All dan grades, from 1st dan to 5th dan, are designated by a black belt. The grading system ends at 5th dan, but the learning continues.

Grades are awarded on ability; it is therefore possible to move more than one grade at a time.