Grading is the process of examination that enables the judoka to move slowly through the different skills set out by the governing body of the sport to develop their level of judo expertise.

 

The grading system has four elements: Fundamental skills, Performance skills, Personal choice and Terminology.

 

Each judoka will be examined at their particular grade level. On passing the required elements of the grade, the judoka gains a new belt to show their level of achievement. Belt colours are determined by age and 'time in judo' and characterised in four areas, Fundamental programme, Mon Grading Programme, Kyu Grading Programme and Dan Grading Programme.

 

Be aware that progression in Judo is based on a good technical knowledge and a good performance level in all skills. This means that progression through the grades for children is much slower than other arts.

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1. An up to date license/insurance is required to complete a grading. 

2. Bank Transfer is the preferred payment method.

3. Gocardless is set up as a one off payment and should be done for each child. 

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