Here at the Elemental Kickboxing Leeds we pride ourselves in running quarterly gradings so members have the option to work their way up the grading system and achieving their 1st dan black belt and beyond.

Members will receive a club syllabus when joining the club so they can learn what is expected at each belt.

At the Elemental Kickboxing Academy, grading for belts in martial arts offers several tailored benefits:

Structured Progression within the Academy: The belt grading system at Elemental Kickboxing Academy provides students with a clear and structured path to progress through their martial arts journey. As students advance through the belt ranks, they gain a deeper understanding of kickboxing techniques, principles, and strategies.

Motivation and Goal Setting for Students: Grading for belts serves as a powerful motivational tool for students. Setting goals to achieve the next belt encourages students to attend classes regularly, practice diligently, and strive for continuous improvement in their kickboxing skills.

Recognition and Celebration of Achievement in the club Community: Earning a new belt at Elemental Kickboxing Academy is a significant achievement for students. Belt grading ceremonies and events provide opportunities for students, instructors, and families to come together and celebrate the hard work, dedication, and progress of each individual.

Feedback and Evaluation tailored to Students: Belt grading evaluations at Elemental Kickboxing Academy offer personalised feedback to students, highlighting areas of improvement and recognising strengths in their kickboxing techniques. This feedback guides students on their path to mastery and helps them refine their skills over time.

Community Building and Camaraderie: Belt grading events foster a sense of community and camaraderie among students at Elemental Kickboxing Academy. Students support and encourage each other throughout their martial arts journey, building strong bonds and friendships within the academy.

Character Development: Beyond physical skills, belt grading at Elemental Kickboxing Academy emphasises character development and values that resonate with the community. Students learn important life lessons such as discipline, respect, perseverance, and humility, which they can apply both inside and outside the academy.

Through the tailored belt grading system at Elemental Kickboxing Academy, students experience growth, develop essential life skills, and become part of a supportive martial arts community.

WHEN ARE THEY?

Grading dates can now be found below or in the company calendar section of our app where you book your classes. All gradings are titled gradings and highlighted in green.

Please book the the belt you are grading for using one existing class credit and pay using this link.

BEFORE YOU GRADE

Please arrive 15 minutes before your grading is due to start. Please ensure you are familiar with the requirements for the belt you are grading for by reading the club syllabus given to you when joining the club, if you are in doubt speak with an instructor.

If this is your first time grading you must ensure you have returned your club enrolment forms and have a valid club licence and grading record.

BOOKING & PAYMENT

All gradings are required to be booked in advance.

You can click here to pay for your grading. Upon payment please book into your chosen grading via our clubs calendar as normal using a standard class credit. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

*All prices include VAT, certificates and belt/embroidery (at 1st dan black belt & above)

**Members can book onto a grading at their convenience, however if a grading has zero bookings 7 days prior to the grading the grading may be cancelled via the club calendar. In the event you miss your grading due to a cancellation, please contact us to discuss your options.

GRADING CRITERIA & FEEDBACK

Each member grading has the opportunity to receive grading feedback from the lead examiner after your grading. Grading feedback serves as an invaluable tool for evaluating your current training position, enabling you to reflect on your strengths and identify areas for improvement.

Our club is dedicated to providing comprehensive feedback that delves into specific aspects of your development. This feedback is both qualitative and quantitative, as each category is assigned a numerical score relative to your belt level. The six categories include technical ability, defensive and two-step partner work, kata forms, shadow and contact sparring, physical fitness, and other considerations such as club attire, equipment, and sportsmanship.

To successfully pass, achieve a merit, or earn a distinction, each member must attain a certain percentage overall, which is contingent upon their belt level. In the event of underperformance, a compensable or fail mark may be assigned. Engaging in this feedback process not only enhances your understanding of your progress but also contributes significantly to your ongoing development in martial arts.

If you would like to learn more about the marking system, please review the 2024 25 Elemental Kickboxing Leeds Grading Criteria Guidance

ON COMPLETION

If you pass your grading you will be awarded your belt. Certificates are produced once all gradings have finished and sent by email within 2 weeks of the gradings ended. If you fail your grading you will be eligible to grade free of charge at the next event.

Monday 4th March 2024

Kids white & yellow 1630

Adults white & yellow 1800

Tuesday 5th March 2024

Kids orange, red & green 1630

Adults orange, red & green 1800

Wednesday 6th March 2024

Kids green 1630

Adults green 1800

Thursday 7th March 2024

Kids Junior & Senior Purple 1630

Adults Junior & Senior Purple 1800

Saturday 9th March 2024

Kids Junior & Senior Blue 1000

Adults Junior & Senior Blue 1130

Thursday 14th March 2024

Kids Junior & Brown 2 & Senior Brown 1630

Adults Junior & Brown 2 & Senior Brown 1800

Monday 10th June 2024

Kids white & yellow 1630

Adults white & yellow 1800

Tuesday 11th June 2024

Kids orange & red 1630

Adults orange & red 1800

Wednesday 12th June 2024

Kids green 1630

Adults green 1800

Thursday 13th June 2024

Kids Junior & Senior Purple 1630

Adults Junior & Senior Purple 1800

Saturday 15th June 2024

Kids Junior & Senior Blue 1000

Adults Junior & Senior Blue 1130

Thursday 20th June 2024

Kids Junior & Brown 2 & Senior Brown 1630

Adults Junior & Brown 2 & Senior Brown 1800

Monday 16th September 2024

Kids white & yellow 1630

Adults white & yellow 1800

Tuesday 17th September 2024

Kids orange & red 1630

Adults orange & red 1800

Wednesday 18th September 2024

Kids green 1630

Adults green 1800

Thursday 19th September 2024

Kids Junior & Senior Purple 1630

Adults Junior & Senior Purple 1800

Saturday 21st September 2024

Kids Junior & Senior Blue 1000

Adults Junior & Senior Blue 1130

Thursday 26th September 2024

Kids Junior Brown, Brown 2 & Senior Brown 1630

Adults Junior Brown, Brown 2 & Senior Brown 1800

Tuesday 10th December 2024

Kids White, Yellow & Orange 1630

Adults White, Yellow & Orange 1800

Wednesday 11th December 2024

Kids Red, Green & Junior Purple 1630

Adults Red, Green & Junior Purple 1800

Thursday 12th December 2024

Kids Senior Purple, Junior Blue & Senior Blue 1630

Adults Senior Purple, Junior Blue & Senior Blue 1800

Saturday 14th December 2024

Kids Junior Brown, Brown 2 & Senior Brown 1000

Adults Junior Brown, Brown 2 & Senior Brown 1115

*Please allow up to 90 minutes per grading

Gradings help members to maintain focus as it encourages you to train regularly and train hard to earn their next belt. We encourage all members to grade however it is not compulsory. Members are welcome to attend our classes for the fitness and health benefits kickboxing provides.

Members not grading are welcome to attend our grading classes as normal. If numbers in the class restrict a member from grading, you will be contacted and asked to chose a different lesson that week.

Check out our blogs on the reasons why to grade, what it means to become a black belt or contact us by our contact form, email or phone.