Personal Invitations for Dan Gradings
Members grading for 1st Dan Black Belt and above will receive an individual email with specific details. These gradings follow a separate process from the club’s quarterly gradings.
When Are the Gradings?
Date: Saturday, 19th July 2025
Time: 08:00 AM - 13:00 PM
Before You Grade
Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled start time. Review the 2025-26 club syllabus and additional grading requirements for your belt. If you have any doubts, speak with an instructor before your grading begins.
Further details on Dan Black Belt requirements will be available by March 31st, 2025.
Booking & Payment:
All gradings must be booked in advance directly via the clubs calendar
Payment deadlines: June 30th, 2025
Once payment is made, book your grading slot via the club calendar. All prices include , certificates, and belts/embroidery (at all Dan Black Belt levels).
Black Belt Grading Feedback & Results
Grading for your Black Belt is a major achievement, and we are committed to helping you grow even further. After your grading, you’ll have the opportunity to receive detailed feedback from the lead examiner(s)—a valuable tool to assess your strengths and identify areas for improvement.
Our feedback system is designed to give you a clear understanding of your progress, using both qualitative insights and numerical scoring across 7 key categories:
Instructing Ability
Technical Ability
Defensive & Two-Step Partner Work
Kata Forms
Shadow & Contact Sparring
Physical Fitness
Other Considerations (club attire, equipment, sportsmanship)
To pass, earn a merit, or achieve distinction, you must meet the required percentage for your belt level. If a category falls below standard, a compensable or fail mark may be assigned, offering clear guidance on areas needing improvement.
Results & Certification
Results will be emailed within 7 days of your grading. If you pass, your belt will be ready for collection from the office within 7 days. If embroidery is required, this time is extended up to 21 days. Certificates will be emailed within 7 days.
Not Grading? Come Support!
You can show your support for those grading. We encourage club members to attend if you have over 1 years experience. Help out, train, and spar! Fighters are needed – Full sparring kit required. Entry Fee: £10.00 (paid here). This helps secure attendance and ensures enough participants on the day.
Booking & Payment
You can book and pay for your grading via the clubs usual method using the links below, or directly at the club
- Gradee
- Participant
- Spectator
