Progress of the individual is monitored by a system of gradings. Test for kyu grades (white belt – 5 levels) are conducted in Japanese by the Victorian Area Representative, and involve assessment of performance over a range of techniques.

Kyu gradings are usually held at three monthly intvervals at Technical Teaching Committee (TTC) weekends.

• Kyu Grading Syllabus
• Kyu Grading Protocol
• Kyu Grading Form (download PDF) – effective November 2024

Dan gradings (black belt) are usually conducted twice annually by the Technical and Teaching Committee at National (Summer and Winter) Schools.

• Dan Grading – Application Form (download PDF) – National – Effective as of November 2024
• Dan Grading Summary – Form (download Word document) – Victoria-specific 

Note: both of the above grading forms must be completed and submitted for dan grading. If your download does not start, try right-clicking on the link and choosing “Save As/Save Link As”.

• Dan Grading Protocol
• Dan Grading – TTC Info and Requirements
• Dan Grading – Pre-Requisites
• What constitutes a “class”

Dan certificates are issued from Hombu, Japan.