Grading Information
At Kamo Aikido club we follow the grading syllabus as set out by Vanadis Aikido club.
The exception to this, are students who will take examinations for Endo Shihan.
Grade | Video link |
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6th Kyu
Approximately 3 months after starting |
Required techniques |
5th Kyu
Approximately 6 months after 6th Kyu |
Required techniques |
4th Kyu
Approximately 1 year after 5th Kyu |
Required techniques |
3rd Kyu
Approximately 1 year after 4th Kyu |
Required techniques |
2nd Kyu
Approximately 1 year after 3rd Kyu |
Required techniques |
1st Kyu
Approximately 1 year after 2nd Kyu |
Required techniques |
These times should be viewed as the minimum time between grades.
Grading is an extremely personal event and the preparation one needs, varies both with ability and grade.