Grading and Progression

Grading Grading is a process to which we measure progress. The specified amount of lessons must be attended in order to grade; otherwise you will not be permitted to attend the grading. This is to ensure that the whole of the syllabus is covered, which can only be done sufficiently in about 35 sessions (minimum) between each grading. We are committed to teach and convey our knowledge and experience of Karate, and by so the student becomes successful in defending the art.

Belt Progression

White Belt
Red Belt 9th Kyu
Orange Belt 8th Kyu
Yellow Belt 7th Kyu
Green Belt 6th Kyu
Purple Belt 5th Kyu
Purple White Stripe 4th Kyu
Brown Belt 3rd Kyu
Brown White Stripe 2nd Kyu
Brown 2 Stripe 1st Kyu
Black Belt 1st Dan

It would take 4-5 years to attain a black belt at The thurrock school of Karate. Belts are not trophies but demonstrate a milestone in the student’s life.