Senior Grading Syllabus
The senior grading syllabus was updated in 2005 to improve the description of techniques and include commonly used higher grade AKI techniques.
Childrens Grading Syllabus
The children's syllabus starts a beginner with very basic concepts such as footwork, body movement and proper stance, and aims to develop a solid foundation for basic techniques. The gradings themselves are a guide to development, rather than a stringent test of skill. Juniors aged 16-18 may progress to the senior grading syllabus.
Grading Etiquette
Before grading:
- Line up facing Shomen.
- Bow to Shomen.
- Bow to the Grading Panel.
- Bow to your partner(s).
Reverse the procedure after the grading
