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Exams

Overview of ranks and requirements

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In aikido, students progress through a system of kyu (student) and dan (master) ranks. Exams are taken before a panel and include a demonstration of the required techniques.

6th kyu(White belt)approx. 60 training sessions

Basic breakfalls, grabs, first techniques

5th kyu(Yellow belt)approx. 80 sessions after 6th kyu

Expanded techniques, better ukemi

4th kyu(Orange belt)approx. 100 sessions after 5th kyu

Smoother techniques, weapons training

3rd kyu(Green belt)approx. 120 sessions after 4th kyu

Advanced techniques and variations

2nd kyu(Blue belt)approx. 150 sessions after 3rd kyu

High-level techniques, randori

1st kyu(Brown belt)approx. 200 sessions after 2nd kyu

Preparation for the black belt

1st dan(Black belt (hakama))approx. 300 sessions after 1st kyu

The beginning of the true study of aikido