Gradings

Belt progression

Gradings are earned, not given. Your belt represents real work — consistent training, technical ability, and personal growth.

Grading criteria

Regular, consistent attendance is the foundation. Students who rarely attend are not eligible.

Techniques must be clean, controlled, and meet the standard for the next grade.

We look at how much you have grown, not just where you are right now.

Participation in competitions and courses demonstrates commitment and accelerates progress.

Local gradings are held at your club. Black belt examinations are held separately and require FKA approval.

Live countdown to registration deadlines

17th KyuWhite Belt / Red Stripe

16th KyuWhite Belt / Yellow Stripe

15th KyuRed Belt

14th KyuRed Belt / White Stripe

13th KyuYellow Belt

12th KyuYellow Belt / White Stripe

11th KyuOrange Belt

10th KyuOrange Belt / White Stripe

9th KyuGreen Belt

8th KyuGreen Belt / White Stripe

7th KyuBlue Belt

6th KyuBlue Belt / White Stripe

5th KyuPurple Belt

4th KyuPurple Belt / White Stripe

3rd KyuBrown Belt

2nd KyuBrown Belt / White Stripe

1st KyuBrown Belt / Two Stripe

Brown Belt / Black Stripe

Black Belt / White Stripe

1st DanBlack Belt

Grading registration is available to Forza members. Log in to your members area to register.