Seven belts, no dates

Your coach promotes you when they see the skills, at a belt test. No belt comes with a deadline.

01
White belt
Every new student starts here
Skills
- Falling backward, sideways and forward
- Bowing in and training with a partner
- A few basic holds and escapes
Moving up
When your coach sees the skills, at a belt test at the end of a session.
02
Yellow belt
Skills
- Gripping the sleeve and lapel
- A hip throw and a foot sweep
03
Orange belt
Skills
- Throws from both sides
- Changing a grip and throwing in one move
04
Green belt
Skills
- Chaining two throws together
- Escaping from the bottom
05
Blue belt
Skills
- Setting up throws on a partner who moves
- Counters and timing
06
Brown belt
Skills
- Refining the throws that are yours
- Randori with every level
07
Black belt
Skills
- Teaching and mentoring newer students
- Keeping the mat welcoming

Where to startTry a class

Sample levels.

Every student moves at their own pace.

Start at white

Every student starts at the beginning. Try a class and meet a coach.