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General overview of grades

This ladder is not yet attributed to a specific organisation. Federations differ in belt colours and time requirements.

Chuka Gar (Chuka Family Southern Praying Mantis), created in 18th-century Southern Chinese Hakka culture, is specialized in close-quarters relentless combat. The Duanwei system (1st to 5th Duan) evaluates rooted short stances, Phoenix-eye knuckle strikes, sticky hands trapping, and ancestral Chuka Kuen forms.

1st Duan – Green Level

一段Rank #1
Typical gap since previous grade: 6 monthsestimate
Requirements & Focus

Basic Mabu stance, short explosive punches, and introductory Chuka Gar form.

Symbolism & Meaning

Southern Chinese Hakka family style of Southern Mantis created by Chuka family.

2nd Duan – Blue Level

二段Rank #2
Typical gap since previous grade: 12 monthsestimate
Requirements & Focus

Sam Bo Gin sticky hands, Phoenix-eye knuckle strikes, and joint locks.

Symbolism & Meaning

Crushing strike power integrated into very close contact without retreat.

3rd Duan – Silver Level

三段Rank #3
Typical gap since previous grade: 18 monthsestimate
Requirements & Focus

Southern Kwan staff drills, Seung Do butterfly knives, and Sanda sparring.

Symbolism & Meaning

Integrating unarmed Hakka forms with traditional Southern Chinese weapons.

4th Duan – Black Level

四段Rank #4
Typical gap since previous grade: 24 monthsestimate
Requirements & Focus

Iron Arm forearm conditioning, Chin Na joint locks, and full-contact sparring.

Symbolism & Meaning

High level of combat maturity in the Chuka Gar family tradition.

5th Duan – Gold Level (Sifu)

五段Rank #5
Typical gap since previous grade: 36 monthsestimate
Requirements & Focus

Awarding Sifu title. Running Kwoon and transmitting Chuka family lineage.

Symbolism & Meaning

Sifu = Certified teacher and guarantor of Chuka Gar Southern Mantis lineage.