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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.

Kadochnikov Systema, developed by Alexey Alexeyevich Kadochnikov in Krasnodar for Soviet military engineers and Spetsnaz, relies on physics rather than sports rules. The 6-level structure evaluates biomechanical wave levers, center of gravity manipulation, tension release, firearm/knife defense, and crisis survival.

Level 1 – Biomechanics & Movement

Kadochnikov L1Rank #1

Typical gap since previous grade: 6 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Biomechanical levers, gravity leverage, muscle relaxation, and rolls.

Symbolism & Meaning

Scientific Russian self-defense system founded by Aleksey Kadochnikov in Krasnodar.

Level 2 – Applied Biomechanics

Kadochnikov L2Rank #2

Typical gap since previous grade: 12 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Off-balancing attacker's axis, knife disarming, and absorbing strike forces.

Symbolism & Meaning

Applying laws of physics, inclined plane, and pendulum in combat.

Level 3 – Tactics & Weapons

Kadochnikov L3Rank #3

Typical gap since previous grade: 24 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Close-range firearm defense, combat with entrenching shovel (Saperka), & staff.

Symbolism & Meaning

Military survival preparation for high-stress crisis scenarios.

Level 4 – Kadochnikov Instructor

Kadochnikov InstruktorRank #4

Typical gap since previous grade: 36 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Instructor certification. Teaching biomechanical self-defense engineering.

Symbolism & Meaning

Certified specialist approved by Kadochnikov family accreditation.

Level 5 – Master Instructor

Master InstruktorRank #5

Typical gap since previous grade: 48 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Confined space combat (car, elevator), cold, darkness, and stress drills.

Symbolism & Meaning

Ability to maintain cool analytical mind in any environment.

Level 6 – Senior Expert

Senior ExpertRank #6

Typical gap since previous grade: 72 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Highest technical rank. Scientific development & research of security systems.

Symbolism & Meaning

Senior Expert = Prominent guarantor of Aleksey Kadochnikov's scientific methodology.