ImpakuImpaku
← Back to martial art

General overview of grades

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

Lau Gar (Lau Family Fist) is one of the five major Southern Chinese family styles created in the 18th century. The Duanwei system (1st to 5th Duan) evaluates stable Kuen stances, palm deflections, rapid short-range punching, and traditional Lau Gar forms.

1st Duan – Green Level

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

Basic Mabu stance, rapid punches, and first form Kay San Kwon.

Symbolism & Meaning

One of five great Southern Chinese family Kung Fu styles.

2nd Duan – Blue Level

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

Char Pua Kuen form, palm blocks, and rapid counter-attack transitions.

Symbolism & Meaning

Developing palm precision and leg agility of Lau family tradition.

3rd Duan – Silver Level

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

Bac Pua Kuen form, Luk Dim Boon Kwun staff training, and joint locks.

Symbolism & Meaning

Integrating unarmed combat with traditional Southern weapons.

4th Duan – Black Level

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

Fei Loong Kuen form, Kwun Dao butterfly knives, and full-contact sparring.

Symbolism & Meaning

High tactical maturity and strength before teacher evaluation.

5th Duan – Gold Level (Sifu)

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

Awarding Sifu title. Running a school and full Lau family transmission.

Symbolism & Meaning

Sifu = Official teacher and guardian of Southern Chinese Lau Gar lineage.