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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.

Silat Gayung Fatani is an official Malaysian Pencak Silat style originating from the ancient Pattani kingdom. The 6-sash Bengkong hierarchy (Bengkong Putih white to Bengkong Hitam black / Gurulati) evaluates Bunga stances, Langkah 8 footwork, Kunci joint locks, takedowns, and Kerambit/Keris blade combat.

1st Level – Bengkong Putih (White)

Bengkong PutihRank #1

Typical gap since previous grade: 3 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Basic Bunga stance, Langkah 8 footwork, and first 7 Buaian parrying techniques.

Symbolism & Meaning

Traditional Malaysian Silat born in Pattani/Kedah officially accredited by PESAKA.

2nd Level – Bengkong Hijau (Green)

Bengkong HijauRank #2

Typical gap since previous grade: 9 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Buah Silat forms, joint manipulation, takedowns, and Pisau knife drills.

Symbolism & Meaning

Deepening fluid flow of defensive and offensive moves for Olahraga ring.

3rd Level – Bengkong Merah (Red)

Bengkong MerahRank #3

Typical gap since previous grade: 18 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Jurulatih instructor certification. Parang machete combat and nerve strikes.

Symbolism & Meaning

Red sash signifying a licensed trainer in Malaysian PSGFM federation.

4th Level – Bengkong Kuning (Yellow)

Bengkong KuningRank #4

Typical gap since previous grade: 36 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Senior instructor. Mastery of Keris wavy dagger, Tembung staff, & gelanggang.

Symbolism & Meaning

Yellow color symbolizing royal warranty and high methodological rank.

5th Level – Pendekar Fatani (Full Master)

Pendekar FataniRank #5

Typical gap since previous grade: 48 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Full master. Internal energy Tenaga Dalam mastery and secrets of Silat Fatani.

Symbolism & Meaning

Pendekar = National guardian and guarantor of Malaysian Gayung Fatani culture.

6th Level – Guru Besar (Grandmaster)

Guru Besar FataniRank #6

Typical gap since previous grade: 72 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Highest spiritual authority of Anuar Abd. Wahab lineage. Head of PSGFM.

Symbolism & Meaning

Guru Besar = Living legend and grandmaster of Malaysian Silat Gayung Fatani.