11. grade of 20
1st Dan – Black Belt (Senpai)
Typical gap since previous grade: 12 monthsestimate
Beginning of a new path. Includes a brutal test: 10 consecutive fights against fresh opponents.
Requirements for this grade
We do not yet have documented requirements for this grade. They will be added once the relevant organisation’s syllabus is available.
Black denotes hardness and maturity. 1 gold stripe represents the title of Senpai (Senior).