These coloured belts only refer to the Student (kyu) grades, Master (from 1st dan up to 5th dan) grades all wear black belts whether they are junior or senior. As this is traditional karate, you do not have to "fight for your belt" - simply do your best!
| Grade | Colour |
|---|---|
| Novice | White |
| 6th Kyu | Red |
| 5th Kyu | Yellow |
| 4th Kyu | Orange |
| 3th Kyu | Green |
| 2th Kyu | Blue |
| 1th Kyu | Brown |
| 1th Dan+ | Black |