Grading

How grading works

Grading is a great motivator, but at the London Self Defence Academy we are all equal, whatever belt we hold. We train as one, learn as one and progress as one.

What we look at

Attendance. Several training sessions need to take place before you are graded to a higher belt, so attend regularly to experience the full syllabus.

Progress. We all learn at different rates, so we tailor our teaching to each student and help everyone progress at a steady pace.

Knowledge. Our roots are in Japanese martial arts, and some techniques are complex. Learning hand and foot placement takes practice, and that knowledge is part of each grading.

Grading at a glance

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