Grading Performance Guideline
Aikido grading does not promote competition, as rank is never as important as having the right learning attitude and spirit. However, the following performance guideline must be met should a student be ready for grading.
In general, techniques should be performed clearly and continuously on both sides (left and right), showing both Irimi (Omote) and Tenkan (Ura) application where applicable. Only stop when instructed by the Examiner. To be qualified, the students going for grading must complete the minimum required period of training (each training session counted as 1 day of training) and the waiting period between each examination has expired.
Mudansha (Kyu Grading)
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Ability to maintain the 5 elements throughout: Posture (Kamae), Centre line (Chuosen), Projection (Hara kara no Tegatana), Distance (Maai) and Timing (Seishunkan).