GRADINGS
Gradings are an important aspect of any martial arts training as they should indicate and measure the student’s proficiency in that art, and allow further learning to take place and also are the tool used to determine Taekwondo Belt advancement.
Gradings are held at the training hall and is usually completed as a class in one session during a normal training time. There are approximately 3 colour belt gradings per year, and it is up to the individual if they wish to complete their grading. Black belt gradings occur as and when required.
The different coloured belts indicate the student’s current level of achievement, and also indicate the student’s seniority within that class. In New Plymouth taekwondo the pathway for belts is as follows:
- White belt
- White belt - Yellow Tip
- Yellow Belt
- Yellow Belt – Green Tip
- Green Belt
- Green Belt – Blue Tip
- Blue Belt – Red Tip
- Red Belt – Black Tip
- Black Belt or Poom Belt (Under 15 years old)
COSTS
Costs for Gradings vary depending on the belt in which the person is grading for.
- Colour Belt Gradings $40
- Red Belt & Black Tip $50
- Black Belts: Prices vary due to the US Dollar. Estimates $220-260NZD
- Grading costs do not include the cost for a new belt. Belts cost an additional $10, however Black belt cost varies.
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