Grading/Belt Promotion 

Sambo and CombatSombo use the belt colour system to denote your rank (progression). This method of grading is often used in many other martial arts/combat disciplines and is based on the Belt which was first introduced by Jigaro Kano the founder of Judo and has been widely adopted by most martial arts/combat disciplines.

As a Sambo/CombatSombo student progresses through the curriculum the process of grading occurs to test the student's skills alongside their discipline, leadership skills and humility. The rank (belt) achieved should always be looked upon as an honour; it is not a 'status symbol' and should in no way be treated this way.

The belt system works through the colours starting with white belt, , then yellow belt and so on all the way to black belt (known as a Degree). On average it takes approximately 3 years for a student to progress through the colour belts and reach 1st Degree Black Belt rank based on attendance, attitude and technical knowledge / ability

Students in general should grade every 4 - 6 months. Some people will move quicker others will take longer. It’s not about getting to your goal the quickest it’s about making the most of your journey towards your goal. Always push yourself to understand your techniques and how to use them effectively, ask questions and condition your mind and body, start to see what is possible. The more you train the faster you will progress.