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Grading
Grading begins within the Dojo and is based on the Kyu/Dan system. On initial entry you are regarded as 6th Kyu however this is not a qualification, it's just where you begin.
Gradings are assessed up to 2nd Kyu within the dojo, thereafter you will grade from 1st Kyu into the Dan grades via a national grading panel.
The panel will assess your ability to perform a number of key functions within the kendo syllabus as well as watch how well you fight in ji-geiko. The second part of the exam is based on kata. Additionally, there is a kendo related written question which can be completed prior to the exam day.
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